For more than 20 years, Sabai Thai Spa has been part of everyday wellness in British Columbia.
Now, for the first time, the brand is crossing provincial lines. Sabai Thai Spa M City, located at 436 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Unit E, in Mississauga’s Square One District, is set to open in winter 2026.
This is Sabai’s first location in Ontario, and it is being opened by a franchise partner. That detail matters. When a brand trusts a franchisee to lead its first step into a brand new province, it shows confidence in its system, its training, and the people who choose to grow with it.
For anyone exploring a spa franchise in Ontario, here is what this milestone means and why now is the right time to pay attention.
Sabai Thai Spa Comes to M City, Mississauga
Sabai Thai Spa M City will bring the full Sabai experience to Ontario customers: a calm, Thai wellness space, professional spa therapists, natural and plant-based products, and treatments designed to help people slow down and feel their best.
- Location: 436 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Unit E, Mississauga, ON, within the M City community in the Square One District
- Opening: Winter 2026
- Planned services: Thai Massage, Flow Massage, Fusion Massage, Reflexology, Registered Massage Therapy, Customized Facials, and signature spa packages
- Memberships: Sabai Membership options that make regular self-care easier and more affordable
Customers can follow the opening on the Sabai Thai Spa M City location page.
Please note: All services are non-RMT services, are not eligible for insurance claims, and are not suitable for customers who are or may be pregnant. Insurance coverage for Registered Massage Therapy depends on each customer’s individual plan.
Why a Franchise Partner Is Leading Sabai Into Ontario
Many brands enter a new province with a corporate location first.
Sabai Franchise chose a franchise partner for this step, which says a lot about how the system is built.
A franchisee opening in a new market does not have a familiar local customer base, or years of brand awareness to lean on.
What they do have is the Sabai model: proven operations, a recognizable brand, comprehensive training, and a support team that has opened and run spas for two decades. If that model can launch successfully in a new province, it can work in many markets across Canada.
This step also follows the growth plan Sabai has shared from the start: build a strong base in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, expand into Ontario and other key Canadian markets, and eventually enter the U.S.
With nine open locations in BC and the first Ontario spa on the way, that plan is moving forward.
Why Mississauga and the Square One District
Mississauga is one of Canada’s largest cities and sits right next to Toronto, making it one of the most important markets in the country for any consumer brand.
The Square One District, anchored by one of Ontario’s best-known shopping destinations, has become a busy hub for living, working, and shopping.
M City, the master-planned community where the new spa will open, adds thousands of new homes, retail space, and community amenities to the area. For a neighbourhood wellness brand, this combination is ideal:
- A dense and growing residential population within walking distance
- Steady foot traffic from shoppers, office workers, and visitors
- Strong demand for convenient, everyday self-care close to home
- A modern urban community that values wellness as part of daily life
These are the same conditions that have helped Sabai’s BC locations grow, now applied to one of Ontario’s most dynamic urban centres.
How Sabai Supports a Launch Before Day One
A successful opening starts long before the doors open.
For M City, Sabai has introduced the Founding 200, an exclusive program inviting the first 200 members to join an inaugural community with special privileges, including pre-opening offers, curated experiences, and priority reservations.
For prospective franchisees, this is a clear example of the launch support behind every new Sabai spa.
Building a list of committed customers before opening day helps a new location start with momentum instead of waiting for word of mouth to catch up. It works alongside the other support every Sabai franchise partner receives:
- Site selection and build-out guidance
- Comprehensive training for owners and their spa teams
- Professional marketing and advertising guidance
- A protected territory
- Access to proprietary products and services, including Sabai Essentials
See the full picture on the Training and Support page.
The Numbers Behind the Brand
Ontario franchisees are joining a brand with a strong track record. Across the Sabai network:
- $1.48M average annual revenue per location (FY 2025)
- 10,500+ average customer visits per location (FY 2025)
- 31% compound annual growth rate from 2020 to 2025
- 20+ years as a leading Thai-inspired wellness brand, since 2005
The wider market is growing too. According to the Global Wellness Institute, Canada’s wellness economy reached $143.8 billion in 2023, growing 7.3% annually from 2019 to 2023 and ranking among the world’s ten fastest-growing wellness economies.
Review the full breakdown on the Investment page, or learn what sets the brand apart on the Why Sabai page.
Where Sabai Thai Spa Is Today
Sabai Thai Spa currently operates nine locations across Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland:
- West Vancouver (Twitter)
- Port Coquitlam (YouTube)
- North Vancouver (Facebook)
- New Westminster (Instagram)
- Metrotown (LinkedIn)
- Langley
- Coal Harbour
- Gilmore
- Edmonds
Coming soon:
Explore Ontario Territories
The first Ontario location is only the beginning.
As Sabai Thai Spa builds its presence in the province, early franchise partners have the chance to secure strong territories while the brand is still new to the market.
Check which markets are open on the Available Territories page. The path to ownership is simple and guided at every stage:
- Complete the inquiry form and download the e-brochure
- Talk with a member of the Sabai franchise team
- Attend a discovery day and meet the founding team
- Receive and review the franchise documents with your lawyer
- Sign the agreement and begin site selection and build-out, with guidance
- Complete franchise training and prepare your own Sabai team
Be Part of Sabai’s Next Chapter
Sabai Thai Spa M City marks a new chapter for the brand, and a new opportunity for investors across Ontario and beyond.
With a proven model, strong performance, and a clear national growth plan, Sabai is ready to bring Thai-inspired wellness to more communities.
Ready to explore ownership? Get Started today and download the free e-brochure to see how you can bring Sabai Thai Spa to your community.