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How we vet every listicle
Every agency featured on Web Tonic passes our 84-point editorial review before a single listicle goes live. This is how we vet each pick:
Verified client outcomes: We require real case studies with measurable KPIs — revenue, ROAS, CPA, retention — tied to the exact category being ranked. No cherry-picked wins, no unverifiable numbers.
Independent reputation: We cross-check Clutch, Google, G2, and Trustpilot ratings, and screen for review-bombing or suspicious patterns. Only operators with a consistent, verifiable track record make the cut.
Beyond that, every listing goes through a quarterly re-audit. We check 84 criteria across 6 pillars to make sure it still holds up — here are some of the checks we run:
An email marketing agency owns the asset you keep when the ad accounts go quiet: the list. The work is capture and list growth, segmentation, the flows behind a signup, a purchase or an abandoned basket, the campaign calendar on top of them, deliverability, and reporting that ties sends to revenue.
Sixteen Winnipeg agencies passed our evidence check on published claims alone. Fifteen publish a Winnipeg address and one, Hello Digital Marketing, answers from Oak Bluff just outside the city. Six name clients, and the pattern is unmistakably B2B: construction firms, associations, a physiotherapy clinic and a national magazine. None of them publishes a rate we could verify on its own site.
What kind of email work do Winnipeg agencies actually do?
Mostly B2B, trades and association work rather than ecommerce. Six of the sixteen external agencies here name clients, from Canadian Geographic at Vincent Design to construction firms at Journeyman Marketing, and fifteen publish a Winnipeg address.
1. Web Tonic
About: Web Tonic runs email inside one growth programme, so the flows, the segments and the campaign calendar are built against the same targets as the paid social and the organic work, and the revenue is reconciled in one reporting layer. Winnipeg briefs lean B2B, trades and association work rather than ecommerce, so we build the flows around a quote, a renewal or a membership rather than around an abandoned basket. A company that only needs a template rebuild or a one-off deliverability fix will be well served by several of the specialists below.
Key Services: Growth Marketing, Paid Social, PPC, Meta Ads, SEO, Google Ads, Snapchat Ads, Amazon Ads, Reddit Ads, TikTok Ads, TikTok Shop, GEO-AEO, Webflow Design, Shopify Design, WordPress Design, UGC, Social Media Management, Pay Per Click Management, Marketing Analytics, Analytics Implementation & CDPs, Performance Branding, Performance 360° Audit, Programmatic Ads, OOH Ads, HR Marketing
Industries Served: eCommerce, SaaS, B2B, Construction Professionals, Home Services, SMEs, Health Spa & Wellness, Retail, Legal & Judicial Services, Food & Beverages, Pets, Fitness, Family & Children, Finance & Insurance, Travel, Non-Profits & Organizations, Furniture & Decoration
Notable Clients: WorldRemit, Jack & Jones, Ardene, L’Oréal, Sendwave, Nestlé, Airbnb. Serve Fortune 500 companies and smaller fast-paced startups.
Locations: HQ in San Francisco with notable offices in New York, Chicago, Miami, Toronto, Montreal, Dubai, Singapore, Sydney and more. Offices on five continents.
Pricing: Starting at USD $3,000 per month. Flexible and scalable plans at any time according to your enterprise needs. Book a call to learn more.
Great For: Mid-market to enterprise-level businesses requiring ongoing, on-tap growth and performance marketing services.
Website: Web Tonic
2. UpHouse
About: UpHouse is an award-winning international marketing, public relations, and talent agency headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba. They offer a diverse mix of digital marketing services, including email marketing, brand strategy, content creation, and public relations, designed to support modern in-house marketing teams.
Key Services: Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Microsite and Landing Page Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Audits, Public Relations, Strategy Development, Brand Building, Campaign Creation, Production, Influencer Marketing
Industries Served: Nonprofits, Associations, Energy Efficiency, Family-Owned Businesses
Notable Clients:
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Nonprofits advertisers, Associations advertisers, Energy Efficiency advertisers
Website: UpHouse
3. Starling Social Inc.
About: Starling Social is an award-winning digital marketing agency based in Winnipeg that helps businesses and nonprofits grow through social media management, content marketing, paid advertising, and website design. Their team brings decades of combined experience in digital marketing and online publishing to deliver process-driven, strategic solutions.
