Top Social Media Marketing Companies in Canada
From Toronto’s tech corridor to Vancouver’s creator economy and Montreal’s bilingual creative scene, Canada is a powerhouse for social media talent. Whether you need social media management services, a paid social agency, or an Instagram marketing agency, Clutch makes it easier to find a trusted partner.
We verify client reviews, portfolio work, and service focus so you can confidently compare Canadian firms by budget, platform expertise, and industry specialization. Shortlist agencies with bilingual capabilities for Quebec markets, Shopify fluency for ecommerce brands, or in-house production for content-heavy programs. Use filters for location, minimum project size, and hourly rates to match your scope and timeline. Explore these additional directories:
• Top Social Media Marketing Agencies
• Social Media Marketing Agencies in Toronto
• Social Media Marketing Agencies in Montreal
• Social Media Marketing Agencies in Vancouver
• Canada Social Media Marketing Agencies for Business Services
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves CanadaServices provided
See all 38 projectsCAYK Marketing Inc. is a Digital Marketing agency known for its expertise in Social Media Marketing, SEO, and online branding. Reviews highlight a 100% satisfaction rate with their responsive communication and strategic social media management, leading to increased brand awareness and client acquisition. Clients commend their cultural alignment and dedication to small business success.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves CanadaServices provided
See all 23 projectsVolterra is a comprehensive digital marketing agency specializing in social media management and strategy. The company consistently receives high praise, with 100% of reviews highlighting their expertise, exceptional project management, and ability to deliver tailored solutions. Clients commend Volterra for their social media advertising and strategic insights, which have led to significant increases in engagement and brand visibility.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Winnipeg, Canada
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The Show and Tell Agency is a branding company. They are headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada and Kitchener, Canada and have small team. They provide Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Lion Marketing Agency is a social media marketing firm. Located in Toronto, Canada, their small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Advertising. The agency was launched in 2016.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Brampton, Canada
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Emerge Digital Marketing Services Inc is a social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization and are located in Brampton, Canada.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Social media marketing company Now You're Trending was launched in 2015. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot, Canada
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Founded in 2020, Wizo Media is a small social media marketing agency and web design agency. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brampton, Canada
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NRC digital Marketing, a Digital Strategy and social media marketing company, was founded in 2021. The company specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
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Small social media marketing firm SocialPixel, is based in Edmonton, Canada. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ottawa, Canada
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Ottawa SEO Inc., a PR agency, is located in Ottawa, Canada. Launched in 2022, the team specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kitchener, Canada
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Located in Kitchener, Canada, My Socials is a social media marketing company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Web Design and were founded in 2022.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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Dialekta is a media planning and buying agency. The Montréal, Canada-based firm was launched in 2010. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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See all 2 projectsBarrett and Welsh offers services including branding, logo design, and social media marketing. Reviews highlight their professionalism, creativity, and effective project management, with clients particularly appreciating their deep understanding of target audiences and collaborative approach. Barrett and Welsh demonstrate a strong alignment with client values and deliver projects on time and within budget.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Mississauga, Canada
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See all 1 projectsDigital Byteteck offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including Social Media Management and online branding. Reviews consistently highlight their responsiveness, effective use of social media platforms, and the significant increase in online presence and candidate database for clients. The company is praised for quick implementation and excellent communication.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
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Established in 2012, [at] Marketing is a social media marketing agency. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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PR agency North Strategic is in Toronto, Canada and Montréal, Canada. They focus on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
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Based in Edmonton, Canada, Cloud Base Inc. Is a small branding agency and social media marketing firm. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Burlington, Canada
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PACT Media Ltd., a social media marketing company and Content Marketing company, is in Burlington, Canada. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were founded in 1970.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Founded in 2024, Socially Formal, a small social media marketing firm and Content Marketing company, is based in Calgary, Canada. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Coquitlam, Canada
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Headquartered in Coquitlam, Canada, Discovery Kitchen is a small social media marketing company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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RTOWN, a SEO agency, is based in Vancouver, Canada. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Halifax, Canada
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Based in Halifax, Canada, Outshine is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Hype PR is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Jive PR + Digital is a Digital Strategy company based in Toronto, Canada and Vancouver, Canada. They provide Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Halifax, Canada
