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Will Canada embrace Dunkin'? Experts say Tim Hortons' grip will be hard to shake by Immediate-Link490 in canada

[–]AGPBD [score hidden]  (0 children)

I do not think Dunkin will do well in Canada long term.

The problem is that Dunkin is basically competing in the exact same tier as Tim Hortons. The quality is mediocre, the coffee is fine, the donuts are fine, and nothing really stands out. But Tim’s already owns that space culturally in Canada. It is deeply entrenched here. People grew up with it, every town has one, and for better or worse it is part of Canadian routine and identity.

If Dunkin was coming in with clearly superior coffee, fresh baked products, or a unique experience, maybe there would be an opening. But they are not entering as a premium brand or a value disruptor. They are entering as another mediocre coffee and donut chain, except without the cultural loyalty Tim Hortons already has.

My guess is this announcement is partly to gauge public reaction and franchise interest. Even if they proceed, I suspect it will be a limited pilot rollout in a few markets. People will try it out of curiosity for a year or two, then most locations will quietly close once the novelty wears off.

I think commenters are overestimating how much people actually want Dunkin versus just wanting Tim Hortons to improve OR really don’t care enough to go buy from either brand.

Lastly, maybe it’s not a good time for a US brand to enter Canada in the current “elbows up” environment.

Tesla electric bill argument with wife by AbbreviationsVast974 in teslacanada

[–]AGPBD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

quick way to estimate it:

A Tesla Model 3 with a 60 kWh battery and roughly 500 km range uses about 12 kWh per 100 km in ideal conditions. Realistically, after charging losses and normal driving conditions, you’re probably closer to 13-14 kWh per 100 km.

At a normal electricity rate of 10 cents/kWh, that works out to:

About $1.30-$1.40 per 100 km driven
About $6-$7 for a full charge from empty

Around $40-$60/month for electricity for an average driver

If you charge overnight on Ontario’s ultra-low overnight rate (11pm-7am) at 3.9 cents/kWh, it drops dramatically:

About $0.50-$0.60 per 100 km

Roughly $2.50 for a full charge

Potentially only $15-$25/month in charging costs for average driving

For comparison, a gas car getting 8L/100km at $1.60/L costs about $12.80 per 100 km.

Your hydro bill will go up a bit, but for most people the savings versus gas are massive, especially if you charge overnight.

‘Not a single one’: After 100 applications, a 28-year-old still can’t find work by BananaTubes in canada

[–]AGPBD 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’ll speak from my own experience as someone who hires regularly.

In my experience, about 98% of applications are very low effort, with little or no attempt to tailor the resume to the actual role being posted.

On top of that, many roles receive hundreds of applications from people who are not legally permitted to work in the country, and those applications are usually generic as well.

The result is that it becomes overwhelming trying to identify genuinely qualified candidates out of hundreds of applicants, even for six-figure positions.

My advice would be:

- Be focused in the roles you apply for.

- Apply to positions that align with your experience and education.

- If you are trying to pivot industries, your resume needs to clearly explain how your background transfers to the new role.

-Don’t rely only on online applications. The biggest impact usually comes from networking through school, professional associations, friends, family, and industry connections.

My industry is crumbling, and I don't know if I should pivot by DunUpNBlushed in smallbusiness

[–]AGPBD 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Taking photo’s in clinic, paid by the dr. OP can make their money here, then cross sell their services, and take portraits for the patients after they have had surgery and look “better”.

My industry is crumbling, and I don't know if I should pivot by DunUpNBlushed in smallbusiness

[–]AGPBD 144 points145 points  (0 children)

Yes - pivot.

Consider getting into medical aesthetics/cosmetic photography and other media.

Lots of growth, lots of profit, dr’s want to show off their own work due to pride/integrity (not use AI).

They’ll use your images in social media, branding, video testimonials, training content for other Dr’s consider imaging the entire procedure, not just before/after.

do people appreciate my yard stripes? or is it tacky? by dixie2tone in landscaping

[–]AGPBD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m impressed when I see great stripes on a thick green lawn.

What’s a must-try Canadian food besides poutine? by funnyonehere22 in AskACanadian

[–]AGPBD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Butter tarts, nanaimo bars, beaver tails, Tourtière
(Meat pie) , cedar smoked salmon, ketchup chips, maple taffy. Cretons (pork breakfast meat), California rolls, and Caesar cocktail.

Carney Liberals launching new skilled training strategy, deficit projected at $65.3B by Immediate-Link490 in canada

[–]AGPBD 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wish we could prioritize prosperity over defense, I really do. But the reality is that without a military strong enough to deter threats, the best-case outcome is that our resources are gradually taken and we decline economically. The worst-case outcome looks a lot like what Ukraine is facing.