Key Services: Digital Marketing, Social Media Management, Paid Social, Google Ads, Website Design, Content Marketing, Public Relations
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients:
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying digital marketing, Advertisers buying social media management, Advertisers buying paid social
Website: Starling Social Inc.
4. Freedom SEO
About: Freedom SEO is a local digital marketing agency based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, focusing on search engine optimization, Google Business Profile management, and website design. Their service model emphasizes helping Canadian small businesses improve search visibility and generate qualified leads.
Key Services: Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Google Business Profile Optimization & Management, Website Design & Development, Landing Page Builds, Social Media Management
Industries Served: Local Services, Small Business
Notable Clients:
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Local Services advertisers, Small Business advertisers
Website: Freedom SEO
5. WSI Digital Marketing Winnipeg
About: WSI Digital Marketing Winnipeg is part of a global network of digital marketing agencies providing tailored digital strategies. Their services include email marketing, SEO, web design, and marketing automation to help businesses nurture audiences and generate leads.
Key Services: Email Marketing, Web Design and Development, SEO, Paid Search Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Automation, Lead Generation
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients:
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying email marketing, Advertisers buying web design and development, Advertisers buying seo
Website: WSI Digital Marketing Winnipeg
6. MAD Social Agency
About: MAD Social Agency is a digital marketing and creative agency headquartered in Winnipeg that specializes in social media management, content production, and paid advertising campaigns. They run systems-obsessed operations focusing on short-form and long-form video, strategy, and performance metrics.
Key Services: Social Media Management, Paid Ads, MAD Studio (Long-Form Video)
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients: Pizza Pizza
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying social media management, Advertisers buying paid ads, Advertisers buying mad studio (long-form video)
Website: MAD Social Agency
7. First Rank SEO
About: First Rank SEO is a digital marketing and SEO agency headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Their website states that they help businesses generate leads from their websites by combining search engine optimization with services like conversion optimization, email marketing, and retargeting.
Key Services: Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Local SEO, Ecommerce SEO, Google Ads Management, Web Design, Conversion Optimization, Email Marketing, Online Reputation Management
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients:
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying search engine optimization (seo), Advertisers buying local seo, Advertisers buying ecommerce seo
Website: First Rank SEO
8. 6P Marketing
About: 6P Marketing is a full-service marketing agency based in Winnipeg that collaborates with entrepreneurs and brand leaders to build scalable, strategic marketing solutions. Their professional expertise spans integrated services including email marketing, web design, search optimization, and marketing consulting.
Key Services: Email Marketing, Marketing Plan Development and Consulting, Advertising Program Design and Deployment, Graphic Design, Website Design Services, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), SEM (Search Engine Marketing), CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients: Canadian Canola Growers Association, Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada (AMC)
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying email marketing, Advertisers buying marketing plan development and consulting, Advertisers buying advertising program design and deployment
Website: 6P Marketing
9. Sphere Media Agency
About: Sphere Media Agency is a digital marketing and web design firm based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Their services include designing, integrating, and automating email campaigns and drip campaigns, with a stated favorite tool being ActiveCampaign. They emphasize turning websites into functional hubs that collect qualified leads for targeted marketing.
Key Services: Web Design, E-commerce Websites, SEO, Google Adwords, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Logo Design, YouTube Marketing, Email Automation, Video Production, Graphic Animation
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients: Kenaston Common Physiotherapy
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying web design, Advertisers buying e-commerce websites, Advertisers buying seo
Website: Sphere Media Agency
10. Unite Interactive
About: Unite Interactive is a web design and digital marketing agency based in Winnipeg and Vancouver. They provide comprehensive services including targeted email campaigns, newsletter marketing, and marketing automation to help clients engage leads and drive conversions.