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See all 1 projectsMonkedia is a digital marketing agency specializing in meta and Google ads, email marketing, and web development. According to client reviews, 100% of feedback highlights Monkedia's expertise, responsiveness, and significant contributions to business growth. Their project management is described as efficient, with all deliverables provided on time, showcasing their commitment to client success.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Markham, Canada
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Slayer Public Relations is a PR company established in 2023. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Québec, Canada
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Social media marketing agency Cossette was established in 1972. The midsize team offers Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Broad Reach Communications is a small social media marketing firm headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Social media marketing firm iRISEmedia focuses on Social Media Marketing and Public Relations. They were founded in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Clue Digital is a small social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and BI & big data consulting & SI and were established in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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Direct Focus is a social media marketing company established in 1996. In Toronto, Canada and Winnipeg, Canada, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Halifax, Canada
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Dash Hudson, a social media marketing agency, specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. The firm is headquartered in Halifax, Canada and New York, New York.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Vaughan, Canada
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See all 1 projectsPurpose Path provides comprehensive digital marketing solutions, emphasizing Social Media Management and SEO, to enhance online branding. Clients consistently praise their professional project management, timely delivery, and tailored strategies that lead to increased revenue. The company's expertise in developing effective digital marketing strategies and their commitment to client satisfaction are frequently highlighted in reviews.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New Westminster, Canada
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SIX12 Creative Marketing Solutions is a social media marketing firm. The New Westminster, Canada-based team offers Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ottawa, Canada
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See all 1 projectsProfitParrot.com is one of the best SEO companies in Ottawa. We can help grow your business and make it visible in search engines. We provide marketing, SEO, and Google Business management services
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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Gravity Partners is a branding company launched in 2011. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing and is located in Toronto, Canada.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Mississauga, Canada
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Branding firm Integriti Group Inc. Was founded in 2001. The agency specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing, and is midsize.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Vaughan, Canada
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Eccentric Business Intelligence is a branding company. The firm is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada. Their team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Reformation. Is a social media marketing agency. Located in Vancouver, Canada, their small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Public Relations. The firm was established in 2012.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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V3 Digital Inc. Is a social media marketing firm. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization, and the firm is headquartered in Montréal, Canada.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Surrey, Canada
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Video production agency Search + Rescue Marketing Agency was founded in 2018. The firm offers Video Production and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Barrie, Canada
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QAFree Inc is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is located in Barrie, Canada and provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The company was launched in 2019.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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Magnolias Consulting Group is a Marketing Strategy company launched in 2016. Their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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In Edmonton, Canada, Nimble Digital is a web design company. They specialize in Web Design and Advertising and were launched in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Severn Bridge, Canada
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Social Buddy, a small social media marketing company, is located in Severn Bridge, Canada. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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Launched in 2012, Catalyst Agents, a small media planning and buying agency, is in Vancouver, Canada. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Established in 2023, Extra Sauce Agency is a social media marketing company. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Argotype Marketing is a social media marketing agency. They are based in Vancouver, Canada, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Burlington, Canada
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Rootree, a Packaging Design company, is located in Burlington, Canada and Boucherville, Canada. Their services include Packaging Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Calgary, Canada
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MediaNV, a SEO agency, specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They were established in 2014.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Toronto, Canada
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Tech Genie is a social media marketing agency. The team is based in Toronto, Canada, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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See all 1 projectsVip Home Service Marketing specializes in website design, SEO, and Facebook advertising. Their services have received positive feedback, highlighting significant increases in customer calls and a responsive, communicative team. Clients particularly appreciate the effective and accessible communication with Eric and his team, fostering successful project outcomes.
