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How we vet every listicle
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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.
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A Pinterest Ads agency plans and buys on Pinterest: keyword and interest targeting against what people are actively planning, standard and idea pin formats, shopping and catalogue feeds, collections and video ads, audience building from site and customer data, and the tag and conversion setup that ties a saved pin to an eventual order.
We checked these 14 firms on evidenced Pinterest or paid social work, clients named on their own sites, published rates and a verified address. Ten publish a Toronto address. Four do not: AP Digital works from Richmond Hill, Search Engine People from Pickering, Jives Media from San Francisco and Social Media 55 from Santa Monica.
Which Toronto agency should run your Pinterest Ads?
Shortlist on named experience. Ten of these fourteen firms publish a Toronto address, nine mention Pinterest on their own site, three name a client we could verify on that site, and not one publishes a management fee.
1. Web Tonic
About: Web Tonic treats Pinterest as a planning surface rather than a feed, so a Toronto retail, home or wellness brand gets keyword and shopping structure first and pretty pins second. The same team produces the creative in the formats the platform rewards, connects the catalogue to the store, and reads results against the paid social accounts running alongside it. A brand that only wants a seasonal pin campaign scheduled will be well served by several of the Toronto agencies 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. Jives Media
About: Jives Media is a digital marketing and performance agency offering paid media, social advertising, and SEO solutions. Their service capabilities include Pinterest and display social advertising campaigns featuring visual search alignment and low-CPC remarketing. Headquartered in California, the agency partners with clients locally and nationwide.
Key Services: Pinterest & Display Social Advertising, SEO, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, Web Design, Email Marketing, Branding
Industries Served: Technology, Healthcare, Finance, Legal, Retail, Hospitality, E-commerce, Construction
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: San Francisco, California
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Local technology, healthcare, finance businesses buying one retainer, Owners who want the work run from San Francisco, California
Website: Jives Media
3. AP Digital Agency
About: AP Digital Agency is a Toronto-area marketing and software agency that builds ad campaigns, funnels, and software engineered for profit. Their official web presence highlights digital platforms and software solutions, though specific mention of Pinterest Ads work is absent.
Key Services: AI marketing, ad campaigns, funnels, software development
Industries Served:
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Richmond Hill
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Owners who want the work run from Richmond Hill
Website: AP Digital Agency
4. Peersway Marketing Ltd
About: Peersway is a Toronto-based influencer marketing agency and word-of-mouth platform specializing in fully managed and self-serve social media campaigns connecting brands with nano-influencers. Their platform and services handle campaign management, influencer matchmaking, content creation, and performance reporting across North America.
Key Services: Influencer Marketing, Nano-Influencer Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Performance Tracking
Industries Served: Lifestyle, Fashion, Nonprofits, Health and Wellness, Parenting, Beauty and Personal Care, Technology, Food and Beverage, Events
Notable Clients: Named on their own site: Shoppers Drug Mart
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Local lifestyle, fashion, nonprofits businesses buying one retainer, Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: Peersway Marketing Ltd
5. The Influence Agency
About: The Influence Agency is a full-service digital and social media marketing agency headquartered in Toronto that explicitly offers specialized Pinterest advertising and organic management services. Their Pinterest marketing solutions cover full-funnel strategies, including in-feed additive advertising, automated targeting, and ecommerce catalog integration.
Key Services: Pinterest Advertising, Pinterest Management, Social Media Marketing, PPC, SEO, Content Marketing, Video Marketing, Web Design
Industries Served:
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: The Influence Agency
6. The Mint Agency
About: The Mint Agency is an independent creative and full-service marketing agency based in Toronto that closes the culture gap between brands and their audiences. Their capabilities include media planning, digital ad buying, and social media management, with a portfolio featuring major platform projects like Pinterest Presents and Pinvision.
Key Services: Media Planning, Media & Digital Ad Buying, Ads Management & Trafficking, Reporting & Optimization, Creative, Experiential, Strategy, Social & Digital, Production
Industries Served: Technology, Retail, Entertainment, Hospitality, Automotive, Finance
Notable Clients: Named on their own site: Nike, Google, Klarna, Wealthsimple, Holt Renfrew, Toronto Public Library
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Local technology, retail, entertainment businesses buying one retainer, Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: The Mint Agency
7. Search Engine People
About: Search Engine People is a digital marketing agency offering services such as SEO, SEM, PPC, and social media marketing. They maintain a production hub in Toronto alongside their employee headquarters in Pickering, Ontario.