Key Services: Web Design, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Newsletter Marketing, Content Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Video Marketing, Marketing Automation, SEO
Industries Served: Consulting, Financial Services, Government, Mining, Manufacturing, Construction, Health, Education, Social Services
Notable Clients:
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Consulting advertisers, Financial Services advertisers, Government advertisers
Website: Unite Interactive
11. MidasClick Digital Marketing Agency Winnipeg
About: MidasClick is a digital marketing agency located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, providing custom-tailored marketing solutions and web development. Their service offerings focus on lead generation, search engine optimization, pay-per-click advertising, and growth marketing strategies.
Key Services: Digital Marketing, Lead Generation, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, Web Design, Local SEO, Growth Marketing
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients:
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying digital marketing, Advertisers buying lead generation, Advertisers buying google ads
Website: MidasClick Digital Marketing Agency Winnipeg
12. QVM Digital Marketing Inc.
About: QVM Digital Marketing is a fractional digital marketing partner based in Winnipeg that builds tailored strategies to boost visibility, leads, and sales. They offer services including search engine optimization, web design, content packages, paid ads, and social media management.
Key Services: SEO, Website Development, Social Media, Content Creation, Paid Ads, Branding
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients:
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying seo, Advertisers buying website development, Advertisers buying social media
Website: QVM Digital Marketing Inc.
13. Hello Digital Marketing
About: Hello Digital Marketing is a Winnipeg-area web design and development agency offering managed WordPress services and digital marketing automation. They partner with SMBs and enterprises to build online identities and implement lead generation solutions.
Key Services: Web Design & Development, Managed WordPress Web Services, Digital Marketing Automation, Conversational Marketing, SEO
Industries Served: Transportation, Manufacturing, Agriculture/Agribusiness, Education, Food and Beverage
Notable Clients:
Locations: Oak Bluff
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Transportation advertisers, Manufacturing advertisers, Agriculture/Agribusiness advertisers
Website: Hello Digital Marketing
14. The Show and Tell Agency
About: The Show and Tell Agency is an award-winning advertising and marketing agency formed from the merger of McKim Communications Group and Sherpa Marketing. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, they provide a broad range of data-driven digital marketing, creative, and strategic solutions.
Key Services: Strategy, Branding, Creative Advertising, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Software Development, Public Relations
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients:
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying strategy, Advertisers buying branding, Advertisers buying creative advertising
Website: The Show and Tell Agency
15. Journeyman Marketing
About: Journeyman Marketing is a digital marketing agency headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, specializing exclusively in marketing solutions built for the construction and trades industry. Their core services focus on social media marketing, video production, and website development tailored for contractors and trade-driven companies.
Key Services: Social Media Marketing, Video Commissioning, Large Scale Video Production, Website Development
Industries Served: Construction, Trades, Contractors
Notable Clients: MD Steele Construction Ltd., Able Crane Services Ltd., Merit Manitoba, Bockstael Construction Ltd., Platinum Power Solutions Ltd.
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Construction advertisers, Trades advertisers, Contractors advertisers
Website: Journeyman Marketing
16. Sabourin Web & Media
About: Sabourin Web & Media is a digital marketing and web design agency based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. They specialize in custom website development, social media management, SEO, and brand strategy for small businesses.
Key Services: Web Design, Digital Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Branding, SEO, Advertising
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients: Mr Carpet Cleaning
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying web design, Advertisers buying digital marketing strategy, Advertisers buying social media marketing
Website: Sabourin Web & Media
17. Vincent Design Inc.
About: Vincent Design is a creative marketing and design agency located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, providing custom website design, branding, and digital strategy solutions. Their service offerings include integrating third-party tools such as email marketing platforms alongside e-commerce and digital campaign execution.
Key Services: Email Marketing integration, Web Design, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, SEO, Branding
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients: Canadian Geographic, NCTR
Locations: Winnipeg
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Advertisers buying email marketing integration, Advertisers buying web design, Advertisers buying digital marketing
Website: Vincent Design Inc.
