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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:
A Shopify and ecommerce development agency builds and maintains the store itself: theme and front-end work, custom apps and integrations, migrations from another platform, the checkout and payment plumbing, the product data feeding it, and the ongoing speed, tracking and conversion work that follows launch.
We kept the screen deliberately tight. Thirteen external firms serving Montreal came through it, judged on store work they publish rather than an ecommerce line in a services menu: platform pages naming Shopify, WooCommerce or Magento, builds written up with outputs, and an own mark we could verify. eleven of the thirteen sell store build, platform or ecommerce development as the core discipline, and eight of them publish a full street address rather than a city name alone.
What does a Montreal Shopify and ecommerce development agency actually deliver?
A build plan, the theme or custom front end, apps and integrations, product data and checkout, then speed and tracking work after launch. Thirteen external firms serving Montreal cleared our evidence read, thirteen publish a local address and three credit a checkable client.
1. Web Tonic
About: Web Tonic builds the store and the demand around it in one development track rather than handing a finished theme to a separate marketing team, so the build is planned against the traffic it has to convert and against the tracking that proves what it did. Most Montreal briefs reach us as a store that looks right and leaks revenue between the product page and the receipt. A team that only needs a theme installed on a fixed budget will be better served by several of the shops 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. My Little Big Web
About: My Little Big Web is a performance-driven web marketing and design agency based in Montreal, Canada, providing custom ecommerce website design and digital marketing solutions since 2013. They specialize in creating online stores and scaling digital growth for small and medium-sized businesses.
Key Services: Ecommerce Website Design, Web Design, WordPress Development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), PPC / Online Advertising, Social Media Management
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: My Little Big Web
3. Digitad
About: Digitad is a web marketing and website development agency located in Montreal that provides e-commerce solutions, including Shopify store creation, optimization, and digital strategy. Their multidisciplinary team helps businesses build high-performance online stores focused on user experience and conversion rates.
Key Services: Shopify Development, E-commerce Development, Web Design, SEO, Digital Marketing, Web Development
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Digitad
4. Dreww
About: Dreww is a growth-marketing and digital agency headquartered in Montreal, Canada, that integrates social media, performance marketing, and web technologies. Their service scope explicitly covers Shopify development, conversion rate optimization, and e-commerce growth solutions for B2B and B2C brands.
Key Services: Shopify Development, Landing Pages, Lead Generation Websites, Conversion Rate Optimization, E-commerce Growth Services, Social Media Marketing, Paid Media & Performance Creative, HubSpot CRM & RevOps, Email Marketing
Industries Served: B2C, B2B, E-commerce, Public-Sector
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Dreww
5. Rablab
About: Rablab is a digital marketing and web agency headquartered in Montreal, specializing in search engine optimization, paid advertising, and web solutions. They transform e-commerce performance with innovative solutions on WordPress and Shopify platforms.
Key Services: Shopify Development, WordPress Development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Google Ads (SEM), Web Analytics, E-commerce Performance Optimization
Industries Served: E-commerce, B2B, Industrial, Fashion, Hospitality
Notable Clients: Traditours, La Moisson, Garde-Malade
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Rablab
6. Luxy Media
About: Luxy Media operates as a fractional marketing department for established B2B and DTC operators based in Montréal, Canada. They provide integrated services spanning strategy, paid media, content, and web development including Shopify systems.
Key Services: Strategy & Planning, Paid Media & Demand, Web & Conversion, Full-site design and development (WordPress, Shopify, custom), Content
Industries Served: B2B & Finance, Government & Enterprise, Luxury & Automotive, Retail & DTC
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montréal, Canada
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Luxy Media
7. Black Duck Agency
About: Black Duck Agency is a digital agency located in Montreal providing bespoke web design, UI/UX, software development, and AI-driven growth solutions. They focus on building performance-oriented digital storefronts, platforms, and brand identities tailored to diverse commercial clients. Their services span custom storefront development including Shopify Plus, WordPress, and fully custom builds.
Key Services: Shopify Development, Web Design, WordPress & CMS, UI & UX, Custom Software, Branding, AI Lead Gen, CRO & Growth
Industries Served: E-commerce, SaaS, Enterprise, Foodservice Franchise, Real Estate, Beauty, ERP Consulting
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Black Duck Agency
8. Social Media 55
About: Social Media 55 is a full-service digital marketing and web development agency headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. Their offerings include custom e-commerce web design, Shopify platform services, and comprehensive digital promotion strategies.
Key Services: Web Design & Development, Shopify Services, Ecommerce Services, Social Media Management, Digital Marketing, SEO, PPC
Industries Served: Real Estate, Healthcare, Fashion, Beauty, Ecommerce
Notable Clients: Elevate Clinic, Lingualift, JIVAGO Brands LLC, Top Maui Hotels, Studio Cody Caissie, The Swiss Resilience Institute, Just Toys International
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Social Media 55
9. Pexicom
About: Pexicom is a web development and digital marketing agency based in Montreal, Quebec. They offer services including website creation, digital marketing, lead generation, and CRM configuration.
Key Services: Website creation, Digital Marketing, Lead generation, Configuration of CRMs, Design and printing
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Pexicom
10. Nunku
About: Nunku is an interactive design and development agency based in Montreal that delivers web and ecommerce solutions. Their capabilities span strategy, UI/UX design, and high-performance development platforms including Shopify and WordPress.