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List of the Top 15 Canada Social Media Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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38.6/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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37.2/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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35.8/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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34.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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32.2/40.018/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Montreal, Canada
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35.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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32/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Langley, Canada
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36.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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36.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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28.2/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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31.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews7.3/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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28.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.4/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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34.7/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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36.6/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Burlington, Canada
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36.5/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Abbotsford, Canada
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31.9/40.014/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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32.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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38.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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38.3/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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31/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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35.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Burlington, Canada
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34.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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33.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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35.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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36.2/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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34.4/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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34.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Oakville, Canada
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33.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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28.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.3/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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34.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Canada Social Media Marketing FAQs
Canadian social media marketing teams combine North American business standards with local market fluency. Partnering with these dedicated agencies help brands unlock strategic advantages such as:
- Bilingual strategy – English–French planning for Quebec and national campaigns, not just translation.
- Compliance knowledge – Familiarity with CASL (anti-spam), PIPEDA privacy rules, and Quebec contest requirements for UGC promotions.
- Platform and ecosystem strengths – Deep Shopify expertise (Ottawa), enterprise experience with brands like Air Canada, Lululemon, and Canadian banks, and creator networks across major metros.
- Time zone coverage – Coast-to-coast teams can manage always-on calendars and real-time community management.
If you target Canadian consumers or operate in regulated sectors, local context can accelerate approvals and reduce risk.
Pricing varies because of factors like scope, channel mix, and production needs. According to Clutch’s recent cost data, most Canadian social media agencies charge:
- Monthly retainers: $2,000 – $8,000 CAD for SMBs; $10,000 – $30,000+ CAD for enterprise/multi-brand.
- Hourly rates: Typically $120 – $200 CAD for senior practitioners.
- Paid social management: Often 10%–20% of ad spend (minimums may apply).
- Content production: On-location shoots commonly range from $1,000–$5,000 CAD per day plus editing.
- Influencer fees: Micro-creators may start around $250 – $1,000 CAD per post; larger creators can command $2,500 – $5,000+ CAD.
Before committing to any partnership, always ask for a detailed breakdown of strategy, creative, media fees, and content rights to avoid surprise costs.
- Ecommerce and retail (including Shopify-native brands)
- SaaS and B2B technology (Toronto–Waterloo corridor, Montreal AI)
- Financial services and fintech
- Travel, hospitality, and destination marketing
- Gaming and entertainment (notably in Montreal and Vancouver)
- Healthcare and public sector communications
- Education and nonprofits
Many Canadian social media marketing teams blend content creation agency capabilities with paid social execution, offering full-funnel programs from awareness through conversion.
Define your brand’s specific goals and requirements. Then, explore Clutch’s vetted directories and follow these five key steps to find the right team:
- Review portfolios. Look for native-first creative, short-form video, and platform-specific storytelling.
- Validate bilingual capabilities — Separate English/French keyword research, cultural localization, and content ops if you target Quebec.
- Confirm measurement. Ensure clear KPIs, clean UTM planning, and dashboards.
- Check tech and workflow. Look into their Meta Business Manager access, brand safety tools, and community management playbooks.
- Pilot thoughtfully. Running a 60–90-day paid social or content sprint can validate fit before a long-term retainer.
If Instagram is your core channel, prioritize an Instagram marketing agency with proven Reels performance and creator collaborations.
- Guaranteed follower growth or virality claims
- No clarity on ownership of content, creator usage rights, or whitelisting terms
- Blurry reporting (vanity metrics only) or no plan for incrementality testing
- Lack of knowledge about CASL/PIPEDA or Quebec contest rules
- One-size-fits-all content calendars with no audience or competitor analysis
- Hidden fees, unclear ad spend custody, or no billing transparency
- Outsourcing all deliverables without QA or brand governance
A credible social media advertising agency will be upfront about testing plans, learning agendas, and how they align creative with your revenue model.