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Your Family, Your Business, Your Way
Urban Jars is the franchise for people who want flexibility, purpose, and community all packed into one eco-conscious business you can tailor to your lifestyle. This is entrepreneurship reimagined for the modern world: work-from-home freedom, zero-waste impact, and a brand that feels fresh, stylish, and totally in tune with today’s culture.
Urban Jars is built for convenience and backed by a brand that’s been trending for over a decade. We’re shaking up the meal-prep game with jars that are as sustainable as they are Instagram-worthy. And our real secret to success? It’s all about connection. Franchisees are more than business owners; they’re community curators for living with intention.
Let’s Get You Started
Add Your Flavour
It all starts here. You reach out, we get to know you, and together we’ll see if Urban Jars is the right fit for your future.
Meet the Makers
Come visit us in person. You’ll experience the Urban Jars culture firsthand and see how our community-driven model stands out.
Shake Things Up
Next, we’ll hop on a call to talk through your goals, your vision, and what life could look like as an Urban Jars franchisee.
Seal the Deal
When it feels right, signing the Franchise Agreement (FA) is your moment to step fully into ownership and begin your Urban Jars journey.
Full Transparency
We’ll share our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), giving you a clear inside look at all the details of what’s involved.
Our Secret Sauce
From immersive training to ongoing guidance, we’ll give you all the tools and confidence you need to launch strong and grow with ease.
From Our Kitchen to Yours
Urban Jars was born in 2015 to make healthy living simple, fun, and actually doable for busy families. Founder Natalie Gaunt, fueled by a background in nutrition and gerontology and a whole lot of passion, started layering fresh ingredients into reusable jars in her Ontario kitchen. What began as one woman’s mission has now grown into a Canadian women’s movement with seven thriving locations!
Our jars are packed with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, curated with over 300 recipes ranging from breakfast to dinner to snacks and soups. But the real magic is what happens around them: connections made, communities supported, and a culture of health and sustainability that makes life feel a little lighter and a lot tastier.
At Urban Jars, we’re always looking to leave people and places better than we found them. We’ve made our mark by being different, no subscriptions, no minimums, just fresh jars delivered straight to doorsteps. Every recipe is built with nutrition and food sensitivities in mind, layered with care, and served up in zero-waste jars that are as chic as they are eco-friendly.
Now, with our franchise opportunity, Urban Jars is proud to be recognized as the first Canadian “at-home” franchise, made by moms, for moms. It’s entrepreneurship designed to fit into real life, blending flexibility with purpose and giving women the chance to own a business that’s meaningful, sustainable, and deeply connected to their communities!
Join the Jar Movement & Invest in What You Love
Owning an Urban Jars franchise is exciting, rewarding, and unlike anything else out there! From a brand customers already love to a proven system that fits perfectly around your life, we’ve packed this opportunity with everything you need to succeed.
A Brand People Already Love
For over a decade, we’ve been the go-to for health-conscious, eco-savvy customers who want convenience without compromise. With seven thriving locations and a reputation for fresh, zero-waste meals, our name carries instant credibility.
In Business for Yourself, Not By Yourself
At Urban Jars, support is layered into our culture. From franchisor guidance to franchisee collaboration, we make sure your journey as a business owner feels exciting and empowering. We’ve built a system designed to mentor you at every stage, from day one to the long term.
Launch Like a Boss
You’ll receive one to two weeks of immersive coaching at HQ covering all the details that make Urban Jars run seamlessly. Then, our experienced training team comes to you, working side-by-side through opening week to make sure you feel confident and prepared.
Community Wisdom
As an Urban Jars franchisee, you’ll have access to peer-to-peer insights from other owners who’ve been exactly where you are. This built-in sisterhood of franchisees means you can swap advice, share wins, and get real-time support from people who get it.
Optimized Ownership
From day-to-day systems to the big-picture, we’ve got you covered. Quality control, customer service protocols, product ordering, and admin, we’ve already ironed out the essentials so you can focus on what matters: building your business and community.
Instant Buzz
Say goodbye to marketing stress. We provide beautifully curated materials, ready-to-use social media content, and a library of thousands of high-quality photos to promote your location with ease, so your brand always looks as polished and intentional as your jars.
Franchise Costs Made Simple
Franchise Fee
$60,000
Royalty Fee
6% of Gross Sales
Local Advertising
Up to 6% of Gross Sales
Corporate Marketing Fund
2% of Gross Sales
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications do I need to become an Urban Jars franchisee?
We’re looking for driven, creative partners who share our passion for health, wellness and serving others with enthusiasm and integrity. You’ll embrace our culture and core values and build genuine connections with customers, employees, and your local community. If you enjoy inspiring others and want to make a meaningful impact, Urban Jars could be the perfect fit!
Will I have an exclusive Urban Jars territory?
Yes! Urban Jars franchisees receive exclusive territories, typically designed around a 50,000–100,000 population base, ensuring focused growth and a strong local presence.
What costs are associated with investing in an Urban Jars franchise?
Prospective franchisees need to have only a minimum of $70,000 in funding to account for working capital, start-up costs, and the initial franchise fee to get their location off the ground.