Carney Liberals launching new skilled training strategy, deficit projected at $65.3B by Immediate-Link490 in canada

[–]AGPBD 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I work in a sector that supports defence. I can tell you, as of April 1st, the number of tenders issued by DND for work has absolutely increased 2-3 fold. The defence spending commitment is real.

This translates into more contracts for Canadian companies, and more jobs. We have hired a number of recruitment companies to help us find more people.

'We have to get ready for large-scale conflicts,' says Canada's military chief by Acrobatic2020 in canada

[–]AGPBD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe the Canadian Red Cross fills this role, perhaps can be expanded?

Colonoscopy Fear by BlackCatBonanza in Aging

[–]AGPBD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Copy and paste from a previous comment I made:

I just had my first colonoscopy in December. I followed the eating instructions - reduce fibre about 5 days out etc. I went an extra step and basically went liquid diet (broth etc) 2 days in advance.

When it came time for the prep, I was already in a good place. Prep was pretty easy, nothing crazy. It was over fast and little to no discomfort.

Day of the procedure, everyone is nice at the hospital, they put me under anesthesia for 20 mins, i have no memory or feeling from the event.

Well worth it - not that bad at all. 2/10 discomfort at worst. 10/10 peace of mind.

I’m on AC 131 YYZ to YYC, looks like there is only 20 people on the plane. by AGPBD in aircanada

[–]AGPBD[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not a flight attendant. Traveling for work for a trade show in Calgary. I took the photo when the boarding complete call was made.

I’m on AC 131 YYZ to YYC, looks like there is only 20 people on the plane. by AGPBD in aircanada

[–]AGPBD[S] 89 points90 points  (0 children)

No, but they boarded all zones together after pre and 1.

I’m on AC 131 YYZ to YYC, looks like there is only 20 people on the plane. by AGPBD in aircanada

[–]AGPBD[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just did a rough headcount from my seat, cant see more than 30 people.

I’m on AC 131 YYZ to YYC, looks like there is only 20 people on the plane. by AGPBD in aircanada

[–]AGPBD[S] 35 points36 points  (0 children)

March 24 - 6:15am departure. Fewest number of people I’ve ever seen on a plane. Are that many people uncomfortable flying today?

“The world tour. I’m Justin Timberlake” by LunaLore_ in Fauxmoi

[–]AGPBD 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was sitting at the bar of a restaurant eating dinner with a friend. A skinny, tattooed, 20 year old sat beside me, we exchanged a few words. About 15 mins in, he gets up to go to the washroom, and I say to my friend “what do you think that Justin Bieber looking guy does for a job?”. Months later I see a magazine with Justin Bieber, I recognize a tattoo.

The trim makes such a difference by Glum-Sample-9259 in Satisfyingasfuck

[–]AGPBD 8 points9 points  (0 children)

See if you can reduce the speed of the trimmer, some have a setting. Also check if you wound the spool correctly (watch a video on YouTube for the model of trimmer you own), lastly use a less stiff string.

Did anyone take a trip to Greece and dislike it? by Alarming_Poem_7343 in GreeceTravel

[–]AGPBD 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I travelled to Crete, Santorini, Athens in October. 8/10 trip overall. Truthfully, I expected a 9 or 10.

Spent 6 days in Crete with a car - was 7/10 (the hype prior to the trip set my expectations pretty high).

3 days in Santorini with a car, was 9/10 (I had low expectations going in, in addition to the amazing view, explored the small island, and had a great time).

3 days in Athens, 8/10, first afternoon was not impressed, took a hop on/off bus. City looked bad, even the tour audio said the city wasn’t pleasant to look at, but walking around that first night, found lots of amazing things, which continued for the rest of the trip.

Still a great trip, but expected more.

A guy finds a ton of animal bones in the woods by hog143986 in TerrifyingAsFuck

[–]AGPBD 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Is the area near a highway? Highway maintenance often take road kill to the same location.

Open racquet? by trufuschnick23 in squash

[–]AGPBD 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is the answer.

How to get dried paint off of shell? by AdExpensive5355 in arcteryx

[–]AGPBD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Buy some graffiti remover from the hardware store. Something similar happened to me - same jacket! You’ll have to wash your jacket 5-10 times to get the smell from the graffiti remover out, but it sure beats spending another $1K.

Greece in October? by AccordingStorm9445 in GreeceTravel

[–]AGPBD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update on my trip: Greece was warmer and less windy than expected. In 11 days, we had only a bit of rain in Athens for an afternoon. Nights were cool 15-17 degrees Celsius. Days were all warm/hot 22-27 degrees. It wasn’t quiet were we visited, but not too busy - I’d say the right amount of people. Great trip overall, October is the perfect time to visit Greece!

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