IKEA announces permanent closure of its Toronto store location
Breaking News: IKEA to Permanently Close Scarborough Town Centre Store
IKEA Closes Scarborough Store Amid Retail Shifts in Toronto
In a surprising turn for Toronto’s retail scene, IKEA has announced the upcoming closure of its store located in Scarborough Town Centre. This decision comes just a few years after the store’s initial opening. IKEA attributed the closure to a “rapidly evolving retail landscape” and “shifting consumer behavior in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).” The announcement was made on Tuesday, causing a realignment of IKEA’s operations in the region.
Details on Closure and Customer Options
According to a statement on Emegypt, the Scarborough location is set to close in “early 2026.” Until then, the store plans to maintain standard operating hours and full customer services. Shoppers can continue to expect the following services during this period:
- Returns and exchanges
- Click-and-collect orders
- Dining at the deli
- Access to all store services as usual
The primary function of this “City” store was to cater to consumers seeking smaller home goods such as bedding and utensils, while also acting as a showroom for larger furniture items available for order and delivery.
Background and Impact on Local Retail Landscape
The Scarborough Town Centre location, occupying 7,489 square meters, opened in August 2023, marking its place in the former Sears space. The opening was part of a broader strategy that also saw the launch of IKEA’s downtown Toronto store in 2022, housed in Aura at College Park. While the Scarborough store is closing, the city’s downtown store and other locations across Ontario, including North York, Etobicoke, Burlington, Vaughan, and Ottawa, remain unaffected by this decision.
Future Outlook for IKEA in Ontario
Despite this closure, IKEA maintains a solid presence in Ontario with several ‘plan and order points’ and robust larger-scale locations. This move reflects IKEA’s dynamic restructuring efforts to adapt to changing retail environments and consumer preferences.
