IKEA Winnipeg to reopen

The front entrance to IKEA Winnipeg is pictured on May 19, 2020 (CTV News Photo Alex Brown)

WINNIPEG — Starting Tuesday, Winnipeggers can once again wander IKEA, but will still have to wait for a serving of meatballs.

After temporarily closing all store locations on March 18 to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, IKEA Canada confirmed to CTV News that it will be reopening its Winnipeg location.

“As we begin to reopen store locations in certain markets, our top priority continues to be the health and safety of our co-workers, customers and communities,” said Michael Ward, CEO and chief sustainability officer at IKEA Canada, in an email to CTV News. “We will continue to act in a responsible way and before making any decisions to open our doors, we have taken steps to ensure our health and safety measures are secured.”

The company said it is taking new health and safety measures, including:

The store is asking customers to be mindful of the new guidelines and to consider shopping at less busy times.

The Swedish furniture giant recommends shopping online, checking stock availability, and planning specific purchases.

The IKEA Restaurant and children’s play area, Småland, will remain closed. The IKEA Bistro will be opening for takeout only.