The Competition Bureau alleges that DoorDash represents certain fees to give the impression that they are taxes, even though they are charges imposed at the company's discretion. Photo by ERIC BARADAT/AFP via Getty Images/Postmedia files

The Competition Bureau is suing DoorDash Inc. and its Canadian subsidiary over alleged “ drip pricing ,” which it says deceives consumers by not presenting an attainable price upfront.

The agency said legal action is being taken against the food delivery company after its investigation found that the addition of mandatory fees at checkout means customers are unable to purchase food and other items at the advertised price on DoorDash’s platforms.

“The company has been engaging in the alleged conduct for close to a decade, acquiring nearly $1

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