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Helping brands channel their efforts towards consistent growth on Amazon and beyond! Reveal the true potential of your Amazon business through strategic market tactics...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Brisk Web Services serves as your accelerator in the digital race, offering tailored strategies, measurable results, and a fervent commitment to driving businesses forward in the online realm. With a focus on delivering customized solutions and tangible outcomes, we are dedicated to propelling our clients to...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Kitchener, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We resolve every category of Google Ads policy violation: Circumventing Systems, Malicious Software, Compromised Site, Misrepresentation, Counterfeit Goods, Trademark, Copyright, Destination, Financial Services, and Merchant Center...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- AEO
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- Location
- Abbotsford, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Top Premier Cloud delivers secure, scalable, and reliable cloud solutions across Canada. We help businesses simplify operations, strengthen security, and grow with confidence through cloud services, IT support, and digital solutions...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Astha Technology Solutions is a digital marketing agency founded in 2008 with 18+ years of experience and 1,200+ clients served. Our 30+ experts deliver SEO, PPC, Social Media, Content, Lead Generation, CRO, Email Marketing, Automation, & Web Development, focused on measurable growth...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A one-stop solution for all your branding needs. We are not just a traditional advertising agency – we believe in implementing innovative and creative solutions for our clients that deliver business results. We follow an integrated approach to digital media and produce a process that builds your online...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Goodfaith Branding & Digital Marketing is a human-centred digital growth agency helping businesses build stronger brands and improve online visibility. We combine website design and development, SEO, Local SEO, AI search optimization, branding, content marketing, social media, and Google Business Profile...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- AEO
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Thorold, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

Magneto IT Solutions
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Magneto IT Solutions is an AI-driven Digital Commerce and Growth Marketing Partner that helps B2B and B2C brands build, scale, and grow high-performance commerce ecosystems across North America, UK, Europe, MENA, Australia, and Asia to turn complex commerce challenges into digital solutions...
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- Branding
- AEO
- AI Development
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Brampton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 50 Projects Listed
GO LOGO NOW has perfected the ideation and pronouncements of technology over the years by drinking the cocktail of motivation, innovation, materialization and amalgamation, with addition of exhaustive research, steady tread and rigid dedication...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Branding
- Software Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Netclues, a top legal technology company, offers innovative document management solutions for law firms, ensuring environmental responsibility, ease of access, enhanced productivity through better software integration, and 24/7 availability with secure, scalable cloud-based storage...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
EIZIE aims at providing sustainable and competitive digital solutions with the highest quality technology services and solutions...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We build better brands for businesses with potential. Design that captures attention. Strategy that builds traction. From local legends to rising startups, our work helps businesses look sharp, sound clear, and grow fast...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Meta Tech Studioz is a results-driven digital agency specializing in web development, branding, mobile apps, and digital marketing. We blend creativity and technology to craft impactful digital experiences for startups, SMEs, and global enterprises...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Hoski specializes in high-performance website development built for growth. We create fast, scalable, and conversion-focused websites designed to turn traffic into revenue. From strategy and UX to development and optimization, every site is built with performance and user experience in mind...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Kirkland, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
KLVR is an independent web studio in Ottawa building hand-coded websites, online stores and AI receptionists for small businesses and creators across Canada and the US. No templates and no page builders: every site is designed and built by hand around what you want customers to do, and you own it outright...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
As a leading service provider, VirtualSoft is committed to driving innovation and delivering unparalleled quality in every aspect of our work. With a team of skilled professionals and a proven track record of success, we stand poised to transform visions into reality, setting new benchmarks for excellence in...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Brampton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $28/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Established in 2006 in Toronto, our web development business has been dedicated to helping local and international clients bring their digital visions to life. Over the years, we've built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative websites tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $28/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a full-service agency with digital and technology experts who work on performance and conversion rate optimization, branding, SEO, SMM, e-commerce solutions, digital PR, website and product development, mobile app development, creative communications, and cloud solutions. We create efficient...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- PPC
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Boodle Web Mart is the foremost ISO certified 9001: 2015 IT company, which has marked its flagship in 26+ countries and more than 700+ projects successfully accomplished...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Odessa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Flip source is a web design and marketing agency based in Toronto, Canada. We provide professional web design and branding for small businesses...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Brand Space, with years of experience and a client-first mindset, we deliver customized digital marketing solutions and strategies that tackle these challenges head-on and drive measurable results...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Alpha Digital is a full service digital agency helping brands grow through smart strategies in SEO, web and MVP development, AI chatbot Integration, and Digital Marketing. We focus on turning clicks into customers by creating modern, user friendly websites and driving targeted growth with SEO and Ads. Our...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Milton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Web Design, Development, Graphics & Marketing Solutions...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- CRO
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- Location
- London Ontario, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
XNTRIC CA helps brands scale fast with high-impact digital marketing, blending performance strategy, creative execution, and data insights...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Ontario, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
