Partner with proven digital marketing companies in Canada to generate leads, drive conversions, and increase revenue through geo-targeted, personalized strategies. Compare by expertise and budget to narrow your search.
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Imagine your business owning its brand category. Some of the best films are 30-second trailers. Beautiful Calf is a boutique and digital marketing agency with an international film & TV division. We brand your business by applying the same sales and story techniques to film and marketing. Our marketing team...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Audio Production
- Video Production
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- Location
- Moncton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
AI-powered marketing OS unifying content, ads, email & analytics with automation and insights...
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- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DentalRx Websites, SEO, and Automations are essential for dental owners that are looking to grow. Our solutions save time, increase revenue, and build enterprise value...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Surrey, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Award-winning branding and marketing digital agency. Helping your business grow through strategy, story and design...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Social Signals Marketing is a global online marketing company and one of the best marketing agencies in canada for viral content creation, brand building, and AI-powered marketing solutions...
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- Video Production
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Most B2B companies treat brand, demand, and sales as separate jobs which is why marketing investment never reaches revenue. We built Creative Business Co. to run all three as one integrated system from day one: brand strategy, creative, and demand generation, under one roof. The result: distinctive...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
BRAND & CREATIVEBuild a brand that stands out and stays memorable. Our Brand & Creative services combine strategy, design, and visual storytelling to create a consistent identity across every customer touchpoint.From developing a distinctive brand identity and impactful graphic design to producing...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Cornwall, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Munalytics is a Calgary-based analytics and paid media consultancy for SMB service businesses. We run Google and Meta Ads with the measurement built underneath: GA4, Google Tag Manager, server-side tracking and conversion setup done properly, so ad spend is optimised against real data instead of platform...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Unlock the full potential of your programmatic advertising with our comprehensive solutions. Our team of experts offers comprehensive solutions for brands and agencies - from planning through optimization; we have you covered!...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
SEOplus is a world-renowned digital marketing agency, passionate about creating and executing innovative strategies to drive your business forward. With accolades as a testament to our success, we strive daily to help you achieve remarkable online growth...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With an impressive track record, Search Engine People are the first and longest standing Google Partners in Canada. Our highly skilled team of digital marketers provide innovative services like SEO and PPC, enabling 2,000+ Canadian businesses—both large and small—to reach their goals...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Pickering, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dreww is an industry-leading digital advertising agency and production studio that delivers forward-facing campaigns for brands ready to stand out from the competition...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Montréal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Leveling up in todays Marketing and Advertising landscape is increasingly complex. You need a specialized partner that unifies strategy & execution. We are a full service agency with the expertise and passion required to deliver results. We're Flipp Advertising. We make brands thrive...
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- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
BlueHat Marketing is an online marketing powerhouse dedicated to helping businesses reach their fullest potential. Our strategies help boost website visibility, thereby allowing customers easy access and creating a seamless end-to-end user experience...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Giants & Gentlemen helps brands soar to new heights with award-winning creative advertising strategies and approaches. Whether it's as entrepreneurs or strategic thinkers, our drive for success is evident in every project we tackle, enabling businesses to tower like giants and remain gallant throughout the...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Advertising
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Yulu, an award-winning PR and impact relations agency and a proud B Corporation, strives to do more than just make money: we champion social innovation.By partnering with organizations that are function toward positive change in their communities, our mission is clear: to use storytelling as a powerful...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Expand your e-commerce brand with Mindful Marketing's expertise - backed by measurable results from Facebook, Instagram, and Google ads. Accelerate success today!...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Location
- Abbotsford, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mindshape is revolutionizing the branding landscape with cutting-edge solutions that foster change and drive results. Empowered by two decades of experience, our team crafts immersive brand experiences to make a powerful connection between global brands and their audiences. Let us show you why Mindshape can...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Oakville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
SEO & Digital Marketing that Drives Real Results...
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- Advertising
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
Welcome to GamePlan Marketing, your premier IT marketing agency serving the Canadian and US markets. Our team of experienced professionals specializes in providing digital marketing solutions tailored to the unique needs of IT companies...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Oakville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We help the small guys take on their much bigger opponents. We understand that sometimes you don't have as many resources, but we make sure our clients get maximum bang for every buck by making strategic moves with robust ideas. Phoenix Group has become a beacon of success and innovation in Western Canada...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Content Marketing
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Regina, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
With nearly 20 years of SEO expertise, Rank Secure delivers proven strategies that keep businesses ahead of the curve. We know what it takes to reach and stay at the top in an industry that never stops evolving...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Branding
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- Location
- Vaughan, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We specialise in social platform management by helping companies determine the right social media platforms to be on and where they fit into your overall social media strategy. Whether it is sourcing, creating or distributing content, building and maintaining communities,or identifying prospects and turning...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Creative Era Media, we believe in the power of ideas. Our professional team of experts is based in Calgary, AB, but we've had the privilege of working with clients across North America. From local businesses such as gyms and restaurants to large eCommerce brands, we provide top-notch digital marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ballistic Arts revolutionizes the way businesses grow by providing digital marketing services to help turn ideas into tangible success. Through creative visual communications, our award-winning professionals will source exceptional clients for your venture and take it to new heights...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Coquitlam, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Startup Slang is the go-to Metaverse Solution provider that helps brands enter the new age of Web 3.0 and eCommerce with ease. With an experienced team on board, this full-service company has revolutionized over 2000 businesses from around the globe by providing custom platforms for success in a rapidly...