Key Services: Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM / PPC), Social Media Marketing, Web Design & Creative, Content Marketing, Data & Analytics, Link Building
Industries Served:
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Pickering
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Owners who want the work run from Pickering
Website: Search Engine People
8. Creative Scope
About: Creative Scope is a full-service creative and digital marketing studio based in Toronto that offers web design, brand strategy, and paid media management. Their marketing team handles performance campaigns across channels like Meta, Google, TikTok, and YouTube.
Key Services: Web Design, Web Development, Paid Advertising, SEO, Content Creation, Social Media Management, Brand Strategy
Industries Served:
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: Creative Scope
9. Whissel Strategies
About: Whissel Strategies is a Toronto-based marketing agency helping small businesses achieve growth through data-driven insights, innovative branding, and tailored strategies. They handle complete client acquisition systems, combining website development, advertising campaigns, SEO initiatives, and automation.
Key Services: Digital Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, SEO, Branding
Industries Served:
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: Whissel Strategies
10. Cloud3 Digital
About: Cloud3 Digital is a Toronto-based digital marketing agency and tech company that builds custom systems, automations, and growth infrastructure for service businesses. They specialize in connecting web development, CRM solutions, local SEO, and paid acquisition channels into unified operating pipelines.
Key Services: Custom Web App Development, Lead Automation, Business Automations, AI Chatbot Automations, Lead Generation, CRM Solutions, SEO Optimization, Web Design, Local SEO, Paid Traffic (Google Ads, Meta Ads)
Industries Served: Property Management, Home Services & Contractors, Healthcare & Wellness, Real Estate, Automotive
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Local property management, home services & contractors, healthcare & wellness businesses buying one retainer, Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: Cloud3 Digital
11. Toronto Marketing Agency
About: Toronto Marketing Agency offers end-to-end digital marketing solutions including SEO, branding, and paid advertising. They work with startups, local businesses, and established companies to create data-driven campaigns.
Key Services: Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Digital Marketing, Lead Generation
Industries Served:
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: Toronto Marketing Agency
12. Social Media 55
About: Social Media 55 is a full-service digital marketing and social media management agency offering dedicated campaign strategies, content curation, and paid advertising solutions. Their official platform notes that Pinterest is utilized as a channel where they can create and manage targeted campaigns and pinning boards for clients.
Key Services: Social Media Marketing, Pinterest Ads Management, Pay Per Click (PPC), SEO, Web Design & Development, Content Marketing
Industries Served:
Notable Clients: Named on their own site: Elevate Clinic, Lingualift, Top Maui Hotels, Just Toys International
Locations: Santa Monica
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Owners who want the work run from Santa Monica
Website: Social Media 55
13. New Digital
About: New Digital is a digital marketing agency headquartered in Toronto that specializes in paid search and social ad campaigns including Google Ads and Meta Ads. They focus on delivering data-driven PPC management, demand generation, and SEO strategies for businesses across North America.
Key Services: Google Ads, Meta Ads Management, PPC Management, SEO, Local SEO, Website Conversion Optimization, Copywriting Services
Industries Served: Legal, SaaS, Automotive, E-commerce
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Local legal, saas, automotive businesses buying one retainer, Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: New Digital
14. Artifakt Digital
About: Artifakt Digital is a real estate marketing agency headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, that specializes in custom website design, branding, SEO, and targeted digital strategy for real estate agents, teams, and boutique brokerages. Their service offerings focus on tailored web development, inbound marketing, content strategy, and lead generation frameworks designed for the real estate industry.
Key Services: Custom Real Estate Agent and Team Websites, Custom Brokerage Websites, Branding and Identity, SEO, AEO, and AI Visibility Strategy Services, Content Strategy and Copywriting Services, Listing Presentations, Seller's Guides, Buyer's Books, Social Media Stylization and Overlays, Advertising and Targeting Strategy, Print & Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy Consulting Services
Industries Served: Real Estate
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Local real estate businesses buying one retainer, Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: Artifakt Digital
15. Jeff Social Marketing
About: Jeff Social Marketing is a Toronto-based digital marketing agency specializing in web design, SEO, online advertising, public relations, and social media marketing. They focus on delivering customized, results-driven strategies to help businesses build their online presence and connect with audiences.