Key Services: Strategy, UI/UX Design, Web Design, Front-End / Back-End Development, eCommerce – Shopify, WordPress (WooCommerce), Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Digital Marketing
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: Industria Pizzeria, NYFACEMD, Clinique Dentaire Le Sommet, William Frenn
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Nunku
11. Courimo
About: Courimo is an award-winning digital marketing and web design agency based in Montreal, Quebec. They provide end-to-end digital solutions including website development, search engine optimization, and pay-per-click advertising tailored to help businesses maximize their online presence and revenue.
Key Services: Website Design & Development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Google Ads (PPC), Social Media Management, Content Marketing
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montreal, Canada
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Courimo
12. Momentumm
About: Momentumm is a digital marketing and web development agency headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Their team focuses on creating profitable digital assets and high-performing websites. While they specialize heavily in HubSpot Content Hub and Webflow, their development expertise also extends to WordPress and Shopify platforms.
Key Services: Website Design, Web Development, Shopify Development, WordPress Development, HubSpot Content Hub & Inbound Marketing, SEO, Video Production, Online Advertising
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Momentumm
13. Let's Get Optimized
About: Let's Get Optimized is a digital marketing and web development agency founded in Montreal with multiple office locations across Canada. They offer ecommerce build and development services supporting platforms including Shopify and WooCommerce, alongside revenue-first SEO and digital growth strategies.
Key Services: SEO and Local Search, AI Search, AEO, and LLM Visibility, Paid Media (PPC), Website Design and Development, Ecommerce Website Development, Shopify Web Development, Conversion Rate Optimization
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Let's Get Optimized
14. Imajery
About: Imajery is a Montreal-based digital marketing and web development agency with an office in the heart of downtown Montreal. Their team specializes in designing, developing, and marketing e-commerce stores and branded websites using platforms like Shopify and WordPress.
Key Services: Shopify Ecommerce Sites, WordPress Sites, Landing Page Creation, SEO Friendly Sites, Digital Marketing, Paid Media
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Montreal
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Imajery
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. My Little Big Web | Ecommerce Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 3. Digitad | Shopify Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 4. Dreww | Shopify Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 5. Rablab | Shopify Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 6. Luxy Media | Strategy & Planning | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 7. Black Duck Agency | Shopify Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 8. Social Media 55 | Web Design & Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 9. Pexicom | Website creation | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 10. Nunku | Strategy | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 11. Courimo | Website Design & Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 12. Momentumm | Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 13. Let's Get Optimized | SEO and Local Search | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 14. Imajery | Shopify Ecommerce Sites | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Montreal Shopify development engagement usually include?
Four moving parts, and each one should carry its own line on the quote. Discovery comes first: the catalogue, the integrations that have to survive, and what the checkout must do. Then the build, whether that is a theme customised or a front end written from scratch. Then data: products, variants, tax, shipping and the tracking behind them. Then post-launch work on speed and conversion. Ask which of the four the quoted fee actually buys.
Why does the shortlist stop at thirteen external firms?
The evidence bar cut the rest. We started from the web development and ecommerce businesses a Montreal search surfaces, then read each site for store work on the record: platform pages, builds described with outputs, a site updated this year, and a logo of their own that resolved. Shops listing ecommerce only as a menu item, dormant studios, and firms whose own mark came back as stock art or a founder photograph did not survive. Nothing was added to reach a rounder number.
Which of these firms name clients I can verify myself?
Three of the thirteen. Rablab names Traditours and La Moisson, Social Media 55 names Elevate Clinic and Lingualift, and Nunku names Industria Pizzeria and NYFACEMD. The rest credit nobody on the pages we read. Under a confidentiality clause that is normal rather than damning, but it does mean references have to come out of the first call. Ask for two stores in your own category, and for the URL of each, so you can read the live checkout yourself.
How do I compare quotes when none of them publishes a rate?
Pin the scope down yourself before you read a single number. Because nobody here prints a price, quotes only become comparable once you have settled the template count, how many custom apps or integrations are in scope, who migrates the product data, whether the theme is licensed or written for you, who owns the code afterwards, and what support costs once the store is live. Two bids on the same brief routinely differ threefold on those lines.
Does the developer need to be based in Montreal?
It matters for discovery and launch week, and much less afterwards. Thirteen of the thirteen publish a Montreal address and every firm on this list publishes a Montreal address, so the usual out-of-town caveat does not apply. Proximity helps while you are still mapping the catalogue and the warehouse process, because those sessions go faster in a room. The sharper question is who writes the code: a named developer on staff, or a subcontract bench you will never meet.
Choosing a Shopify Development Partner in Montreal
Thirteen of the thirteen external firms listed here publish a Montreal address, so geography alone will not shorten this list. The real divide is whether store engineering is the core craft or an add-on sold beneath branding and general web design.
Three credit a client you can check, and not one of them prints a rate. Settle the template count and who migrates the product data before you gather quotes, then compare like for like.
Ecommerce builds fail after launch, not at the pitch. Ask who owns the code, what a theme update costs six months in, and how the agency proves the new checkout converts better than the old one.
Whoever wins the brief, have the build and the channels that feed it reviewed together, because a store nobody reaches is an engineering exercise rather than a commercial one. If you would rather keep the build, the traffic that has to convert and the reporting in one place, read our latest analysis or see how we work in Montreal.
