Why no nationwide hot dog chains?

In Ontario, a hot dog bun is a separate top and bottom half. Although sometimes connected by a thin bridge of bun, this often breaks, allowing a “free Willy” situation. In Quebec, hot dog buns are a single bun with a slit in the top. It’s more practical, since the hot dog cannot escape.

Don’t even ask Canadians about bags of milk - available in most provinces.