Quick Comparison Table
| Agency | Key Specialty | Starting Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Web Tonic | Full-Service Performance Marketing | USD $3,000/mo | Mid-market to Enterprise |
| 2. UpHouse | Email Marketing | Quote-based | Nonprofits advertisers |
| 3. Starling Social Inc. | Digital Marketing | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 4. Freedom SEO | Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Quote-based | Local Services advertisers |
| 5. WSI Digital Marketing Winnipeg | Email Marketing | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 6. MAD Social Agency | Social Media Management | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 7. First Rank SEO | Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 8. 6P Marketing | Email Marketing | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 9. Sphere Media Agency | Web Design | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 10. Unite Interactive | Web Design | Quote-based | Consulting advertisers |
| 11. MidasClick Digital Marketing Agency Winnipeg | Digital Marketing | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 12. QVM Digital Marketing Inc. | SEO | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 13. Hello Digital Marketing | Web Design & Development | Quote-based | Transportation advertisers |
| 14. The Show and Tell Agency | Strategy | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 15. Journeyman Marketing | Social Media Marketing | Quote-based | Construction advertisers |
| 16. Sabourin Web & Media | Web Design | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
| 17. Vincent Design Inc. | Email Marketing integration | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized advertisers |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Winnipeg agencies name their clients?
Six of the sixteen. Journeyman Marketing credits MD Steele Construction, Able Crane Services, Merit Manitoba, Bockstael Construction and Platinum Power Solutions, Vincent Design credits Canadian Geographic and the NCTR, 6P Marketing credits the Canadian Canola Growers Association and the Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada, MAD Social Agency credits Pizza Pizza, Sphere Media credits Kenaston Common Physiotherapy, and Sabourin Web & Media credits Mr Carpet Cleaning.
Our sales cycle is months long. What should the flows do?
Keep someone warm without pestering them. A long B2B or trades cycle needs a nurture sequence tied to the stage a contact is at, a quote follow-up that does not stop after one send, and a re-engagement path for the enquiry that went quiet in the spring. Ask each firm which CRM it works in daily and how a stage change in that CRM triggers or stops an email.
Is an association or membership list different?
Yes, and several firms here work on exactly that. Membership programmes run on renewals, events and lapsed-member reactivation rather than on promotions, and the list usually lives in a member database rather than an email platform. Ask how the two systems stay in sync, who owns the record when they disagree, and how a member who has already renewed is suppressed from the reminder.
What does email marketing cost in Winnipeg?
Litmus puts the return on email at roughly $36 for every $1 spent, which is why it survives every budget cut and why almost nobody audits it. None of the sixteen publishes a rate we could verify on its own site. Ask each shortlisted agency to price an audit, the build and the ongoing calendar as three separate lines against one identical brief, and ask what the audit alone costs. That is the fairest way to compare a design studio and a full-service agency describing the same work.
How do we know it is working if nobody buys online?
Decide the countable action before the first send. Mailchimp's own benchmarks put the average campaign at a 35.63% open rate and a 2.62% click rate, so a proposal built on opens alone is measuring the easiest number to move. For a trades or B2B business that is usually a quote request, a booked call or a renewal rather than a purchase, and it has to be recorded somewhere both you and the agency can see. Ask how phone enquiries reach the report, and how a lead that arrived by email but closed months later is credited.
Choosing an Email Marketing Agency in Winnipeg
This is a B2B and trades bench. The named clients are construction firms, associations and clinics rather than online stores, so ask for evidence in the shape of your own sales cycle rather than settling for a screenshot of somebody else’s revenue dashboard.
Six of sixteen name clients. Canadian Geographic at Vincent Design and Merit Manitoba at Journeyman Marketing are checkable references you can approach directly.
Fifteen publish a Winnipeg address. Only Hello Digital Marketing answers from Oak Bluff, just outside the city, which we have said here rather than quietly listing it as local.
Nobody publishes a verifiable rate. Price the audit, the build and the calendar separately against one brief, and agree the countable action before anything is scheduled. If you would rather have the list, the paid social and the growth programme reporting to one number, read our latest analysis or see how we work in Winnipeg.
