Ikea

Daily Synopsis: September 15, 2026

Retail Insider -
Canadian companies look to capitalize on 'elbows up', Circle K capitalizes on back-to-school rush, No Frills takes North York No Frills, London Drugs launches community pharmacies, Costco opening 4 Canadian stores, and other news.

IKEA Canada marks 50th anniversary with new campaign focused on products’ role in everyday life

Mario Toneguzzi -
When IKEA opened its first Canadian store in 1976, home life looked very different than it does today.

Daily Synopsis: September 9, 2026

Retail Insider -
Tariff hikes may not hit retail shelves for a while, Leyad acquires retail real estate portfolio, Walmart announces Kawartha Lakes Supercentre, Book City marks 50 Years, and other news.

IKEA Canada to open first compact store in London, Ont. on Sept. 29

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The London store will feature room sets and home furnishing solutions, as well as about 400 furniture items available for immediate purchase and takeaway from its self-serve warehouse.

IKEA showcases miniature homes in three cities as part of new in-store experience

Mario Toneguzzi -
Miniature homes have been installed in public locations in Melbourne, Chengdu and Beijing as part of the launch of IKEA open house, an in-store program running from late August through September.

IKEA and Xbox launch gaming-focused home collection in Canada

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The collection was developed jointly by IKEA and Xbox, with one designer from each company working on every piece.

IKEA study finds household clutter creating tension as living spaces get smaller

Mario Toneguzzi -
The IKEA Store & Organise Report 2026: Finding Meaning in the Mess surveyed 31,488 people across 31 markets and found that 38 per cent of homes have someone who leaves things out with the expectation that another person will deal with them.

IKEA introduces meatball-flavoured lollipops

Mario Toneguzzi -
The meatball-flavoured lollipop is not an IKEA product but the result of a creative collaboration with Chupa Chups. It will be available for tasting only and will not be sold.

Retail and Grocery Leaders Honoured at RCCSTORE2026 Awards Programs

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Retail Council of Canada recognized retailers, brands and industry leaders at RCCSTORE2026 through its Excellence in Retailing Awards and Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards.

IKEA Canada renews Rainbow Railroad for third year, projects $600,000 in total contributions

Mario Toneguzzi -
Sales of the Rainbow cake across its Canadian stores will contribute directly to Rainbow Railroad’s efforts to assist LGBTQI+ people facing significant risks in various parts of the world.

IKEA Canada opens Gatineau planning and order location as part of Quebec expansion

Mario Toneguzzi -
The opening marks IKEA Canada’s 13th Plan and order point location across Quebec, Ontario and British Columbia.

IKEA to Open Plan and Order Point in Gatineau on May 11

Mario Toneguzzi -
IKEA Canada operates 12 Plan and order point locations in Quebec, Ontario, and British Columbia.

IKEA Canada launches national contest to help Canadians reduce food waste through better fridge organization

Mario Toneguzzi -
Food waste at home often isn’t intentional. It’s usually the result of limited visibility, lack of organization and the everyday juggle of real life.

IKEA to Open London Store in Former Hudson’s Bay Space

Craig Patterson -
IKEA will open a 43,000 sq. ft. store in London, Ontario, taking over former Hudson’s Bay space at White Oaks Mall.

IKEA Canada to open newest Plan and order point in Kelowna

Mario Toneguzzi -
IKEA Canada operates 11 Plan and order point locations in BC, Ontario, and Quebec.

Nearly 1 in 3 Canadians snack at night, far above global average: IKEA

Mario Toneguzzi -
In Canada, the main frustrations when it comes to cooking at home are lack of surface space (31%) and lack of storage (29%).

IKEA Canada launches new YouTube Series “IKEA Kitchen Showroom Showdown” (Video)

Mario Toneguzzi -
IKEA said the retailer’s belief is simple: everyone deserves a kitchen they love, regardless of budget.

IKEA Canada to offer $1 breakfast in support of Breakfast Club of Canada

Mario Toneguzzi -
The one-day promotion, available to IKEA Family members from store opening until 11 a.m. on Feb. 14.

IKEA Canada partners with Africville Museum to host immersive exhibit in Halifax 

Mario Toneguzzi -
Nova Scotia is recognized as the birthplace of African presence in Canada.

IKEA and Tiny Chef team up in new miniseries to celebrate joyful, plant-rich cooking (Video)

Mario Toneguzzi -
Coinciding with the launch of IKEA's innovative plant-rich falafel ball, the series celebrates creativity, new possibilities, and everyday joy.

IKEA Canada returns to Interior Design Show with immersive kitchen showcase and exclusive product preview (Photos)

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This return reflects IKEA Canada's commitment to better living through smart, affordable design solutions for Canadian homes, said the retailer.

IKEA Canada opens its newest Plan and order point in Abbotsford, British Columbia (Photos)

Mario Toneguzzi -
With a commercial area of 5,790 square feet, the Abbotsford Plan and order point features 10 kitchen display inspirations, nine bedrooms display inspirations, four bathroom display inspirations; and two living room display inspirations.

IKEA Canada closes fiscal year 2025 with $2.8B annual sales, down 2.5% from last year

Mario Toneguzzi -
The home furnishing retailer maintained $2.80 billion in retail sales (-2.5% compared to FY24) while serving more Canadians online (199.9M; +11.2%) and in-store (33.3M; +1.6%) and achieving $143 million in IKEA Food sales (+4.1%).

IKEA Canada highlights diversity in new campaign

Mario Toneguzzi -
IKEA Canada’s Making Space campaign features BIPOC photographers and a diverse crew to promote inclusion in the creative industry.

Ingka Group buys Locus to boost IKEA delivery tech

Mario Toneguzzi -
Ingka Group acquires AI logistics firm Locus to improve IKEA’s home delivery and meet growing demand from online sales.
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