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- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ShapeWin Japan specializes in igniting an innovative spark for ambitious startups. Our creative communication PR firm offers bespoke strategies to ensure businesses reach their peak potential and make a lasting impression on their audience...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Burnaby, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our mission is to give your business the boost it needs by targeting high-quality web visitors. We strive to help you reach new heights in success! Contact us to know more!...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Vaughan, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Juiced Digital is the go-to agency for Vancouver businesses seeking success in today's digital age. Combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of Google Algorithm, they help their clients increase organic traffic, leads and revenue - giving them an edge over competitors...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Tiny Planet Digital is your go-to provider for online marketing solutions. Our specialty? Impactful digital strategies tailored to the unique needs of businesses around the world, from website development and social media management to ecommerce consulting. We help you create an authoritative presence so that...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Expandify Marketing is a leading social media and internet marketing firm based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, serving different industries, including hospitality, technology, and entertainment...
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- Advertising
- Direct Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At ElementIQ, we are a digital marketing agency comprised of talented individuals with cutting-edge intelligence and creative problem solving skills. We provide our clients the expertise they need to successfully navigate today's ever changing digital terrain. To bridge offline/online gap or facilitate...
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- PPC
- SEO
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Port Coquitlam, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We develop digital advertising campaigns that are as effective as they are efficient, whether they are for growth-focused established brands or niche start-ups looking to raise awareness...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Drip Marketing helps clients unlock the key to long-term profitability. Through creative marketing, top SEO practices, and research-based conversion strategies, we provide a recipe for success! Investing in your business doesn't have to be complicated; let us show you how it can lead to increased profits!...
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- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Introducing Effortless Marketing - your connection to increased website visibility and business success! Our team of professionals has the knowledge and expertise help turn those challenges into wins. You'll find peace-of-mind when our experts guide your company’s journey toward visible results in rankings...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are Choquer Creative, a creative design agency that applies strategic design thinking to branding, websites, promotional products, and other digital and graphic design projects...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Langley, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We cooperate with you to choose the best initiatives to advance your objectives because we don't believe there is a one-size-fits-all solution...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- HR Outsourcing
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- Location
- Oakville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Skyrocket, a leading digital agency in Vancouver, combines expertise and passion to propel your brand to new heights. We embrace the ever-evolving digital landscape with enthusiasm. With our data-driven strategies, creative brilliance, and cutting-edge technologies, we deliver exceptional results...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Clickex is here to champion the underdog brands of today and tomorrow in the small-medium market, arming you with the tools, resources, and unwavering support needed to compete with established players. We believe in doing things the right way no shortcuts, just fair pricing, great talent, and empowering our...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Bowery Creative is a Vancouver-based digital marketing agency crafting personalized strategies to elevate brands online. Bowery Creative specializes in goal-driven designs and tailored marketing solutions to ensure brand success. From SEO to paid advertising, the agency navigates digital marketing challenges...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Origin Films is a Toronto-based video production agency. It excels in turning visions into compelling realities through creative video content solutions. As a full-service video production agency, Origin Films handles projects of all sizes with meticulous planning and execution. Its services encompass...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MeDM is a digital marketing agency dedicated to authentically representing commercial, industrial, and professional companies through data-informed strategies. By aligning external and internal brand experiences, MeDM transforms B2B companies into trusted, resilient brands. With a focus on strategic...
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- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Sheldon Payne is a dedicated freelance digital marketing consultant helping small businesses thrive online. Through personalized coaching and strategic guidance, he assists clients in building effective digital marketing programs that drive customer retention, generate leads, and increase sales. Focused on...
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- Digital Marketing
- Location
- St. John's, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
JAC is an award-winning digital marketing agency offering a blend of marketing and technology solutions that elevate businesses online. With over 300 websites and numerous marketing campaigns, the agency helps clients grow through innovative eCommerce, branding, and strategic digital solutions. Whether the...
