Certain regions of Canada will see a cap on delivery fees for third party couriers rolling out in coming days. Ontario’s cap went into place on Dec. 19, based on legislation announced in late November, and included a limitation of 15 per cent for delivery fees and an overall cap of 20% inclusive of all fees. The province’s controlled alcohol retailer, the LCBO (Liquor Control Board of Ontario) briefly attempted a partnership with SkiptheDishes in early December, which was quickly paused due to outrage from the restaurant industry. “But — pardon the pun — there is no free lunch, and caps will cost delivery companies money. “There’s also a risk that delivery companies will leave unprofitable or more restrictive markets.

Source: Forbes December 29, 2020 00:00 UTC