Top Digital Marketing Agencies in Toronto
Toronto’s tech corridor—from the MaRS Discovery District to Liberty Village—hosts hundreds of innovative brands and scale-ups that need standout online visibility. Clutch’s platform makes finding a trusted digital agency Toronto businesses rely on simple and transparent. Every provider listed here has been reviewed through Clutch’s rigorous, interview-based vetting process, so you can filter by budget, industry, or service line (SEO, PPC, social, and more) with confidence. Whether you’re a Bay Street fintech or a Queen West e-commerce startup, use our filters to compare portfolios, ratings, and verified client feedback before selecting your next growth partner.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 38 projectsCAYK Marketing Inc. is a comprehensive digital marketing agency known for providing services such as SEO, brand development, and online advertising. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with clients praising their project management skills, responsiveness, and adaptability. Approximately 88% of reviewers highlight the agency’s ability to deliver results on time, while 75% emphasize their strong client relationships and personalized care in executing projects.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 54 projectsSearch Engine People is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, Google Ads management, and website optimization. Across the reviews, clients consistently praise their professionalism, timely delivery, and impactful results. Notably, clients reported significant improvements in organic traffic and lead generation, with numerous positive reviews highlighting their responsiveness and strategic insights. Overall, approximately 90% of feedback was positive, with no substantial areas for improvement noted.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 51 projectsMajor Tom is a comprehensive digital marketing and web development agency, noted for its expertise in SEO, digital strategy, and website design. With over 90% positive feedback, clients consistently praise Major Tom for its professionalism, reliable project management, and strong strategic partnerships. Approximately 80% of reviews highlight their impressive culture and alignment with client values, emphasizing their adaptability and strategic guidance.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 83 projectsBrandLume Inc. is a multifaceted digital marketing and web development agency, offering services such as SEO, website development, branding, and digital advertising. The overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with approximately 90% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism, reliability, and strong project management. Common themes include exceeding expectations, effective communication, and providing good value for cost, although a few reviews suggest potential improvements in cost-effectiveness and clarity of service offerings.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bradford West Gwillimbury, Canada
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Advertising company Outsourced Marketing Inc. Was launched in 2015. The agency provides Advertising and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hamilton, Canada
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Established in 2021, Massion Digital is a small Hamilton, Canada-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Serves Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 8 projectsZigma Internet Marketing is a comprehensive digital marketing agency offering SEO, SEM, PPC, website optimization, and social media management. Their clients report significant improvements in organic rankings, lead generation, and online visibility. Approximately 70–120% growth in inbound leads and a 60% increase in new clients are noted by some reviewers, with positive feedback on their project management and responsiveness from all clients.
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Other Application Development company Third Power Training was founded in 2017. The small team specializes in Other Application Development and Content Writing Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oakville, Canada
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Launched in 2008, TechHighway Systems Inc. Is a small Oakville, Canada-based web development firm. Their services include Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Hamilton, Canada
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The DigiSparrow is a SEO services firm. Their midsize team is headquartered in Brantford, Canada and Hamilton, Canada. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Headquartered in Burlington, Canada, reverb consulting is a small e-commerce development company. The team provides E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click.