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- Digital Services
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Mount Pearl, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bob's Your Uncle is a Toronto-based independent branding and creative agency helping challenger brands become category leaders. We specialize in brand strategy, positioning, design, and integrated creative for food & beverage and CPG brands...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
PANDAROSE is a technology consulting company based in Spruce Grove, Alberta, serving Edmonton-area businesses and organizations across Canada. We bring managed IT, custom software development, web design and digital marketing together under one team...
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- IT Services
- Software Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Spruce Grove, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Picture this: many compelling brands, much like yours, brimming with promise, often linger in silence.Why?Because they are expressed in a way that doesn't pluck the strings of the heart.Studies show people aren't moved by logic alone. As Hollywood proves, storytelling is the most powerful way to...
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- Branding
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
PS&Co helps organizations find clarity, purpose, and unity, managing change and growth at key inflection points. Its not just how you look in this world. Its how you think, how you communicate, and how you show up, again and again...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Feeling like your business is on life support? Dont worry, we've seen it all from disjointed strategies to marketing campaigns that go nowhere...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Calgary studio for AI strategy and training, branding and graphic design, websites, and custom software. Offices in Calgary and Vancouver...
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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How to Hire a Digital Marketing Agency in Canada
What are the advantages of working with digital marketing agencies in Canada?
Digital marketing agencies in Canada have stronger familiarity with regional audience behavior, local media habits, French-language requirements in Quebec, and regulations such as CASL and Canadian privacy laws.
This can help businesses create campaigns that are more locally relevant and better aligned with compliance expectations.
For example, Canadian agencies should understand the country's major social platforms and how usage varies by audience. One Canadian survey found that Facebook (82%), YouTube (73%), and Instagram (63%) are the most widely used social media platforms, with 42% of users looking at branded content.
They may also be better equipped to support local SEO, geo-targeted campaigns, and language localization. This is especially important because 41% of Canadians speak more than one language.
When digital marketing is done effectively, Signal 49 reports that Canadian businesses can experience the following outcomes:
- 10%-15% higher business revenue through personalized customer experiences
- 63% higher profitability for small businesses with well-implemented digital strategies
- 4.8x higher ROI for top-tier customer loyalty programs
How do you choose the best digital marketing company in Canada for your business?
When selecting the best digital marketing company in Canada for your business, consider these steps:
- Outline your project details, including your marketing goals, target audiences, priority channels, success metrics, budget range, and timeline. Be as specific as possible to find an agency that aligns with your needs.
- Search for agencies with experience in your industry and channel by looking at their case studies and client reviews. Shortlist agencies that have mature processes, use a data-driven approach, and deliver measurable results.
- Assess client feedback and contact references to gain insight into their reliability, responsiveness, work ethic, and ability to deliver promised results within deadline and budget.
- Issue a request for proposal (RFP) to your top candidates and include your brand brief, business goals, specific deliverables, and evaluation criteria. Compare each RFP by strategy, scope, expected outcomes, and pricing structure.
- Interview the digital marketing team to learn about their digital strategy development process, quality control measures, and team dynamics.
- Choose a Canadian digital marketing agency that aligns with your needs and culture. Also, consider running a paid pilot project, such as a 3-month SEO and content marketing campaign, before signing a long-term contract.
What questions should you ask before hiring?
Before hiring a digital marketing agency in Canada, ask these questions to confirm brand and project alignment:
Relevant Background
- What digital marketing channels do you specialize in?
- What is your experience with Canadian businesses in our industry? Can you share 3-5 client references that we can contact?
- Can you provide case studies of campaigns similar to ours? What measurable results did you deliver?
- Can you support global digital marketing campaigns?
Services and Processes
- Can you walk us through your digital marketing process, including audience research, channel selection, and quality control?
- How do you handle underperformance and missed targets?
- Do you offer bilingual digital marketing strategies? If so, how do you ensure linguistic and cultural relevance?
- How do you manage compliance, intellectual property rights, and security, especially with regulations like CASL?
Related to Your Project
- How do you ensure your marketing strategy aligns with my brand, target customers, and ongoing campaigns?
- How will you be using AI in my digital marketing strategy? How will you safeguard my data and ensure content quality?
- How do you define and measure the success of my campaigns? What type of reporting can I expect?
How long does it take to see the results of your digital marketing campaign?
You can see the results of a digital marketing campaign within weeks or months, depending on your starting point, goals, budget, competition, asset quality, and channel mix.
Approximate timelines:
- SEO and content marketing: 4-12 months for meaningful traffic and ranking gains
- PPC: Early performance data can appear within a few days, but it often takes 30-90 days to gather enough data for reliable optimization
- Organic social media marketing: 4-12 months of consistent posting and community engagement to build traction
- Email marketing: Engagement data (e.g., open and click-through rates) can appear within days, but revenue and lifecycle impact may take months
What is a good digital marketing ROI?
