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Jordanna Bubar Communications is a digital marketing agency providing businesses with tailored advertising and creative solutions. From websites to social media, the agency offers a full range of services designed to drive online success without the high cost of traditional agencies. Its hands-on approach...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ORCAFY drives business growth with performance-based digital marketing solutions, creating captivating video content and data-driven campaigns tailored for service-based industries...
Top Services:
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Toronto's award-winning web design & digital marketing agency, turning websites into growth since 2008 1,000+ projects, 30+ awards...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a leading digital agency in Nepal focusing on providing effective digital solutions for businesses to enhance their online presence. From web design & development, UI/UX, graphic design to branding and digital marketing, we provide complete 360° digital solutions for businesses...
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- Design Services
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Cambridge, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Twin Studio is a creative design agency specializing in minimalist brand identities and high-impact photography. We believe in creating brand identities that are both striking and enduring, balancing creativity with strategy. Our work carries a sense of play while embracing risks that set you apart. We don't...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Canmore, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Danoria is a creative digital agency in Vancouver specializing in web design, branding, SEO, and social media marketing. We build high-performing digital experiences that help businesses grow locally and across Canada...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Composir Studios is a creative digital agency based in Alberta that specializes in crafting remarkable web experiences, developing cutting-edge web and mobile apps, and driving digital marketing strategies to fuel growth. Our passion lies in turning ideas into extraordinary digital realities, ensuring brands...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We craft brand and corporate communications that enhance interactions and reinforce positive attributes, empowering businesses with strategic advantages through research, visualization, and collaboration...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Playbook Digital is a marketing agency based in Oakville, Ontario that specializes in Google Ads, SEO, AEO, website development, and marketing operations for service-based businesses making $1M to $10M in annual revenue...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- SEO
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Oakville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Growth, digital marketing solutions that drive results you care about. Female owned and operated since 2019...
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- PPC
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Top Shelf Media is a web design & development company committed to bringing clients professional and ethical services in Calgary, and across Canada and the United States. We provide web design, web development, search engine optimization, and web hosting services. Contact us for more details...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Purna Web Agency is a results-driven digital marketing firm specializing in customized strategies that elevate brands and boost business growth. We excel in social media campaigns, SEO, and innovative loyalty programs, helping businesses achieve significant milestones like increased revenue and top search...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Orillia, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We're a team of digital enthusiasts passionate about delivering data-drive results. Our approach is rooted in authenticity and initiative. We strive to provide our clients with the best possible experience. Specializing in a range of services including SEO, content marketing, video SEO, analytics and...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We build the software and automation that keep your business running and growing while you focus on what matters. Every call answered, every lead captured, every task handled...
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- AI Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sherwood Park, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Izla Technologies is a leading Software Development Company in USA that provide digital marketing, web and software solutions for various industries...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Markham, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CRFT Studio is a boutique web design and development agency that specializes in building fast, beautiful, and conversion-focused websites tailored for marketing and growth teams...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Web Development
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Toronto-based agency specializing in AI-powered marketing automation, professional video and podcast production, SEO, and custom web design. We help businesses grow with data-driven strategies, marketing automation workflows, AI receptionist solutions, and compelling visual content. Founded in 2024, we...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We inspire people to discover and accelerate their vision and maximize their impact so that together we can change the world...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ROZUM builds the growth systems small businesses and agencies usually lack. Positioning, new business infrastructure, pipeline development, outreach the stuff that turns reputation into revenue. Founded by Maria Robles, a former senior biz dev lead who spent a decade building new business functions for...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Helping start-ups and established businesses achieve new levels of better growth...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mobile App Development Company Helping Your Business Increase Sales, Customer Loyalty and Repeat Customers By Developing Your Own Branded Mobile App!...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Barrie, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Honestly Digital partners with service-based businessesparticularly in professional services and medical aestheticsto build brand clarity, generate qualified leads and drive measurable growth...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Location
- Sarnia, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Thriving Mind Marketing is dedicated to assisting Private Practices in growing their businesses. Therapists in private practice need to sell their services but don't know where to begin. Marketing a private practice might be intimidating, but it is necessary for development. Thriving Mind Marketing is ready...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
Digital Ducats Inc. is the bridge between businesses and their success in today's digital landscape. Reimagining small to medium-sized websites into more engaging portals, Digital Ducats understands how powerful search engine optimization can be for business growth--whether it be attracting new customers or...
