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Creative and Advertising agencies in Canada

27 published agencies currently meet the research standard for this page. Each entry below states what it is best suited for and what evidence supports that.

Last researched: not yet publishedReviewed by: Agency Review Guide editorial teamIndexable

The short answer

Campaign concepts, art direction and copy produced for advertising across paid and owned channels.

The agencies below have enough source-backed evidence to be compared meaningfully. Use the comparison table for a scan, then read the profiles for the evidence behind each claim.

Agencies

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Quick comparison of agencies on this page
AgencyBest suited forMin. projectTeam sizeEvidence
Affinity Production GroupMid-to-large organizations in Ottawa and Canada — including government agencies, crown corporations, NGOs, and enterprises in IT, banking and media — needing full-service video, audio, broadcast or live-event production with extensive in-house camera and post-production equipment.——agency provided
Amplify Digital Marketing CorporationSuitable for organisations seeking radio and Spotify advertising, websites and brand video for web, social media and television.——agency provided
Are You Social CorpBusinesses and public sector organizations with internal marketing teams——limited
ArraySmall businesses through large organizations seeking branding, web design, and marketing support.——limited
AS AdvertisingRetail and CPG (consumer packaged goods) companies in Southern Ontario/Canada needing marketing solutions such as packaging design, branding and advertising, per the site's own tagline 'Marketing Solutions for Retail and CPG Companies Since 1976' and framing as a 'Flex Marketing' partner for consumer products.——agency provided
Creative GuildNot yet documented——agency provided
Evolve Agency GroupNot yet documented——limited
Hemstock FilmsNot yet documented——agency provided
IDEA communicationsNot yet documented——limited
Idea FactoryNot yet documented——limited
KIERSNot yet documented——limited
M&K MediaNot yet documented——agency provided
Mediaduo Inc.Not yet documented——limited
Narwhal CreativeNot yet documented——limited
PLAY AdvertisingGrowing businesses and established organizations——limited
ResultsNot yet documented——limited
ShortstopNot yet documented——agency provided
StandishNot yet documented——limited
Stryker Media GroupNot yet documented——agency provided
Target Marketing and CommunicationsNot yet documented——limited
The Branding FirmNot yet documented——agency provided
The Creative Co-OptNot yet documented——limited
The Ginger AgencyNot yet documented——limited
Trampoline BrandingNot yet documented——agency provided
Twin Creek MediaNot yet documented——agency provided
Unalike MarketingNot yet documented——agency provided
Upstream MarketingNot yet documented——limited
  • ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    Ottawa video production company offering advertising, promotional, corporate video and short film production, assembling writers, directors and videographers per project.

    • Creative and Advertising
    • Video Production
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified September 21, 2026.

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  • ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    A Regina marketing team delivering branding, video, web and advertising campaigns.

    • Social Media
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Creative and Advertising
    • Video Production
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified September 28, 2026.

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  • Are You Social Corp

    Red Deer, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Are You Social is a digital marketing and advertising agency based in Central Alberta, offering paid advertising, social strategy and content production. The site says it works best alongside internal marketing teams.

    • Social Media
    • Paid Media
    • Content Marketing
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • Array

    Nanaimo, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Nanaimo-based agency offering brand development, website design, seo, social media, advertising and graphic design.

    • Social Media
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • AS Advertising

    Waterdown, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    A full-service advertising agency in Waterdown, Ontario specializing in retail marketing, CPG marketing, packaging design and brand strategy.

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified September 17, 2026.

  • Creative Guild

    Hamilton, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    Creative Guild is a full-service creative agency based in Hamilton combining creativity, technology and in-house development.

    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile.

  • Evolve Agency Group

    Markham, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Independent integrated marketing and advertising agency offering strategy, creative, media, production, and web development.

    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • Hemstock Films

    Calgary, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    Calgary production company with nearly two decades of experience producing broadcast-ready television commercials, digital ads and branded content for Alberta brands and agencies.

    • Television and Broadcast
    • Creative and Advertising
    • Video Production
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified September 21, 2026.

  • IDEA communications

    Sherbrooke, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Sherbrooke-based agency offering advertising, marketing, branding, web communications and video production.

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Creative and Advertising
    • Video Production
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • Idea Factory

    St. John's, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Marketing and advertising agency providing strategy, brand creative, digital experiences, performance marketing, and content development.

    • Paid Media
    • Web Development
    • Creative and Advertising
    • Brand Strategy
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • KIERS

    Fredericton, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Marketing and design company offering advertising, branding, graphic design, signage, printing, and social media marketing.

    • Social Media
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • M&K Media

    Toronto, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    A Toronto media planning and buying agency.

    • Social Media
    • Media Planning and Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 13, 2026.

  • Mediaduo Inc.

    Windsor, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Windsor-based agency offering corporate branding, advertising, website development, billboard advertising and social media management.

    • Social Media
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • Narwhal Creative

    Windsor, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Windsor-based creative and advertising agency offering branding, digital strategy, marketing plans, web design, social media management and ad buying.

