Maker Nation: This series on the untold stories behind key discoveries and inventions made in Canada, was originally published in 2018.

This episode: Canola is one of the world’s most popular edible oils, but 50 years ago you would have found it only in mechanics’ shops.

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Canola is one of the world's most popular edible oils, but 50 years ago you would have found it only in mechanics' shops.{ai:summary}The series "Maker Nation" highlights significant Canadian innovations, focusing on canola oil's evolution from industrial use to a popular cooking oil over the last 50 years. This transformation reflects broader agricultural advancements in Canada. #culture

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