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Tre’dish introduces new AI tool to optimize savings
Tre’dish introduces new AI tool to optimize savings
The high cost of groceries is a hot topic, and one Toronto-based entrepreneur is using AI to help consumers save money. But instead of simply picking lowest prices, Tre’dish is starting from the beginning of where food comes from.
Bars, restaurants face strict FIFA licensing rules
With the World Cup just weeks away, bars and restaurants in Toronto and Vancouver are preparing to lure patrons while navigating FIFA’s tricky copyright rules and avoiding the stern whip of their cities’ bylaw enforcement officers.
N.S. craft brewers react to Ontario trade deal
When Good Robot Brewing’s Joshua Counsil heard the N.S. and Ontario governments had a deal to allow alcohol producers to sell to consumers in the other province, his reaction was “rather indifferent.” Breweries CBC News spoke with expressed mixed opinions.
Residents sue for ‘sickening’ smell from chip factory
When Susan Ryan tries to relax in her backyard, she is distracted by the smells of her new neighbour. A group of 17 residents, including Ryan, have filed claims against Covered Bridge alleging “significant and ongoing disruption” to their lives.
Ont. manufacturers want beverage deposit program
Ontario municipalities and beverage makers urge a non-alcoholic deposit system to boost recycling, but retailers oppose it due to consumer costs. More and more Ontario municipalities are calling for a non-alcoholic drink deposit system to increase recycling rates.
B.C. restaurants can buy alcohol from private stores
The B.C. government made a policy change that private beer, wine and spirits retailers have been urging for years. Restaurants, bars and pubs are now able to buy alcohol directly from those private retailers, as well as from government stores.
Banquet hall employees accused of preventing inspection
A Hamilton banquet hall will have its liquor licence suspended for three weeks after employees allegedly locked doors to prevent police and inspectors with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario from entering.
Costco says it will return U.S. tariff refunds to members
Costco is among companies suing the U.S. government for a return of tariffs the government collected after the U.S. Supreme Court struck them down. Costco is also facing a class-action lawsuit, arguing that refunds should be paid to its members.
Oakridge Park to shake up Vancouver culinary scene
Oakridge Park shopping mall is set to shake up Metro Vancouver’s food scene, given that the 650,000 square foot shopping mall has more than 100 retailers. The food hall includes 18 kiosks and seats about 1,000 people.
The Pasta Project to open in Toronto
Mailo’s The Pasta Project, the Greek brand, is making its North American debut with a new Toronto location. Originally founded in Athens, Greece, Mailo’s has built a following in Greece, Cyprus, and Lebanon, and makes its first North American opening.
Tyson announces CEO change
Tyson Foods announced that a former P&G executive would become the meat giant’s new CEO later this year. Jeff Schomburger, who retired as P&G’s global sales officer in 2019, will succeed Donnie King as president and CEO effective Oct. 4.
AI helps frozen French fry producer cut energy use
A new AI application could help cut the amount of energy used by frozen food processors. The Actemium application — built for an unnamed frozen French fry producer— enabled that company to increase energy efficiency by 17% and save $130,000.
Pet food emerging as opportunity for pulses
Pet food is emerging as a major growth opportunity for Canadian pulses, driven by global demand. According to Dr. Alex Rankovic, Pulse Canada’s pet food innovation consultant, the global pet food industry is creating new opportunities for Canadian pulse ingredient.
How AI is bringing pet food to life
A laboratory at the U.K.’s Waltham Petcare Science Institute tells the story of where pet food is heading. An algorithm analyzes the oral microbiome of cats and dogs, while a few desks away nutritionists designs a new dental snack.
VIDEO: Will Canada get left behind?
Cultivated meat — protein grown directly from animal cells — is officially moving out of the lab and into commercial production. While U.S. producers are scaling up, Canada is on a more cautious timeline. CBC News’ Johanna Wagstaffe looks into the science.
China’s humanoid robots become tea farmers
Ancient tea traditions meet robotics in Fujian Province, where humanoid robots are picking leaves alongside tea masters. This isn’t another tech demo: it’s a messy field trial designed to push robots beyond controlled lab conditions into the world of work.
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