Top Services:
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Are you ready to take your business and operations global? Krolog Inc. is here for the journey! We are a leading business & technology consulting agency operating since 2014, offering IT consulting, E-commerce solutions, cyber security services and more. We help clients from various verticals generate value...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- IT Services
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/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
N49 Toronto Web Design is Southern Ontario's go-to source for all things web. From custom WordPress website designs to reputation management, social media strategies, and search engine optimization solutions, our team of experienced digital marketing professionals has local businesses covered! With offices in...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
N2 Marketing is a specialized Canadian Digital Agency that gives businesses the boost they need to put their branding, products, and services in front of potential customers on search engines like Google. We offer comprehensive solutions from SEO to PPC lead generation and advanced strategy development for...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/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
At Akseom, we understand that your business is unique, and we believe your digital marketing strategy should be too. That's why we go above and beyond a one-size-fits-all approach to deliver personalized services that are tailored to your specific needs and goals...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AgriBytes helps agribusinesses and agricultural supply corporations connect to a wider range of customers. Founder Mark Beuerman grew up in Ontario on a dairy farm before branching out to web design. The team at AgriBytes is skilled and experienced in Agri SEO, agriculture terminology, practices, and...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- Parksville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $98/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
01Synergy specializes in custom software development, providing innovative solutions to businesses worldwide. With expertise in cutting-edge frameworks and scrum-certified processes, 01Synergy ensures seamless product delivery and optimal performance. Whether clients require web applications, mobile...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Location
- Waterloo, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We provide the best SEO Service in Vaughan, Ontario. Rank on Google under 120 Days. No Long Term Contract. ️Get Our SEO services without breaking your bank. ️Proven-SEO Strategy Tested with Multiple Businesses...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Location
- Vaughan, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At 101 Keys, we dont just build websites we create online experiences that drive your business forward. Serving Hamilton and the surrounding areas, we specialize in website design, WordPress development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and paid advertising. Whether you're looking for a fresh design or want...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- Hamilton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Symbol Syndication is a media company specializing in video production, photography, and content marketing. Serving clients in Calgary, Lethbridge, and beyond, they create high-quality visual content designed to enhance brand presence and drive engagement...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Located in St. Catharines, Niagara region, we specialize in helping small, medium and large businesses with their local search engine optimization (SEO) efforts...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Location
- St. Catharines, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Slavtech Marketing Inc., we are a Vancouver-based digital marketing agency founded in 2008. We use data-driven and AI-enhanced strategies to deliver SEO, Google and Meta Ads management, email marketing, and AI Optimization services. Our focus is on increasing visibility, driving qualified leads, and...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create digital marketing campaigns designed to turn visitors into loyal customers.We're passionate about delivering real results through your digital marketing efforts.Every business is one-of-a-kind, which means your digital marketing approach should be tailored specifically to you. By first gaining a...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Parksville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $98/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
T Parker Marketing is a boutique digital marketing agency based in Mississauga that helps service businesses build consistent online presence and generate high-quality leads through SEO, Google Ads, and WordPress websites. We adapt your marketing to changing trends and technologies, including AI...
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- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Helping businesses build & improve their websites, local SEO efforts, and online marketing campaigns...
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- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Simcoe, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rivett Multimedia & Events is a creative studio based in Winnipeg, Canada, with additional teams in Barcelona, Brisbane, and Manila. We build brand identities, websites, campaigns, and live event experiences for growing businesses across industries from construction consulting to blockchain protocols. Our...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Customer growth through Digital Excellence. We provide Brand Management and Marketing services tailored to fit your business needs so that you can benefit from our expertise without compromising your budget by hiring someone full time. Every company has a unique business environment which tend to regain its...
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- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Brandspot Inc. is a full-service marketing agency helping brands stand out and grow with purpose. From strategy and branding to digital ads, content, and web design we craft custom marketing solutions that drive real results. Were not just another agency; were your hands on partner for smart, creative, and...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We make small businesses stand out in the crowd. Always curious, we work with entrepreneurs and small business owners to discover, define and custom build a brand foundation and startup launch plan. Look, sound and feel like a big brand, even if its only you right now...
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- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Grande-Digue, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Smashdoor Marketing is a full-service marketing and media agency dedicated to achieving your goals through exceptional customer service, advanced technology, and data-driven strategies. Our commitment to thorough research ensures that we deliver targeted and effective marketing solutions tailored to your...
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- Digital Services
- Advertising
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MarTech Do is an independent B2B Revenue Operations agency. With over 10+ years of experience in Salesforce and Hubspot ecosystems, we help clients utilize CRMs' complete powers to achieve marketing, sales, and customer success operations excellence.Our core key tech stack focus is in Sales Cloud,...
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- CRM Consulting
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Email Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a "Business Innovation Specialist" that transforms marketing into a scientific engine for reproducible growth. We transcend traditional agency models by fusing data-driven marketing with behavioral neuroscience/psychology methodology. By analyzing the subconscious "Why" behind decision-making, we fix...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- HR Outsourcing
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- Location
- Burnaby, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hypelocal drives profitable revenue for SaaS, eCommerce, and hyperlocal brands through: Demand Generation marketing, AI and Automation training and solutions, and CRM and Data optimization...
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- CRM Consulting
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- AEO
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- Location
- Cochrane, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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%
Sources
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 30,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
- Our dedicated team of agency experts actively searches the web for top-performing companies. We then pull information from their websites, online presence, and client testimonials to verify their status and qualifications prior to listing.
- The agencies listed get notified of their profiles on the website and they can choose to claim it or not, which suggests their availability for more collaborations.
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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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