“With the opening of IKEA London White Oaks – the first compact store in Canada – we’re thrilled to introduce an exciting new way to shop with us,” said Selwyn Crittendon, CEO and Chief Sustainability Officer of IKEA Canada. “By combining inspiration, home essentials, and services in a compact format, we’re getting closer to more of the many Canadians with everyday convenience and a quicker shopping experience.”
The customer line began at 7:00 AM with contests, giveaways, musical entertainment, and treats from the Swedish Bite. An opening ceremony included a land acknowledgement, remarks from IKEA Canada CEO and Chief Sustainability Officer, Selwyn Crittendon; London Mayor Josh Morgan; IKEA Burlington Market Manager, Daisy Clarke; Ward 12 Councillor Elizabeth Peloza; Member of Provincial Parliament Teresa Armstrong; and Member of Parliament Kurt Holman. A ribbon-cutting ceremony took place before the store officially opened for business and welcomed its first customers at 10:00 AM.
“All of us at IKEA Canada appreciate the energy, support, and warm welcome shown by the London community today,” said Daisy Clarke, Market Manager at IKEA Burlington. “We look forward to continuing to serve the many Londoners with our home furnishing expertise, omnichannel offering, and commitment to creating a positive impact in the community.”
The renowned furniture retailer believes it is their responsibility to contribute positively to the communities in which they operate and regularly supports local community organizations with home furnishing expertise and product range connected to a better everyday life.
IKEA London White Oaks is proud to announce a $2,500 donation of IKEA products and solutions to support Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU). Since 1982, YOU has been helping lead youth in the London area toward success through access to basic needs and housing; physical, mental or dental health care; education and employment resources.
Located at White Oaks Mall (1105 Wellington Road), the new London location offers:
A compact layout of approximately 43,000 square feet (about one-fifth the size of IKEA Burlington) with more than 2,500 everyday essentials or seasonal favourites; Inspiring room sets and smart solutions for a better, more sustainable life at home; A selection of about 400 furniture items available for immediate purchase and takeaway from the Self-serve warehouse; The ability to order the full IKEA product offering with flexible delivery and collection options; and A selection of IKEA food for a taste of Swedishness (yes including meatballs).
The new compact store concept complements other IKEA store formats and digital channels, strengthening the omnichannel experience while giving customers more ways to meet IKEA. The existing Plan and order point located at 3120 Wonderland Rd. South will continue serving customers looking to book appointments with IKEA experts for planning design or purchasing complex home furnishing solutions such as kitchens or complete wardrobe systems. The Pick-up location at 1095 Wilton Grove Rd. will also keep operating providing customers with a convenient place to collect orders placed through one of many shopping channels offered by IKEA.
The store is offering IKEA Family members a chance to win 1 of 3 $500 gift cards. Customers can sign in to their account on Ikea Family account enter this contest which closes on October 6th ,2026.
Store hours at IKEA London White Oaks are:
Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
For more information about this store visit www. ikea. ca/londonwhiteoaks.
ABOUT IKEA CANADA
Founded in Sweden back in1943 , IKEAs leading retailer in home furnishings that offers well-designed functional products so low priced that as many people as possible can afford them. IKEA Canada is part Ingka Group which operates574 stores across31 countries including16 stores along13 Plan points within Canada. Last year IKEA Canadasaw33.3 million visitors into its stores along199.9 million visitorsat IKEA. ca. IKEACanada operates underthe visionof creatinga bettereverydaylife formanypeoplewhile engagingwith localcommunitiesand promoting sustainabilityinitiatives. For more details regarding IKEA Canada visit IKEA. ca.
SOURCE : IKEA Canada Limited Partnership
FOR MORE INFORMATION : Alicia Carroll Public Relations Leader , IKEACanada ,[email protected]
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