Key Services: Website Design, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Marketing, Pay Per Click (PPC) Google Ads, Reputation Management, Press Release Distribution
Industries Served:
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Toronto
Pricing: No public rate card; quoted per scope
Great For: Owners who want the work run from Toronto
Website: Jeff Social Marketing
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. Jives Media | Pinterest & Display Social Advertising, SEO | Quote-based | Technology |
| 3. AP Digital Agency | AI marketing, ad campaigns | Quote-based | Local businesses |
| 4. Peersway Marketing Ltd | Influencer Marketing, Nano-Influencer Campaigns | Quote-based | Lifestyle |
| 5. The Influence Agency | Pinterest Advertising, Pinterest Management | Quote-based | Local businesses |
| 6. The Mint Agency | Media Planning, Media & Digital Ad Buying | Quote-based | Technology |
| 7. Search Engine People | Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (S | Quote-based | Local businesses |
| 8. Creative Scope | Web Design, Web Development | Quote-based | Local businesses |
| 9. Whissel Strategies | Digital Marketing, Advertising Campaigns | Quote-based | Local businesses |
| 10. Cloud3 Digital | Custom Web App Development, Lead Automation | Quote-based | Property Management |
| 11. Toronto Marketing Agency | Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Digital Marketing | Quote-based | Local businesses |
| 12. Social Media 55 | Social Media Marketing, Pinterest Ads Management | Quote-based | Local businesses |
| 13. New Digital | Google Ads, Meta Ads Management | Quote-based | Legal |
| 14. Artifakt Digital | Custom Real Estate Agent and Team Websites, Custom Brokerage | Quote-based | Real Estate |
| 15. Jeff Social Marketing | Website Design, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Quote-based | Local businesses |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pinterest big enough to fund as its own channel?
Pinterest reported an all-time high of 640 million monthly active users in its second quarter of 2026, up 11 percent year on year, with revenue of $1.18 billion, up 18 percent. The catch for Canadian advertisers is monetisation: global average revenue per user was $1.86 against $8.30 in the United States and Canada region, so the audience is largely elsewhere. Treat it as a strong secondary channel for visual, planning-led categories.
What does Pinterest Ads management cost in Toronto?
None of the fourteen publishes a management fee. Most sell Pinterest inside a broader paid social or content retainer rather than as a standalone service, so the useful question is how much of the fee is allocated to it. Ask for the management fee, the media minimum, how many creative assets a month are included and the notice period, in one written reply, then compare those four things rather than the decks.
How many of these agencies actually name Pinterest?
Nine of the fourteen mention Pinterest on their own website; the other five sell paid social or social media advertising without naming the platform. Use that as your first cut. The Mint Agency is the outlier in the other direction, publishing Pinterest itself among its client list alongside Nike, Google and Klarna, which is a different kind of evidence from a service page mention.
Which firms here name their clients?
Three of the fourteen name clients we could verify on their own sites: The Mint Agency, Peersway with Shoppers Drug Mart, and Social Media 55. Client credits that appeared only on directories or awards profiles were removed. For the remaining eleven, ask for two Pinterest accounts they run today in a comparable category, along with the monthly media budget, because Pinterest results depend heavily on catalogue quality.
Are these Toronto agencies or Greater Toronto Area ones?
Ten publish an address in Toronto itself. AP Digital Agency works from Richmond Hill and Search Engine People from Pickering, both inside the Greater Toronto Area. Two more are not Canadian operations at all: Jives Media is based in San Francisco and Social Media 55 in Santa Monica, and both are listed with that stated plainly because they market to this city. Each entry says which of the three it is.
Choosing a Pinterest Ads Partner in Toronto
Pinterest is a specialism hiding inside paid social retainers here. Nine of fourteen name the platform on their own site and five do not mention it at all. That is the fastest way to cut this list down before you book a call.
The list is mostly local, with two American entries. Ten firms publish a Toronto address, two work from Richmond Hill and Pickering, and Jives Media and Social Media 55 are United States businesses selling into the market.
Nobody publishes a fee, so compare four numbers instead. Ask for the management fee, the media minimum, the monthly creative allowance and the notice period together, because on Pinterest the creative volume is what usually decides the outcome.
Fix the catalogue before you raise the budget. Pinterest rewards clean feeds and fresh visuals more than clever bidding. If you want paid social, the creative and growth bought as one programme, read our latest analysis or start here.