    • Social Media
    • Web Design
    • Media Planning and Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • PLAY Advertising

    Burlington, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Agency combining strategy, creative design, content, advertising, digital marketing, and web development.

    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • Results

    Charlottetown, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Marketing, advertising, and communications agency located on Grafton Street in Charlottetown.

    • Public Relations
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • Shortstop

    Halifax, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    A creative agency in Halifax and Toronto offering advertising campaigns, branding, ecommerce and inbound marketing.

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Creative and Advertising
    • Ecommerce Marketing
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified September 21, 2026.

  • Standish

    Sherbrooke, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Standish describes itself as a strategic and creative marketing agency rooted in Sherbrooke. Its expertise includes brand and digital strategy, web experiences, graphic design, campaigns and content production.

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Creative and Advertising
    • Brand Strategy
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • Stryker Media Group

    Toronto, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    An independent full-service advertising agency in the Toronto area handling media planning and buying across TV, radio, out-of-home, print and digital.

    • Media Planning and Buying
    • Television and Broadcast
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified September 16, 2026.

  • ListedLimited public evidence

    Advertising and branding agency producing campaigns for clients including Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism and regional organizations.

    • Branding
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

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  • The Branding Firm

    London, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    The Branding Firm is a boutique marketing agency in London, Ontario focused on building, protecting and managing brand equity through integrated campaigns.

    • Branding
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile.

  • The Creative Co-Opt

    Barrie, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Full-service agency providing creative, digital, and traditional advertising solutions.

    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • The Ginger Agency

    Fredericton, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Creative communications agency offering brand strategy, digital marketing, social media, and campaign execution; its website lists a Fredericton office.

    • Social Media
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative and Advertising
    • Brand Strategy
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

  • Trampoline Branding

    Halifax, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    A Halifax branding and advertising agency offering identity systems, visual storytelling, brand voice, campaigns and media planning.

    • Media Planning and Buying
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified September 21, 2026.

  • Twin Creek Media

    Kelowna, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    Kelowna growth partner and marketing agency offering strategy, design and advertising for Okanagan companies.

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified September 22, 2026.

  • Unalike Marketing

    Saskatoon, Canada

    ListedPrimarily agency-provided

    Unalike Marketing is a Saskatoon marketing agency delivering data-driven digital marketing and full-service creative campaigns for local businesses.

    • PPC and Search Advertising
    • Creative and Advertising
    • SEO
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile.

  • Upstream Marketing

    St. John's, Canada

    ListedLimited public evidence

    Full-service marketing agency based in St. John’s, serving clients across Canada and the United States.

    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative and Advertising
    Min. project
    Not recorded
    Hourly rate
    Not recorded
    Team size
    Not recorded
    Verified reviews
    No verified reviews yet

    Compiled from public information. The agency has not claimed this profile. Last verified October 21, 2026.

How these agencies were evaluated

  • 25Demonstrated results and case-study evidenceDocumented outcomes with a verifiable source. Claims without an attached source receive no points.
  • 20Verified review quality, quantity and recencyOnly reviews that pass identity verification and are published on this site count toward this component.
  • 15Depth of specialty expertiseEvidence of sustained, senior-level work in the specialty rather than a services page listing it.
  • 15Portfolio relevance and qualityRelevance of published work to the buyer segment the page addresses.
  • 10Client and industry fitConsistency of client size, sector and engagement model with the stated best-fit buyer.
  • 10Team expertise and leadershipNamed practitioners, tenure and the seniority actually attached to client work.
  • 5Transparency and information freshnessPublic pricing signals, verifiable facts and how recently information was confirmed.

Read the full methodology, including evidence-confidence levels and methodology versioning.

Typical pricing

We publish pricing ranges only where an agency has disclosed them or a source documents them. Where a minimum project size or hourly range is missing on this page, it means we have not confirmed it — not that the agency is inexpensive or expensive.

How to choose an agency in this market

Start from the decision you are actually making: the stage of your business, the outcome you need in the next twelve months, and the internal team that will own the work afterwards. Specialty depth matters more than agency size for most buyers.

Ask every shortlisted agency for two references in your sector, the names of the people who will do the work, and one example where the engagement did not go to plan. Compare the answers against the evidence recorded on their profile here.

Market-specific considerations

Contracting norms, currency, tax treatment and time-zone overlap all change the real cost of an engagement. Where a market-specific factor is documented for an agency, it appears on that agency's profile with a source attached.

Frequently asked questions

Why are some pages empty?
Because we do not fabricate directory content. A page is populated only when agencies have completed research with attached sources.
Does verification mean an agency is recommended?
No. Verification describes what we confirmed — identity, claim ownership or reviewer identity. It is separate from editorial score and evidence confidence.
Can an agency pay to appear here?
No. Sponsorships are labelled and separated from editorial results, and cannot change a score, a ranking or a review.

Sources and methodology

Every factual claim on an agency profile carries a source URL, a source type, a verification status and a last-verified date. Sources for the agencies above are listed on each profile.