Ikea launches home assembly in select markets

BURLINGTON, Ont. — IKEA Canada has announced the launch of an in-home assembly and mounting service in select markets. Called TaskRabbit, the on-demand service is now available in-store and online in the Greater Toronto Area, with plans to roll it out to the Vancouver market in mid-November and the Montreal area next spring. The offer allows customers to have products assembled in-home at their convenience, as early as the next day after purchase. Assembly services are priced by flat rate according to the type of furniture, starting at $32.