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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:
Shopify development covers everything between a domain and a paid order: the store build or replatform, the theme and its templates, product data and variants, checkout, payment and shipping rules, the apps and integrations behind them, and the maintenance that follows the first trading month.
Our screen was deliberately narrow. Thirteen external firms serving Edmonton survived it, judged on store work they publish rather than a Shopify line in a services menu: build or migration pages, projects described with outputs, and a logo of their own that resolved. Nine of the thirteen name Shopify or ecommerce build work directly, and three publish a full street address rather than a city name on its own.
What is included when an Edmonton Shopify agency builds a store?
Platform setup or migration, theme build, product data, payment and shipping configuration, then the speed, checkout and integration work after launch. Thirteen external firms working in Edmonton cleared our evidence read; twelve publish an Edmonton base and two credit a client you can check.
1. Web Tonic
About: Web Tonic runs the build, the replatform and the months after launch as one engagement in our development programme, joined to the campaigns that bring the traffic and the measurement that proves what sold. A typical Edmonton enquiry is a live store losing money at checkout, so we read the funnel, the product feed and the theme code before quoting any design work. Anyone shopping purely on a one-off build price will be better served by other names on this list.
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. Mediashaker
About: Mediashaker is a long-standing web design and digital marketing agency based in Edmonton, Alberta, offering custom website development and eCommerce solutions. Their platform solutions integrate online stores with inventory management, CRM, invoicing, and marketing automation tools.
Key Services: Web Design, eCommerce Development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Digital Marketing, Branding, Custom Apps
Industries Served: Retail & Specialty Products, Construction, Automotive, Manufacturing, Professional Services
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Mediashaker
3. One Scarlett Digital Marketing
About: One Scarlett Digital Marketing is a premier full-service digital marketing and web development agency based in Edmonton, Alberta. They specialize in delivering high-conversion custom designs on platforms like Shopify, Squarespace, and Wix, alongside technical SEO and data-driven advertising strategies.
Key Services: Paid Advertising, Search Optimization, Web Development, Shopify Ecommerce Development, Conversion Audits, Logo Design & Branding, Social Media Marketing, Google Business Profile Management
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: A&B Concrete Pumping, Coro View Farms Ltd, Creating Hope Society, PD Equipment, Quality Floors Leduc, Combined Concrete Pumping, Spruce Grove Kinette Club, Reflexology by Janis, Families First Society
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: One Scarlett Digital Marketing
4. Creative Promotional Marketing Agency
About: Creative Promotional Marketing Agency is a long-standing Edmonton-based agency offering promotional marketing alongside full digital services, including custom Shopify e-commerce store development and web design. Their multidisciplinary team handles everything from online company stores and branded merchandise integration to conversion rate optimization and search engine marketing.
Key Services: Shopify E-Commerce Stores, Website Design & Development, Digital Marketing, Promotional Products & Branded Merch, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Creative Promotional Marketing Agency
5. KEEN Creative
About: KEEN Creative is an Edmonton-based full-service creative and digital marketing agency providing custom web design, development, and strategic digital solutions with over 20 years of experience. They specialize in building targeted digital presences and branding foundations aligned with broader marketing goals.
Key Services: Custom Web Design & Development, Web Analytics & Ongoing Maintenance, Digital Advertising Campaigns, Content Strategy & Development, Online Video Development, Social Media Content Development & Engagement, Branding & Brand Equity Strategy
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: KEEN Creative
6. Nimble Digital
About: Nimble Digital is a digital marketing and web design agency based in Edmonton, Alberta, helping businesses grow through optimized digital strategies. They provide services including e-commerce development using Shopify, custom website design, search engine optimization, and online advertising campaigns.
Key Services: Web Design, E-Commerce Development, Shopify, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Online Advertising, Graphic Design
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Nimble Digital
7. Preeminent Marketing
About: Preeminent Marketing is a full-service digital marketing and web agency offering PPC advertising, SEO, and ecommerce solutions. Their official headquarters is located in Ontario rather than Edmonton, Alberta.
