IKEA plans to eliminate single-use plastics by 2020

IKEA is jumping on board the no plastic train, promising to eliminate all single-use plastic products from by 2020.

The retail giant says that will include straws, plates, cups, freezer bags, garbage bags and plastic-coated paper plates and cups.

The company says the move is part of a global commitment to the environment, which includes looking for new ways to work with renewable and recycled materials.

It will also phase out single-use plastics used in customer and co-worker restaurants, bistros, and cafes by the end of 2019.

IKEA has 13 stores in Canada, and has plans to open new stores in Quebec City and London.