8PEACH is a brand marketing agency based in Toronto, Canada, delivering branding, web design, social media marketing, and content production for startups and growing businesses across Canada and internationally...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Digital Tide is a Canada-based digital marketing agency delivering customized strategies that help businesses grow online. We specialize in SEO, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, Website Design & Development, Branding, Content Marketing, and Lead Generation. By combining creativity with data-driven...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Luminary Studio builds and looks after websites for small businesses in Surrey and Greater Vancouver: website design and redesigns, website support and maintenance, local SEO and Google Business Profile management...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Surrey, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
RGray is an AI-accelerated, performance-oriented marketing agency for crypto, AI, SaaS, fintech, and tech companies. Since 2019, we've served 80+ tech businesses, supported 15 token launches, and raised $30M+ for our clients - earning a 4.9 rating on Clutch, with 15% of clients staying with us...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed

Brandbeast Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Welcome to Brandbeast Designs, a dynamic graphic and web design studio based in Canada...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Welcome to Maksoft! We are a Digital Marketing Consulting and Full Service Digital Marketing Agency based in Winnipeg, Canada...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Strategic digital marketing studio helping brands grow through modern advertising, creative direction, branding, and digital positioning. Angarum Media works with businesses across North America to build stronger online presence, improve visibility, and create marketing systems designed for long-term growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
CodeCraft Web Studio is a Canadian web design and SEO studio in Oakville, Ontario, building high-performance websites, SEO, and Shopify stores for small businesses in the GTA and worldwide...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- AEO
- Branding
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- Location
- Oakville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Since its establishment in 2000, LogoBee has been a renowned expert in custom logo design. Each project is entrusted to a minimum of two designers, ensuring a wide range of styles and options...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We convert businesses into brands by building booming and beautiful online presences for them...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Supernova Sites is a graphic and web design studio based in Toronto that works with health and wellness clientele. Our services include brand identity such as logo design and brand guidelines, UI/UX Design including market research and wire-framing as well as web design on Wordpress. We tend to be the last...
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- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Your brand deserves more than just a nice look it needs a presence that captures attention and leaves a mark. I combine design strategy with visual storytelling to craft websites and graphics that stand out and deliver impact where it counts...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Surrey, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
IT-F1 delivers reliable technology and digital solutions for businesses, from managed IT and cybersecurity to web design, digital marketing, cloud solutions, computer repair, and data recovery. We combine practical IT expertise with digital services to help businesses stay secure, efficient, and ready to...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
Transforming Ideas Into Cutting-Edge Websites!Titan Web Studios specializes in Web Design & Development, UI/UX Design, Mobile App Development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Marketing and Branding. Providing the Best Digital Services across the Nation to Elevate your Business...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Hamilton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Roobinium is a leading UX/UI design and development company in Toronto. We specialize in our own solutions and complete projects quickly with our qualified team. With over 600 projects and expertise in web and web3, we deliver innovative digital solutions...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
Need a website that converts? Black Bike Media creates visually appealing, user-friendly websites that drive results. We're a design agency in Guelph, Ontario, with over 25 years of experience helping businesses of all sizes achieve their goals. From startups to established mid-sized companies, we offer a...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Guelph, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Growth Turbine is a specialized agency adept at helping startups and high-growth companies secure capital through various forms of equity crowdfunding. Established in 2016, the agency has assisted over 120 startups, helping them to collectively raise more than $160 million...
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- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Branding
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MakeBeCool is a strategic partner for Shopify Development and Growth. We do Shopify Development and Shopify Retainer services, strongly emphasizing fostering growth. From big-picture strategies to deep technological expertise and a clear RoadMap to Growth. We're not just a team, we're co-authors of...
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- eCommerce Development
- eCommerce
- CRO
- Email Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Toronto branding and web studio creating bold identities, packaging, WordPress websites and Shopify stores for growing businesses...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo 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
- 6 Projects Listed
DesignedIT fuses technology and creativity to catapult businesses into the digital future. Our team of digital artisans offers bespoke web & mobile app development, ingenious design, strategic digital marketing, and branding that captivates. Partner with us to craft a unique digital footprint, ignite your...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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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
- 6 Projects Listed
Creative Squad is the company that we have had the honor to represent, not about us. We have collaborated with visionaries, trailblazers, and ambitious business owners, helping them to realize their entrepreneurial aspirations side by side. where a passion for creating fascinating brand experiences that have...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Graphic Design & Website Design Services tailored for sole proprietors and small businesses. Offering print design, logo branding services, promotional product design, advertising design, digital marketing, WordPress and Wix website design...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Hamilton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Beond helps tech and consumer businesses build recognizable brands through brand identity design, social media and content marketing. We combine strategy, storytelling and creative production to make every brand presence clear, consistent, memorable and worth choosing...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Skip the Noise Media is a paid social agency run by ex-WPP pros, helping brands grow with sharp strategy across TikTok, Pinterest, Reddit & more not just Meta and Google...
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- PPC
- eCommerce
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We work with local service companies like landscaping, roofting, HVAC, restaurants, fitness studios and salons. We can help you grow your business and get more customers by increasing your conversion rates through better branding, messaging and conversion focused design...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Location
- Langley, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Next Level Digitals is a design agency that crafts compelling brands, user-friendly websites and engaging UI/UX. We help startups and enterprises elevate their digital presence with fast, stress-free design, unlimited revisions, and a strong focus on emotional brand connection...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Hamilton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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