Name: Search Engine People
Address: 2 Bloor Street East, Suite 3500, Toronto, Canada, ON, M4W 1A8, CA
Telephone: 647-957-9944
Price range: $150 - $199
Rating: 4.9

Canada's Top SEO & PPC Agency Since 2001

Some people are cat people. Others are dog people. Well, we are Search Engine People, a close-knit team that is borderline obsessed with all things SEO & PPC.

When it comes to digital marketing, we know our stuff! Since 2001 we have helped 2,000+ Canadian businesses big and small. We are a 100% full service agency, that means your level of involvement is up to you.

Min project size
$1,000+
Hourly rate
$150 - $199 / hr
Employees
50 - 249
Locations
Toronto, Canada
Year founded
Founded 2001
Languages
Timezones

Service Lines

Search Engine Optimization: 70%
Pay Per Click: 20%
Conversion Optimization: 5%
Digital Strategy: 5%

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SEO Focus

On site optimization: 45%
Content development: 15%
Link earning & development: 15%
Local search: 10%
Mobile optimization: 5%
Multilingual SEO: 5%
Other SEO: 5%

PPC Focus

Google Adwords: 75%
YouTube Advertising: 15%
Bing Advertising: 10%

Industries

Business services: 10%
Consumer products & services: 10%
Financial services: 10%
Hospitality & leisure: 10%
Media: 10%
eCommerce: 10%
Arts, entertainment & music: 5%
Automotive: 5%
Dental: 5%
Education: 5%
Information technology: 5%
Legal: 5%
Manufacturing: 5%
Medical: 5%

Clients

Small Business (<$10M): 50%
Midmarket ($10M - $1B): 35%
Enterprise (>$1B): 15%

Search Engine Optimization Pay Per Click Google Adwords On site optimization YouTube Advertising Bing Advertising Local search

Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $1,000+

Avg. hourly rate $150 - $199 /hr

Rating for cost 4.7 /5

What Clients Have Said

Search Engine People offers competitive pricing, with project costs typically under $10,000 for small to medium-sized clients. Clients appreciate the value for cost, citing significant improvements in SEO and lead generation, often yielding high returns on investment.

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Most Common Project Size

$10,000 - $49,999 based on 44 reviews

< $10,000 $10,000 - $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 > $200,000

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Search Engine People Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

4.9

Quality 4.8
Schedule 4.9
Cost 4.7
Willing to Refer 4.9

Top Mentions

Review Highlights

Strong Customer Focus and Personalized Service

Clients highlight the company's personalized approach, ensuring strategies are tailored to specific business needs and goals. This customer-centric focus has been key to successful partnerships.
Successful Track Record in Diverse Industries

The company has demonstrated success in a wide range of sectors, from technology and finance to healthcare and retail, showcasing versatility and industry-specific expertise.
Effective Use of Data and Analytics

Search Engine People utilizes data-driven insights to inform their strategies, leading to measurable improvements in client KPIs such as traffic, rankings, and lead quality.
High Client Satisfaction and Long-Term Partnerships

The company maintains long-term relationships with many clients, who express high satisfaction with the results and the professional rapport built over years of successful collaboration.
Responsive and Professional Communication

Search Engine People is commended for their excellent communication skills, providing timely responses and detailed updates. Clients appreciate their proactive approach and the clarity they provide in project management.
Room for Improvement in Proactive Strategy

While generally satisfied, some clients suggest that Search Engine People could enhance their service by being more proactive in suggesting new ideas and strategies to clients.

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Pay Per Click
Less than $10,000
Sep. 2021 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"With SEP, I continue to feel they have taken the time to really know our industry and care about our results."

Dec 8, 2021

Owner, 10 Buck Pizza Woodstock

Anonymous

Other industries
Woodstock, Ontario
11-50 Employees
Online Review
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Search Engine People provides PPC services for an independent restaurant. The provider was chosen for their ability to specialize their plan for specific requests.