Key Services: PPC Advertising, SEO, Web Development, Ecommerce, Social Media Marketing
Industries Served: Legal, Small to Medium Businesses
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: North York
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Preeminent Marketing
8. Brandx Digital Marketing & SEO
About: Brandx Digital Marketing & SEO is an Edmonton-based agency offering local businesses integrated web design and digital marketing solutions. Their website specifically lists Shopify development alongside WordPress and custom CMS setup among their core web capabilities.
Key Services: Shopify Ecommerce Development, Web Design and Development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), PPC Advertising, Local SEO, Digital Dashboards and Analytics Integration
Industries Served: Retail, Services, Non-Profit, Manufacturing, Contractors, E-commerce
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Brandx Digital Marketing & SEO
9. BubbleUP Marketing
About: BubbleUP Marketing is a full-service marketing agency and web design company based in Edmonton, Alberta, serving clients since 2003. They provide customized digital marketing strategies and web design solutions to help businesses promote their brands online.
Key Services: Web Design, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Pay-Per-Click Management (PPC), Email Marketing, Content Marketing
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: BubbleUP Marketing
10. High Level Marketing Inc
About: High Level Marketing is a digital marketing and web design agency based in Edmonton, Alberta, specializing in WordPress website design, local SEO, and social media marketing. Founded locally by Chris Bolseng and Sarah Van Dusen, the firm partners with small to mid-sized businesses to provide structured online presence management and ongoing website care.
Key Services: WordPress Website Design, Local SEO, Social Media Marketing, Ongoing Website Care & Support
Industries Served: Trades and contractors, Professional services, Retail and e-commerce, Insurance and financial services, Healthcare and dental clinics
Notable Clients: Branded by Toast
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: High Level Marketing Inc
11. Loop Strategic Marketing
About: Loop Strategic Marketing is an Edmonton-based digital marketing agency providing full-stack services including high-performance website design, e-commerce solutions, and search engine optimization. Their team emphasizes data-driven growth strategies, custom web development, and digital marketing integrations tailored to local and growing businesses.
Key Services: Web Design, E-Commerce Solutions, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Paid Advertising (PPC), Social Media Marketing, CRM & Revenue Operations, Branding
Industries Served: Business Services, Consulting, Professional Services
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Loop Strategic Marketing
12. Ayra Marketing Agency
About: Ayra Marketing Agency is a boutique digital marketing and web design firm based in Edmonton, Alberta. They specialize in local SEO, paid ads, and conversion-focused website development platforms including Shopify, Squarespace, and Webflow. The agency focuses primarily on helping service-based businesses, contractors, and local professionals scale their digital presence.
Key Services: Website setup & full build (Shopify, Squarespace, Webflow), Copywriting & content formatting, Tracking integration (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, Tag Manager), Local SEO, Google Ads, Meta Ads, Mobile-first responsive design
Industries Served: Contractors, Cleaning companies, Appliance repair services, Therapists and clinics, Local service professionals
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Ayra Marketing Agency
13. Brand Digital Marketing Inc
About: Brand Digital Marketing is an Edmonton-based digital agency focused on web design equipped with artificial intelligence features, mobile app creation, and search engine optimization services. Their team provides lead generation and digital marketing packages aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises.
Key Services: A.I. Websites, Mobile Apps, Local SEO, Hyper Local SEO, Social Media Management, Social Media Advertising
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Brand Digital Marketing Inc
14. Linkbuffer Studios Web Design, Digital Marketing Agency Edmonton
About: Linkbuffer Studios is a digital marketing and web design agency based in Edmonton, Alberta, offering performance marketing, SEO, and web development services. They provide integrated digital solutions including conversion-focused website structure and content marketing.
