Grants and Contributions:

Full Scale AI Build Out - Post Pilot

1039300

$180,000.00

Feb 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2027

The Firm will fully develop an AI-powered restaurant analytics dashboard that uses advanced language models and predictive AI to deliver real-time, plain-language insights that help restaurateurs make data-driven decisions. Key features include an AI natural-language query engine, intelligent staff and menu performance analytics, AI-assisted supplier comparison tools, and automated receipt processing using document AI. The system will be tested across a wide range of restaurant operations to validate model accuracy, explainability, usability, and commercial readiness. The goal is to empower restaurants with intuitive AI tools that simplify operations, improve efficiency, and increase profitability through actionable insights.

National Research Council Canada

The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.

Calgary, Alberta, CA T2P 2W2

172-2025-2026-Q4-1039300

Contribution

Grants and Contributions

723645925

For-profit organization

Top Dish Inc.

Calgary Centre

48004

Industrial Research Assistance Program

The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.

Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.

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