Search Engine People has brought in increased visits for the client's website. The vendor provides weekly and monthly reports with consistent communication. As promised, they were described as very attentive to their specific needs, taking the time to offer a personal touch to the project.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the owner of a independent restaurant.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Search Engine People, and what were your goals?

Increase our ranking on Google and other search engine platforms.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We chose SEP due to their ability to specialize our plan for only the specific requests.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and campaigns.

campaigns, PPC and implementing strategies.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

so far 2 people, the sales manager and our account manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

we are seeing week over week increased visits and calls coming in to our location,

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

weekly & monthly reports, monthly followup calls, and very consistent communication,

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

I would highly recommend this company! Our account manager Ron, always goes the extra mile, follows up consistently and is very attentive to our business needs. We have tried other companies in the past who seem to miss that personal touch. With SEP, I continue to feel they have taken the time to really know our industry and care about our results.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

At this time I don't see any areas of improvement.

RATINGS

5.0

Pay Per Click
$10,000 to $49,999
Sep. 2021 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"We really feel their dedication to helping us succeed."

Dec 7, 2021

Sales Representative, Boyer Gm Bancroft

Ryan Harvey

Automotive
Bancroft, Ontario
11-50 Employees
Online Review
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Search Engine People was hired by an automotive company to lead and manage their PPC campaign. They've developed an online marketing strategy, reallocated the client's ad spend, and more.

Thanks to Search Engine People, the client has achieved the highest sales record for tires in the history of their company. The team has established a collaborative partnership through their responsiveness, personable approach, and commitment to helping the client succeed.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm a Sales Representative, handle online advertising and our website.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Search Engine People?

Online Marketing, and Analytics

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

Pre-existing relationship

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

Being in a small town we need to reach as many people in Ontario as possible. The focused advertising allows us to target specific individuals and get them to the place they need to be. Sales during the pandemic has changed the game and online influence is the reason we have been so successful.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

Ron - PPC Campaign manager

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Changed marketing strategies on a monthly basis, and achieved best month for Tire sales in the history of the dealership when we changed our focus and advertising allocation.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

In constant communication with the Campaign Manager including bi-weekly meetings.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The relationship built makes it feel very tightknit and personal. We really feel their dedication to helping us succeed.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Still learning everything PPC can do. A resource page would be helpful.

RATINGS

5.0

Pay Per Click Search Engine Optimization
$10,000 to $49,999
Jan. 2013 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Their communication is impressive."

Dec 10, 2020

Chiropractor, Chiro-Med Rehab Centre

Behfar Sanjari

Other industries
Richmond Hill, Ontario
11-50 Employees
Online Review
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For years, Search Engine People has managed a chiropractor's SEO, PPC campaigns, and social media marketing to boost lead numbers.

Search Engine People offers a tailored digital marketing strategy that helps meets the chiropractor's goals. They communicate their work through online meetings and various presentations.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Owner / operator (Chiropractor) of a multi-disciplinary health care centre.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Search Engine People, and what were your goals?

Search engine optimization, google pay-per-click campaign, and social media marketing. Our goals have been to increase customer leads.

SOLUTION

How did you select Search Engine People and what were the deciding factors?

Interviewed many different companies. Information presented and relayed to me was personalized to me and my company.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and campaigns.

SEP begin with what your company goals are and then they accordingly provide their expert suggestions and then upon approval begin implementing in stages.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

I have one main account manager who contacts me as required and vice versa.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Keep up the good work.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

Includes online meetings and various modes of presentations.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their communication is impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Keep up the good work!

RATINGS

5.0

Search Engine Optimization
Less than $10,000
Apr. 2020 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 4.5

Schedule: 4.0

Cost: 4.0

Willing to Refer: 4.0

"They have impressive knowledge and have been extremely helpful."