Key Services: Web Development, Website Design, Digital Marketing, SEO, PPC, Email Marketing
Industries Served: Local Business, Physiotherapy, Gym and Fitness, Mortgage, Tree Service
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Edmonton
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Linkbuffer Studios Web Design, Digital Marketing Agency Edmonton
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. Mediashaker | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 3. One Scarlett Digital Marketing | Paid Advertising | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 4. Creative Promotional Marketing Agency | Shopify E-Commerce Stores | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 5. KEEN Creative | Custom Web Design & Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 6. Nimble Digital | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 7. Preeminent Marketing | PPC Advertising | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 8. Brandx Digital Marketing & SEO | Shopify Ecommerce Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 9. BubbleUP Marketing | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 10. High Level Marketing Inc | WordPress Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 11. Loop Strategic Marketing | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 12. Ayra Marketing Agency | Website setup & full build (Shopify, Squarespace, Webflow) | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 13. Brand Digital Marketing Inc | AI Websites | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 14. Linkbuffer Studios Web Design, Digital Marketing Agency Edmonton | Web Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
Frequently Asked Questions
What sits inside an Edmonton Shopify build quote?
Four blocks, and each one deserves its own line. Discovery and platform decisions come first, including what happens to the existing URLs. The build is second, counted in templates and features rather than pages. Data and integrations are third, which is where migrations quietly overrun: products, variants, customers, orders, tax rules and whatever runs stock. Post-launch work is fourth, and it is the block most often missing. Ask which of the four your figure covers before you compare it with anybody else's.
Why does this shortlist stop at thirteen external firms?
Because the evidence bar removed everybody else. We started from the development, web and digital firms an Edmonton search surfaces, then read each site for store work on the record: build or replatform pages, projects written up with outputs, a site that had been touched this year, and a mark of their own that loaded. Firms listing ecommerce as a menu item, dormant sites, and studios whose logo came back as stock art or a founder photograph were cut. Nothing was added to round the number upward.
Do these agencies name clients I can verify?
Two of the thirteen do, including One Scarlett Digital Marketing with A&B Concrete Pumping, Coro View Farms Ltd; High Level Marketing Inc with Branded by Toast. The rest credit nobody on the pages we read, which under a confidentiality clause is ordinary rather than suspicious, though it does push references to the first call. Ask for two stores in your own category, roughly your order volume, and permission to speak to whoever owned the budget.
How do I compare quotes when nobody publishes pricing?
Fix the deliverable list yourself before you read a figure. Since no firm here prints a price, quotes only become comparable once you have settled the template count, who migrates the product and customer data, who writes the redirects, which integrations are in scope, whether theme code is yours to keep, and how many hours of post-launch work are included. Send the same specification to three studios and the spread between them stops being noise.
What should I check before signing with a Edmonton studio?
Ownership and handover, in writing. The Shopify account, the domain, the theme repository and every integration key belong in your name, not in the agency's. Ask what the store costs to run once the build stops, who fixes a broken checkout on a Saturday, whether app subscriptions sit on your card or theirs, and what an exit looks like. A studio that answers those cleanly is usually the one still working with you in Edmonton two years on.
Choosing a Shopify Development Partner in Edmonton
Twelve of the thirteen external firms here publish an Edmonton base, so geography alone will not shorten this list. What separates them is whether store engineering is the core craft or an add-on sold under marketing.
Two credit a client you can check, and not one prints a rate. Settle the template count, the migration scope and who owns the product data before you gather quotes, then read the answers side by side.
Ecommerce builds fail after launch, not in the pitch. Ask who fixes checkout when it breaks on a weekend, what monthly maintenance actually costs, which app subscriptions sit on your card, and who holds the theme repository when the engagement ends.
Whoever takes the brief, review the build and the plan to fill the store together, because a fast shop with no demand is an expensive brochure. If you would rather keep the build, the demand and the reporting in one place, read our latest analysis or see how we work in Edmonton.
