Top Web Design Companies in Canada
Canada’s digital economy spans Toronto’s bustling tech corridor, Vancouver’s creative studios, and Montreal’s cutting-edge AI labs. Whether you’re launching a new ecommerce shop on Shopify’s home turf in Ottawa or refreshing a B2B site for Calgary’s energy sector, the country’s web design talent runs deep.
Clutch helps you quickly pinpoint trustworthy partners by collecting in-depth client reviews, analyzing portfolios, and verifying service lines. Use the filters above—by budget, location, industry, or platform expertise—to zero in on the Canadian web design agency that matches your vision and resources.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Serves CanadaServices provided
See all 22 projectsTrue Market specializes in web design services, providing custom website development and branding solutions for diverse industries. With a strong focus on user experience (UX) design and mobile-friendly design, they achieve consistently positive feedback, with over 90% of clients highlighting their professionalism, creativity, and responsiveness. Clients frequently commend their strategic approach and the seamless integration of content into responsive web designs, showcasing their expertise in front-end development.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves CanadaServices provided
See all 102 projectsDD.NYC® is a web design company specializing in website design, web development, and UI/UX design. The company has received mixed feedback; approximately 75% of clients commend their design capabilities, citing improved user engagement and brand perception, while 25% report challenges with communication and project delays. Despite these issues, DD.NYC® is recognized for their adaptability, creativity, and ability to deliver mobile-friendly designs that enhance user experience.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves CanadaServices provided
See all 29 projectsTakt is a web design and development company known for its expertise in UI/UX design and custom website development. The company consistently receives high praise for its professional and organized approach, with clients highlighting their responsiveness and alignment with brand values. Approximately 90% of reviewers commend Takt's ability to deliver on time and within budget, emphasizing their strength in project management and collaborative processes.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Serves CanadaServices provided
See all 30 projectsSunday Roast is a professional web design and development company known for its creativity and technical expertise in custom website development, UI/UX design, and mobile-friendly design. With 100% positive feedback from clients, reviewers frequently commend their ability to deliver projects on time, provide clear communication, and offer flexibility in project management. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight their responsive web design and user experience capabilities.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boisbriand, Canada
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Web design company PAR Design provides Web Design and Web Development. They are headquartered in Boisbriand, Canada.
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$25,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Mississauga, Canada
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See all 1 projectsUIUXDen provides expert mobile app design services that include both UI and UX features, with capabilities such as payment integration and live tracking. Clients consistently praise the company for their time management, effective communication, and the quality of their custom designs, noting that projects are often completed ahead of schedule.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves CanadaServices provided
See all 7 projectsBACKBONE is a web design and development company specializing in creating modern, user-friendly websites and comprehensive brand kits. Reviewers commend their ability to understand client needs and deliver on promises, with 100% of feedback highlighting their effective project management and timely delivery. Their dedication to quality and client satisfaction is a recurring theme in their reviews.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Mooc Creative Lab is a Marketing Strategy company located in Toronto, Canada. They provide Marketing Strategy and Web Design and were founded in 2018.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Launched in 2002, Macroblu is a web design company. The team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and is based in Toronto, Canada.
