Ikea Canada leaning on automation as it overhauls fulfilment network: new CEO

The Swedish home goods and furniture retailer is installing dedicated loading bays so staff don't have to wheel orders out a side door and lift them onto trucks, said Ikea Canada's chief executive officer and chief sustainability officer.
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Community groups step in to help Halifax's homeless population
A community takeover of two major tent encampments in the Halifax region sheds light on the gravity of the homeless crisis, but also exposes a contrast between the swift community mobilization and the government's sluggish response. -
RCMP seeking to dispose of evidence from Robert Pickton case, prompting concerns from advocates
The B.C. RCMP is seeking to return or dispose of thousands of pieces of evidence seized during the investigation into serial killer Robert Pickton, prompting concerns from advocates for missing and murdered women. -
'Brother, can you spare a dime?': Calgary transit fares to rise Jan. 1
Catching a ride on the CTrain will cost a bit more in 2024. -
Multi-vehicle collision near Charlottetown leads to Code Orange at hospital
A multi-vehicle collision near Charlottetown has led to a partial Code Orange at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. -
'They stole my son, and they owe it to us to turn themselves in': A family’s plea to hit-and-run driver
Christine and Jeremy Empey are still coming to terms with the loss of their son Dominik, and adding to their pain is the fact the person responsible drove away and still hasn't come forward. -
'We’re not alone’: Jewish communities garner support from non-Jewish people during Hanukkah
Several initiatives in Winnipeg are helping gain support from non-Jewish people for Jewish communities this Hanukkah season. These efforts include Project Menorah and the Menorah Mobile that aim to bring light in times of darkness. -
Winnipeg police make plea to protest organizers amid Israel-Hamas war
Winnipeg Police are making a public plea to organizers of rallies and protests connected to the Israel-Hamas war. -
'Tough time for us': Police plead for less protesting in Winnipeg
Winnipeg police are making a public plea to organizers of rallies and protests connected to the Israel-Hamas war.