If you're a small business owner in Canada, you've probably asked:
“How much does a website actually cost?”
The short answer? It depends.
Website pricing in Canada can range anywhere from a few hundred dollars to over $10,000, depending on the level of customization, who’s building it, and what features you need. In this article, we’ll break down the typical costs, what influences pricing, and what you really need to budget for as a small business owner.
Price Range: $200 – $1,200/year
If you’re just starting out and want the cheapest way to get online, DIY platforms like Wix, Squarespace, or Shopify (for eCommerce) offer drag-and-drop interfaces and templated designs.
What You Get:
Pros:
✅ Cheap
✅ Fast to launch
✅ No technical skills needed
Cons:
❌ Time-consuming if you're not tech-savvy
❌ Design limitations
❌ Less professional appearance
❌ Not fully optimized for SEO or performance
Price Range: $1,000 – $4,000 CAD
Hiring a freelance designer or developer offers more flexibility than DIY, often with semi-custom designs and better functionality.
What You Get:
Pros:
✅ More professional than DIY
✅ Flexible timeline and features
✅ Often locally based, so better communication
Cons:
❌ Quality can vary
❌ No team backing (if your freelancer disappears, so does your support)
❌ You still might have to handle your own hosting and maintenance
Price Range: $1,500 – $8,000 CAD+
Working with a local web design agency (like Yugen Digital) offers the best of both worlds—strategy, design, development, and ongoing support all in one.
What You Get:
Pros:
✅ Professional results
✅ Strategy-driven design
✅ Scalable as your business grows
✅ Ongoing support and service
Cons:
❌ Higher upfront cost
❌ Takes longer to complete than DIY
💡 Pro Tip: At Yugen Digital, we offer low-upfront-cost options by bundling design with hosting and care plans—ideal for small business budgets.
Many small business owners underestimate ongoing costs associated with websites.
📌 Domain Registration – $15–$30/year
📌 Hosting – $10–$60/month (or bundled with an agency)
📌 Maintenance & Updates – $50–$200/month
📌 Premium Plugins/Tools – $50–$500/year
📌 Email Hosting or Integrations – $5–$25/month
📌 SEO or Marketing Add-Ons – $300–$1,000/month (if outsourced)
Even if your initial website build is low-cost, consider the total cost of ownership over 12–24 months.
Here’s a quick guide to help you decide based on your business stage:
If your website is meant to generate leads, build trust, or sell products, investing in a proper build will give you better returns in the long run.
A cheap website that doesn’t convert or show up on Google is more expensive in the long run than a professionally built site that brings in consistent leads.
At Yugen Digital, we specialize in websites designed to perform, convert, and scale with your business. Whether you're starting from scratch or upgrading an outdated site, we offer affordable packages tailored to Canadian small businesses.
🚀 Let’s build a website that brings you real results.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to take your digital marketing to the next level, Yugen Digital is here to help. We build effective, thoughtful, and strategic marketing plans that work. Let’s create something that drives real results for your business.
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Yugen Digital is a Canadian Creative Design Studio and Digital Marketing Agency that focuses on Small Business Marketing Solutions, Branding, and Website Development.