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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Half Helix, a web design agency and e-commerce development firm, is in New York, New York and Toronto, Canada. Their services include Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond Hill, Canada
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ESolutify is a web design agency. Based in Richmond Hill, Canada, the agency was established in 2019. Their team provides Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Winnipeg, Canada
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See all 1 projectsSELK is a web design and development company specializing in complex Drupal web development and custom system architectures. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their project expertise, accountability, and proactive attitude. Clients commend their responsive web design services, resulting in a 50% increase in website traffic and successful integration of existing services.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oakville, Canada
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See all 1 projectsiDIG Marketing Inc offers comprehensive services in Website Design, Web Development, and Responsive Design. The overall feedback highlights their expertise in creating mobile-friendly websites, effective content management, and Google Ads optimization, resulting in significant increases in leads and organic traffic. Clients commend their strategic approach, responsive communication, and commitment to delivering tangible outcomes.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Airdrie, Canada
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Located in Airdrie, Canada, Scour Web is a small web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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The Design Freak is a Toronto, Canada-based web design company. They specialize in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bay Bulls, Canada
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Web design company Bullseye Branding Inc. Provides Web Design and Branding. They are based in Bay Bulls, Canada.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New Westminster, Canada
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Web design company The code Giant was founded in 2020. The team offers Web Design and Blockchain and is headquartered in New Westminster, Canada.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9North Vancouver, Canada
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Duess Design is a web design agency. Their team is in North Vancouver, Canada and focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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See all 2 projectsDev Hub Games, we are a young promising and rapidly growing company that has chosen a promising direction for itself, development on the UNITY engine. Dev Hub Games provides a full range of game
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Surrey, Canada
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Web Design Surrey, a SEO agency and web design agency, was launched in 2020. Based in Surrey, Canada, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vaughan, Canada
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Shop Innovator is a web design agency. They are in Vaughan, Canada, and their services include Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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CZAR tecmologies, a small web design agency, is headquartered in London, England and Vancouver, Canada. Their services include Web Design and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Launched in 2018, Nephew is a web design company. The firm specializes in Web Design, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Courtenay, Canada
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Unicycle Digital is a web design company. They were established in 2019, and their services include Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Barrie, Canada
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In Barrie, Canada, Affordable Sites Canada is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Rising Sun Studio is a web design company based in Calgary, Canada. The team offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sherwood Park, Canada
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Wood & Co. Creative, a web design agency, was founded in 2015. The firm offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Founded in 2018, Atlas Agency is a web design agency. The agency provides Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ottawa, Canada
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WEBSHARK, a web design company, is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada and Ottawa, Canada. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Ottawa, Canada
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See all 1 projectsSMITH is a consulting firm specializing in SAP Commerce implementations, primarily employing a waterfall methodology. Feedback suggests that while 100% of reviewers acknowledged SMITH's expertise in providing essential staff, 100% also criticized their incompatibility with agile methodologies and lack of ongoing engagement, indicating a mixed experience for clients seeking agile project management.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ottawa, Canada
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Launched in 2019, iWEBAPP - Web Design & Development Agency is a small web design agency based in Ottawa, Canada and Brossard, Canada. Their team provides Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Saskatoon, Canada
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Established in 2019, Boost SEO is a small SEO services firm and web design agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Winnipeg, Canada
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Vantix Digital is a web design agency located in Winnipeg, Canada. They provide Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Jambaree is a small web design agency established in 2020. Their team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Branding firm Jackson Wynne Brand Consultants is located in Toronto, Canada. Launched in 2009, the team offers Branding and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Petit-de-Grat, Canada
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Samson.Digital is a web design agency. They provide Web Design and Logo and were established in 2020. The agency is in Petit-de-Grat, Canada.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ottawa, Canada
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SKYFALL BLUE is a social media marketing agency. They were established in 2012, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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AH Media is a SEO agency. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were launched in 2005. The company is based in Toronto, Canada.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Winnipeg, Canada
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Hello Digital Marketing is a web design agency. The small Winnipeg, Canada-based team provides Web Design and Direct Marketing. The agency was founded in 2013.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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Founded in 2020, Roadmap Agency Inc. Is a small Edmonton, Canada-based branding agency. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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Based in Montréal, Canada and Clichy, France, Supramega is a small web development firm. Their services include Web Development and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10,000+Toronto, Canada
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Mehar is a web development company located in Toronto, Canada. They focus on Web Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Thorold, Canada
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A+ Marketing Services is a web design agency founded in 2012. The firm provides Web Design and Email Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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Web design agency Harvard Web Designers was founded in 2015. The company specializes in Web Design and Mobile App Development, and is midsize.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Ottawa, Canada
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Web Design Ottawa Agency is a web design agency. They focus on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2012.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Konnected Solutions is a small web design company established in 2015. Their services include Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ottawa, Canada
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See all 3 projectsPixImpress offers services in Website Design, UI/UX Design, Web Development, and Responsive Design. Reviews consistently highlight their ability to deliver creative, professional websites that enhance lead generation and search engine rankings. Clients appreciate their exceptional responsiveness and project management, although some suggest more frequent updates to improve communication.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Halifax, Canada
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RM Web Designs is a web design company. The small Halifax, Canada-based team focuses on Web Design and Graphic Design. The agency was founded in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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See all 2 projectsWPIC Marketing + Technologies offers comprehensive market entry and growth strategies, including social media, e-commerce platforms, and marketing tools, primarily in the Chinese and Japanese markets. Overall feedback emphasizes effective communication, strong project management, and significant market knowledge, leading to successful brand growth and sales increases. Clients appreciate their expertise and single-agency approach.
