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Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (HBFGF) operates as a consolidator of emerging food brands through an asset-light franchising model and strategic acquisitions in the quick service restaurant sector. This page provides investors and industry observers with timely updates on corporate developments, financial milestones, and operational strategies shaping the company's growth trajectory.
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Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) has announced the signing of a new franchise agreement for its Heal Wellness QSR brand in Calgary's Britannia neighborhood. This marks the 7th location in Calgary and 10th in Alberta, part of a committed 15-unit expansion across the province.
The new location, situated off Elbow Drive, will open in Q4 2025. Notably, Heal Wellness has secured 195 units under development agreements nationwide, while Happy Belly's total portfolio comprises 616 retail locations under contract. The company is executing a combined corporate and franchised store growth strategy, with multiple stores under construction set to open throughout 2025.
The Britannia location was strategically chosen for its mix of residential and commercial areas, ensuring steady foot traffic from health-conscious local residents and office workers.
Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) has announced that its Heal Wellness brand has secured a new location in downtown Oakville, Ontario, marking the brand's 8th corporate store. The expansion represents the company's disciplined organic growth strategy, utilizing free cash flow to compound growth while focusing on Return on Invested Capital (ROIC).
Heal Wellness, specializing in smoothie bowls, acai bowls, and smoothies, has secured 195 units through national development agreements. The broader Happy Belly portfolio now encompasses 616 contractually committed retail locations across various stages of development. The downtown Oakville location was chosen for its health-conscious community, strong foot traffic, and alignment with the brand's wellness-focused offerings.
Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) has announced that its Heal Wellness brand has secured its first location in Red Deer, Alberta as part of a multi-unit franchise agreement for three locations in central Alberta. Heal Wellness, specializing in smoothie bowls, acai bowls, and smoothies, is expanding its presence in Western Canada.
The company has secured 195 units through national development agreements for Heal Wellness, positioning it to become Canada's first coast-to-coast smoothie bowl brand. The broader Happy Belly portfolio now includes 616 contractually committed retail locations across various stages of development, construction, and operation, demonstrating significant progress in their asset-light expansion strategy.
Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) has secured an exclusive 3-year supply agreement with Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited (CCCBL), marking its third major national partnership in 2025. The agreement designates Coca-Cola as the preferred beverage partner across Happy Belly's portfolio of nine quick-serve restaurant brands.
This partnership follows two other significant agreements: a supply-chain partnership with Sysco (January 2025) and a multi-year collaboration with TOAST for POS solutions (April 2025). The Coca-Cola partnership will provide Happy Belly's corporate and franchised locations with access to competitive pricing, consolidated purchasing power, and streamlined inventory management.
Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) has announced a new franchise agreement for its Yolks Breakfast brand in Chilliwack, British Columbia. This marks the brand's fifth location in BC, eighth in Western Canada, and tenth overall location.
The expansion comes from a multi-unit franchisee signing their fourth franchise agreement. The company has already secured franchise agreements in Ontario, Quebec, and a 10-unit development deal in Atlantic Canada. Happy Belly's portfolio currently includes 616 retail locations secured across Canada under Multi-Unit and Area Development Agreements.
Yolks Breakfast, known for its high-quality breakfast and brunch offerings featuring free-range eggs, local bacon, and house-made hollandaise sauce, is positioned to become a recognized national brand across Canada.
Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) announced that an existing Rosie's Burgers franchisee has signed their second franchise agreement and secured a location in Abbotsford, British Columbia. This expansion is part of the franchisee's multi-unit ownership strategy.
Rosie's Burgers, a boutique quick-service restaurant known for smash burgers and milkshakes, has already secured 115 locations under Multi-Unit and Area Development agreements across major Canadian provinces. The company's total portfolio includes 616 secured retail locations across Canada, positioning Happy Belly to become Canada's leading restaurant consolidator.
The expansion into Abbotsford was chosen strategically due to the city's strong population growth, diverse demographics, and thriving local economy. The company is executing a dual expansion strategy, combining franchised growth with targeted corporate store openings.
Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) announced a new franchise agreement for Rosie's Burgers in Edmonton's Brewery District, marking the franchisee's second location following their first at the University of Alberta. The new location is strategically positioned near McEwan University with 19,000 students and Rogers Place.
The company highlighted that Rosie's Burgers has secured 115 locations under Multi-Unit and Area Development agreements across key Canadian provinces. Additionally, Happy Belly's total portfolio includes 616 secured retail locations across Canada under various development stages.
The expansion demonstrates Happy Belly's progress in becoming Canada's leading restaurant consolidator, with Rosie's Burgers positioned to become the country's leading smash burger brand.
Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) has announced the signing of a second franchise agreement for Rosie's Burgers in downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia. The new location will be situated in the area known as Pizza Corner, strategically positioned near multiple universities including Dalhousie, St. Mary's, and Mount Saint Vincent.
The company has secured 115 Rosie's locations under Multi-Unit and Area Development agreements across major Canadian provinces. Additionally, Happy Belly's total portfolio includes 616 retail locations secured under development agreements. The expansion is part of their coast-to-coast growth strategy, with Rosie's Burgers emerging as a category leader in Canada's smash burger market.
Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) has announced the passing of its Chief Financial Officer, Gary Fung, who died peacefully on July 23rd, 2025, after a private battle with cancer. Fung joined Happy Belly in November 2023 and made significant contributions to the company's growth and transformation during his tenure.
The company has appointed Shawn Moniz as interim CFO and expects no disruption to ongoing operations and M&A activities. Q2 financials are expected to be delivered on schedule. In honor of Fung's contributions, Happy Belly will establish the Gary Fung Award through an honorary fund.
Fung's 20-year career included 15 years at Tim Hortons Canada and USA in various leadership roles before joining Happy Belly. He held an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree and was both a Chartered Accountant (CA) and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
Happy Belly Food Group (OTCQB: HBFGF) has secured a real estate location in Grande Prairie, Alberta for its Heal Wellness franchise, a QSR specializing in smoothie bowls, acai bowls, and smoothies. The location is for the franchisee who signed Heal's 50th franchise agreement on May 13th, 2025, with an expected opening in Q4 2025.
The company has achieved significant expansion with 195 units secured through national development agreements and a total of 616 contractually committed retail locations across its broader portfolio. Heal Wellness is positioning itself as Canada's first coast-to-coast smoothie bowl brand, implementing an asset-light expansion strategy.
Grande Prairie, with its population of nearly 70,000, was selected for its growing economy, health-conscious demographic, and limited competition in the health-focused fast-casual space.
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