Restaurant ordering in Cape Breton: what the numbers say
Cape Breton’s population dipped 0.6% between 2016 and 2021. With a stable or shrinking customer base, every margin point counts, which makes paying commission on regular customers’ orders harder to justify.
Cape Breton covers 2,420 km² at only about 39 people per km², so many addresses sit far from any restaurant. Draw delivery zones around the neighbourhoods you can actually reach in time, and promote pickup to everyone else.
Nearby cities you can reach
Cape Breton is a regional centre. The nearest large municipality is Halifax (313 km), so most of your orders will come from within Cape Breton and the communities around it.
Sales tax on online orders in Nova Scotia
Restaurant meals in Nova Scotia carry the harmonized sales tax (HST). The rate has been 14% (5% federal plus 9% provincial) since 1 April 2025, according to the Canada Revenue Agency. For rebates on small purchases and the full rules, see sales tax in Nova Scotia.
Chefzi shows tax on the checkout and receipt using the rates you set.
How Chefzi works for Cape Breton restaurants
Pricing is a flat monthly fee: see plans in CAD. Moving from GloriaFood? Read our GloriaFood migration guide.
- Your own ordering page and app, with your name and menu, and no commission per order.
- Delivery, pickup and table ordering from one menu.
- Orders go to a tablet or printer in your kitchen.
- Customer list and offers you control, for repeat orders.
- Card payments paid out to your own account.
Frequently asked questions
Does Chefzi take commission on orders in Cape Breton?
No. Chefzi charges a flat monthly fee. Card processing fees still apply to card payments, as with any payment provider.
Can I deliver from Cape Breton to Halifax?
Yes, if it fits your kitchen. You choose your delivery radius or draw zones on a map, and you can charge a higher fee for longer trips.