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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Bookmark Content and Communications, a Content Marketing company, is based in Holborn, England and Toronto, Canada. They offer Content Marketing and CRM consulting and SI and were launched in 1986.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Port Perry, Canada
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Kleurvision is a branding agency established in 2004. Based in Port Perry, Canada, the team provides Branding and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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BlackJet is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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Graphically Speaking is a Digital Strategy company headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Their services include Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Longueuil, Canada
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Headquartered in Longueuil, Canada, Takar Media is a small web design agency. Their services include Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Founded in 2011, Build Studio Inc. Is a web design agency. The company focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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List of the Top 15 Canada Web Design Agencies
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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39.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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36.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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38.1/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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36.4/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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38.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Mississauga, Canada
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35.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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38/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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33.8/40.017.4/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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33.8/40.016/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ottawa, Canada
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35.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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34/40.017/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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32.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Vancouver, Canada
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37.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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38.2/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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32/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
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34.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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31.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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31.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews7.4/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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35/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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31.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Belleville, Canada
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34.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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35.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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39.4/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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39.3/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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36.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Montreal, Canada
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33.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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33.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Winnipeg, Canada
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33.7/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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34.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Web Design60% Other
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Canadian Web Design Agency FAQs
A Canadian web design agency plans, designs, and builds websites that balance aesthetics with performance. Partnering with these experienced vendors gives you access to services such as:
- UX/UI research and wireframing
- Responsive visual design for desktop and mobile
- CMS implementation (WordPress, Webflow, Shopify, Drupal)
- Front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- SEO-ready site architecture and page-speed optimization
- Ongoing maintenance, hosting, and accessibility compliance
Many firms also integrate bilingual (English-French) content strategies for businesses targeting Quebec and nationwide audiences.
Choosing a local partner offers several advantages that an offshore or remote firm may not fulfill, including:
- Proximity to major North American markets and time zones
- Cultural insight into English- and French-speaking users
- Familiarity with Canadian privacy laws (PIPEDA) and AODA accessibility standards
- Competitive pricing compared with many U.S. firms, without sacrificing quality
- Easy in-person collaboration if you’re near hubs like Toronto, Vancouver, or Montreal
For companies serving Canadian customers—or U.S. brands expanding north—local knowledge often translates into faster approvals and smoother launches.
Prices vary from one project to another depending on several key variables, including project scope, design complexity, and agency reputation. Here’s a rundown of costs you can expect:
- One-page marketing site: $3,000 – $7,000
- Small business website (5–15 pages): $8,000 – $20,000
- Custom corporate site or portal: $20,000 – $60,000
- Enterprise or ecommerce platform: $40,000 – $150,000+
Hourly rates generally range from $80–$180 CAD. Remember to budget for ongoing maintenance, hosting, and potential bilingual content creation.
Canada’s agencies work across sectors, with strong demand in:
- Technology and SaaS
- Ecommerce and retail
- Healthcare and life sciences
- Finance and fintech
- Tourism, hospitality, and travel
- Natural resources and energy
Many studios maintain specialized vertical teams—e.g., agencies in Halifax often focus on ocean tech, while Winnipeg shops cater to agribusiness brands.
- Define goals: brand refresh, lead gen, online sales, accessibility, etc.
- Review Clutch profiles for case studies, design style, and verified client feedback.
- Short-list agencies with experience in your industry or preferred CMS.
- Request proposals detailing timeline, deliverables, and clear KPIs.
- Interview project leads to gauge communication style and cultural fit.
Furthermore, it’s also beneficial to ask to see real Google PageSpeed scores and post-launch performance metrics from past projects so you can gauge the quality of their work.
When partnering with any agency, it’s important to be cautious and alert for potential red flags that can cause problems down the road. Beware of agencies that check any of these traits:
- Guarantee first-page Google rankings as part of design work
- Outsource all development overseas without clear oversight
- Provide vague timelines or refuse milestone-based contracts
- Lack of accessibility or bilingual expertise when your audience requires it
- Have few recent projects or unverified testimonials
Transparent communication, detailed scoping, and a solid post-launch support plan are non-negotiable for a successful engagement.