On average, a strong digital marketing return on investment (ROI) is 4-5:1 or a $4-$5 return for every invested dollar. However, your actual ROI will depend on your margins, business model, attribution setup, and campaign goals.
These are the commonly cited digital marketing ROI benchmarks according to industry reports:
- SEO: $7.48 per $1
- Email marketing: $36-$40 per $1 spent
- Influencer marketing: $5.78 per $1 spent
- Paid search: $2-$4 per $1 spent
- Paid social: $1.5-$3 per $1 spent
For social media, the ROI can vary widely, making it difficult to provide an average. However, these are the most common benchmarks cited per platform:
- Organic reach rate: 2.25%
- Engagement rate: 0.17%
- Growth rate: 1.29%
- CTR: 0.72%
- Organic reach rate: 23.75%
- Engagement rate: 0.46%
- Growth rate: 0.86%
- Organic reach rate: 2.54%
- Engagement rate: 1.76%
- Growth rate: 1.07%
- CTR: 12.51%
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7 Frequently Asked Questions About Digital Marketing Companies in Canada
What are the typical digital marketing services in Canada?
The typical digital marketing services in Canada include strategy and discovery, search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), paid media advertising, social media marketing, content marketing, and email marketing.
Many also offer web design and development, online reputation management, conversion rate optimization (CRO), eCommerce marketing, AI search optimization, and performance marketing.
What are the best digital marketing channels?
The best digital marketing channels for your brand will depend on your goals and target audience behavior. Consider the following when selecting your channel:
- SEO: Drives long-term organic visibility and captures demand from people already searching for your products or services.
- Paid media: Delivers immediate visibility, precise targeting, and faster results, making it an ideal channel for lead generation, product launches, and high-intent search terms.
- Email marketing: Effective for nurturing leads, driving repeat purchases, and improving retention through segmentation, personalization, cart recovery, and re-engagement campaigns.
- Social media management: Enhances brand awareness, community building, and audience engagement. 89% of B2B marketers use LinkedIn for lead gen, while TikTok is widely used by Gen Z and Millennials.
An omnichannel approach can be effective when it is based on real customer behavior and measurement, but the strongest digital marketing strategy is to prioritize the channels that your audience actually uses and that produce measurable business results.
What industries do these companies commonly serve?
Canadian digital marketing companies commonly serve a wide range of industries rather than one fixed set of sectors. The most common industries include retail and eCommerce, IT and technology, healthcare, real estate, financial services, education, nonprofit, and small businesses.
According to eMarketer's report, retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) have the highest ad spend in Canada at $3.02 billion and $2.86 billion, respectively. These are followed by automotive ($2.48 billion), computing products, consumer electronics, telecom ($1.73 billion), and financial services ($1.33 billion).
How much do digital marketing companies in Canada charge for their services?
Digital marketing companies in Canada charge around $75-$350+ per hour or $2,000-$20,000+ per month, depending on project goals, service scope and complexity, target niche, and turnaround time.
Below are the average Canadian digital marketing rates per engagement model:
- Hourly rates: $75-$125 per hour for junior marketers, $150-$350+ per hour for senior experts
- Monthly retainers: $2,000-$5,000 per month for small business requirements (SEO, monthly blogs, and basic ad management), and $7,000-$20,000+ per month for larger projects and enterprise setups (multi-regional, multi-channel marketing campaigns)
- Project-based pricing: $3,000-$7,000 per project for a basic marketing strategy, and over $10,000 for omnichannel campaigns
What is the difference between internet marketing and digital marketing?
Internet marketing, also called online marketing, refers to marketing that uses channels requiring an internet connection, such as websites, search engines, social media, email, and online ads.
Digital marketing is a broader term that includes internet marketing but can also cover other digitally enabled channels and formats, such as mobile apps, SMS, connected TV (CTV), streaming audio, and digital out-of-home advertising.
How can digital marketing agencies in Canada help you comply with the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL)?
Digital marketing agencies in Canada can help businesses comply with CASL by setting up compliant consent and messaging processes. This may include:
- Obtaining and documenting valid consent before sending commercial electronic messages, whether express consent or, where permitted, implied consent
- Designing clear opt-in forms and subscription workflows
- Keeping records that show when and how consent was obtained
- Ensuring commercial electronic messages include the required sender identification and contact information
- Adding a clear unsubscribe mechanism and processing unsubscribe requests promptly
- Managing contact lists so expired implied consent, withdrawn consent, and unsubscribed recipients are removed from active campaigns
What are the top digital marketing companies in Canada?
We have curated a list of top Canadian digital marketing companies on DesignRush across multiple price points, so you can identify a vendor that's within your budget.
| High budget: $50,000+ |
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| Low budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates.
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