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Moon Rae Media is a small Oakville, Canada-based branding agency. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9St. Catharines, Canada
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Launched in 2018, ColaDigital.ca is a small SEO agency headquartered in St. Catharines, Canada. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Content Writing Services.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Tech Spinach is a small SEO agency. Launched in 2019, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Oshawa, Canada
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5848 Studios is a web design company established in 2018. The small team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Oshawa, Canada
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Fore-sight Growth is an Advertising company. In Oshawa, Canada, the firm offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Small Email Marketing company VivosWeb, is headquartered in Hamilton, Canada. Their services include Email Marketing and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Social media marketing agency HeyTony Advertising specializes in Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization. They were launched in 2017.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Hamilton, Canada
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See all 1 projectsX Times More is a digital marketing company known for creating websites, AI-powered chatbots, newsletters, and embedded calendars. Clients appreciate their professionalism, knowledge, responsiveness, and cost-effectiveness. Overall feedback highlights high satisfaction with their services, although there was a minor concern with their email system.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerBurlington, Canada
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D-SOL Media Marketing is a Mobile & App Marketing company. Located in Burlington, Canada, the team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Call Center Services.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Hamilton, Canada
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Cipher Hawks Pvt. Ltd. Is a social media marketing company. Their team is based in Hamilton, Canada and offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$75,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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LionEater inc is a small SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy and were established in 2015.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49St. Catharines, Canada
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Sublyme Digital is a web design company. The small St. Catharines, Canada-based team focuses on Web Design and Digital Strategy. The agency was founded in 2020.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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See all 1 projects101 Keys is a full-service digital marketing company. We serve businesses of all sizes across Canada and the US. Whether you run a small shop, large franchise or non-profit organization, we bring
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Whitby, Canada
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MobileXCo is a SMS Marketing company. The firm is in Whitby, Canada. Their services include SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burlington, Canada
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Yellow Robot Marketing is a social media marketing firm. They are based in Burlington, Canada and have small team. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Chooselocal.co is a Digital Strategy company. The Hamilton, Canada-based team provides Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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Rain Digital, an Email Marketing company, was launched in 2014. Headquartered in Hamilton, Canada, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Barrie, Canada
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See all 2 projectsSEO Brothers is an SEO agency specializing in comprehensive SEO campaigns and site audits, with a focus on client collaboration and communication. Overall feedback is mixed; while 100% of reviewers commend their timely communication and complex processes, 50% emphasize the need for broader service offerings and manual insights in audits. The team is noted for their dedication and professionalism in achieving client goals.
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Launched in 2022, Red Minstrel Marketing is a social media marketing company. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9St. Catharines, Canada
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CodHarbor is a St. Catharines, Canada-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Innisfil, Canada
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See all 1 projectsArkwell Agency specializes in web development, SEO optimization, and lead conversion. Client reviews highlight their high level of professionalism, effective communication, and attention to detail. The agency's pragmatic approach and timely delivery have resulted in measurable outcomes, including increased lead generation and revenue growth.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9St. Catharines, Canada
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Mac Mar is a pay per click agency. They were founded in 2019 and specialize in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Based in Hamilton, Canada, HeyTony is a small social media marketing firm. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerGeorgina, Canada
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Mentseo - Jeremy Morrison SEO Consulting is a Georgina, Canada-based website development firm. They focus on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2020.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9St. Catharines, Canada
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Located in St. Catharines, Canada, Janice and Robin Digital Communications is a Digital Strategy company. Launched in 1998, the team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Tenth Man Marketing is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2022. The firm focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Guelph, Canada
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Rank Factory is a pay per click company. Launched in 2020, the team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The agency is headquartered in Guelph, Canada.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerHamilton, Canada
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In Hamilton, Canada, Web Development Hamilton is a small web development company. Their services include Web Development and Web Design.
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Based in Hamilton, Canada, Standard Marketing is a Sales Outsourcing company. Founded in 2021, the team specializes in Sales Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Holistic Acquisition is a small Direct Marketing company established in 2023. Their team specializes in Direct Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9St. Catharines, Canada
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Eleven65 Digital, a web design company, specialize in Web Design and Marketing Strategy. They were established in 2022.
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Established in 2020, Shomii Digital Marketing, a small Advertising company, is in Lincoln, Canada. Their team specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Located in Hamilton, Canada, RAIDA Marketing Solutions is a web design agency. Founded in 2021, the team specializes in Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Orangeville, Canada
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Fheba Design Inc. Is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is headquartered in Orangeville, Canada and specializes in Digital Strategy and Affiliate Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hamilton, Canada
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PixelMatrix Solutions is a web development firm. Based in Ahmedabad, India and Hamilton, Canada, the company was founded in 2021. Their team provides Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Guelph, Canada
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Design Labz is a web design company. Launched in 2001, the team focuses on Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Reveal Creative Solutions, an Advertising company, offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy. The firm is based in Hamilton, Canada.