Dec 8, 2020

Marketing Director, CRM & Marketing Automation Software Firm

Masood Mumtaz

Other industries
Toronto, Ontario
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Search Engine People spearheads a real estate CRM and marketing automation software company's SEO efforts. They update SEO tags and apply strategies for SEM in order to increase the client's ranking and ROI.

Search Engine People delivers efficient SEO initiatives. They are quick and responsive, leading to an ongoing engagement.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are the most complete and easy-to-use real estate CRM software in the industry.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Search Engine People, and what were your goals?

Develop a good program to increase our SEO and rankings on google

SOLUTION

How did you select Search Engine People and what were the deciding factors?

Search Engine People had awesome reviews and we got good recommendations from others.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and campaigns.

Increase ROI, rank on Google by updating our SEO tags and then applying a strategy for SEM.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Great results and good fast turnaround

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

Our contact and project manager would inform on us on how to do things. Very knowledgeable.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They have impressive knowledge and have been extremely helpful.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Keep learning more on Google's fast changing algorithms

RATINGS

5.0

Search Engine Optimization
$10,000 to $49,999
Jan. 2015 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 4.5

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"I highly recommend them for your SEO needs."

Dec 7, 2020

Owner, Law Office

Anonymous

Legal
Mississauga, Ontario
1-10 Employees
Online Review
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Search Engine People develops SEO strategies for a law office. The team is responsible for keyword search and website optimization.

With the team's efforts, the client's site experienced increased organic rankings. Their professionalism, timeliness, and responsiveness are hallmarks of their work.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Owner at a Law Office

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Search Engine People, and what were your goals?

SEO

SOLUTION

How did you select Search Engine People and what were the deciding factors?

SEO people is an excellent and professional company. They are quick to respond and to develop a plan that is specific to your business. I highly recommend them for your SEO needs.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and campaigns.

Keywords, website optimization, mobile site optimization.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

0-3

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Increased organic rankings.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.

Professional. Quick to respond. Meets timelines.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Same as above.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Same as above.

RATINGS

5.0

Search Engine Optimization Web Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Oct. 2020 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"They had worked with some of the best in my industry before, and this made a big difference for me."

Dec 4, 2020

VP, Harris & Partners Inc.

Joshua Harris

Financial services
Canada
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified

Search Engine People has completed a full rebrand for a financial services law firm. After creating a new site that would stand out in a competitive market, they've taken over Google Ads and SEO needs.

All projects have been successful so far, and Search Engine People went above and beyond the firm's expectations. Strong communication, accessibility, and industry knowledge all played in their favor.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am CTO and partner at the firm. We work to reduce financial burdens for Canadians.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Search Engine People?

Beating out the competition in a very crowded marketplace. We needed a new site, SEO, PPC, the whole 9 yards.

What were your goals for this project?

Gain market share.

SOLUTION

How did you select Search Engine People?

I researched multiple firms. Did a number of interviews with each firm via phone and in person and read about the clients that they had worked with in the past.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

I oversaw the project internally. Externally they went through a full rebrand, full Google ads takeover. From there we have consistently kept up with the latest and greatest.

What was the team composition?

We had a team of about 10 of them working with us. Developers, PM, VP etc. The team has been dynamic to our needs.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Projects have been successful. I am a picky client and I think they go above and beyond.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Extremely strong communication.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Accessibility and industry knowledge. They had worked with some of the best in my industry before, and this made a big difference for me.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Nothing of note right now.

RATINGS

5.0

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Business Entity

Business Entity Name	Search Engine People Inc.
Jurisdiction of Formation	Canada
Date of Formation	May 29, 2003
Status	Active
Last Updated	October 15, 2021
ID	002027406

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Last Updated	January 1, 2022

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Strong Customer Focus and Personalized Service

Successful Track Record in Diverse Industries

Effective Use of Data and Analytics

High Client Satisfaction and Long-Term Partnerships

Responsive and Professional Communication

Room for Improvement in Proactive Strategy

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