The short answer
Most Canadian small and mid-sized businesses pay $1,000 to $6,000 a month for ongoing SEO from an agency. Local SEO for a single location sits at the lower end; national, e-commerce and multi-location SEO at the higher end. One-time SEO audits typically cost $1,000 to $6,000.
Offers far below that range, such as "first page guaranteed for $299 a month", usually rely on automated reports, low-quality links or work that never happens. Larger agencies serving national brands often charge well above it.
Typical SEO prices in Canada
| Service | Typical price (CAD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Local SEO, one location | $1,000–$2,500 / month | Depends on city and category competition |
| Google Business Profile management | $400–$1,000 / month | Often bundled with local SEO |
| National or competitive SEO | $2,500–$7,500 / month | Content and link building drive the cost |
| E-commerce SEO | $3,000–$8,000 / month | Catalogue size and platform matter |
| Multi-location SEO | $3,000–$10,000+ / month | Base fee plus per-location pricing |
| French or bilingual SEO | Add 30–60% | Separate research and native content |
| SEO audit | $1,000–$6,000 one-time | Site size and depth of review |
| SEO content | $200–$800 per page | Length, research and expertise required |
Indicative 2026 ranges for Canadian SEO agencies and consultants working with small and mid-sized businesses.
What drives the price
Competition
Ranking a personal injury lawyer in Toronto takes far more work than a landscaper in Brandon.
Number of locations and languages
Each location and each language adds research, content and management.
State of your website
Sites with serious technical problems need fixing before anything else works.
Content and links needed
The biggest variable cost in most SEO plans.
Red flags in an SEO quote
- Guaranteed rankingsNo one controls Google. Guarantees signal risky tactics or fine print.
- Long lock-in contractsTwelve-month contracts with no exit protect the agency, not you.
- Secret methodsYou should know exactly what work is being done each month.
- Hundreds of links for a low priceCheap bulk links come from sites that can harm your rankings.
- They own your accountsYour website, profile and analytics should always be in your name.
- Reports without leadsIf reports never mention calls or inquiries, ask why.
Common questions
Is it cheaper to do SEO myself?
For a small local business, you can do a lot yourself: claim and complete your Google Business Profile, ask for reviews and write clear service pages. An agency becomes worthwhile when competition is high or your time is better spent elsewhere.
What do you charge?
See our pricing page for plans in Canadian dollars.
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