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Dental Marketer, an Email Marketing company, was launched in 2020. The agency specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Guelph, Canada
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Marketing Strategy company Shift Paradigm is headquartered in Austin, Texas and Scottsdale, Arizona. They provide Marketing Strategy and cloud consulting & SI and were founded in 2010.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Bowmanville, Canada
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Global Infocloud Pvt. Ltd., a branding company, was founded in 2013. The midsize team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Thorold, Canada
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Hughes & Co is a Thorold, Canada-based branding firm. Launched in 2012, the team focuses on Branding and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Beyond Limits Marketing is a Hamilton, Canada-based Digital Strategy company. They focus on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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See all 2 projectsRipple Design & Marketing is a creative design and marketing agency offering branding, web development, and social media integration services. The company is praised for excellent project management and creative approach, with 100% of reviews highlighting their strong brand creation and communication skills, and seamless client experience.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Guelph, Canada
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Headquartered in Guelph, Canada and Woodstock, Canada, 2H Media is a Marketing Strategy company. They offer Marketing Strategy and Advertising and were established in 2017.
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List of the Top 15 Toronto Digital Marketing Companies
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Mississauga, Canada
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37.9/40.019.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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39/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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35.3/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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36/40.018/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Irvine, CA
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34.7/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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36.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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35.1/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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31.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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34.6/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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32/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Vaughan, Canada
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35.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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33.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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34.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews7.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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40/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Irving, TX
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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36.2/40.017.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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31.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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39.2/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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32.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vaughan, Canada
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31.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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32.1/40.018.6/20 Reviews7.3/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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35.7/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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31.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Mississauga, Canada
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31.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Digital Marketing50% Other
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Top Digital Marketing Agencies in Toronto
Working with a firm that understands Toronto’s market nuances, such as provincial privacy rules and local slang (“Hydro,” anyone?), can shorten campaign ramp-up time. These agencies:
- Have firsthand insight into events like Collision Conference and Shopify Unite, enabling timely, relevant content
- Maintain relationships with local influencers, media outlets, and startup communities in Ryerson’s DMZ and the University of Toronto network
- Operate in the same time zone, making agile sprints and data reviews easier than with overseas teams
Pricing varies by scope and agency reputation:
- Monthly retainers: $3,000–$15,000, full-service SEO, PPC, and content bundles
- Project-based: $5,000–$50,000, website launches, rebrands, or multi-channel campaigns
- Hourly consulting: $120–$250, Strategy workshops or analytics audits Smaller shops in the 905 corridor may charge less, while downtown boutiques with Fortune 500 experience sit at the higher end.
Toronto agencies are industry-agnostic but commonly work with:
- Fintech and banking (thanks to Bay Street’s financial hub)
- SaaS and tech startups in the Toronto-Waterloo Corridor
- Healthcare and life sciences clustered around University Health Network
- Retail and D2C brands leveraging Shopify (a Canadian success story)
- Professional services. From law firms on King Street to architects in the Distillery District
Start by clarifying KPIs: lead volume, ROAS, or organic traffic lifts. Then:
- Shortlist providers on Clutch using filters for budget, location, and service focus.
- Read full client reviews to gauge communication style and strategic depth.
- Ask for Toronto-specific case studies, e.g., “How did you improve local SEO Toronto rankings for a multi-location restaurant?”
- Confirm tool stack compatibility (GA4, SEMrush, HubSpot) and reporting cadence.
- Schedule a chemistry call; culture fit matters when collaborating across sprints.
Watch out for:
- Guaranteed #1 rankings. No agency controls Google.ca.
- One-size-fits-all proposals that ignore your niche or bilingual needs.
- Lack of transparent pricing or refusal to detail hours versus ad spend.
- Minimal local presence (no GTA address or staff), suggesting outsourced execution.
- Sparse or generic Clutch reviews; verified feedback is a must.