| Site type | Build cost (CAD) | Ongoing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIY website builder | $0 – $500 | $200 – $600/yr | Placeholder / hobby / very simple |
| Basic brochure (template) | $500 – $2,500 | $15 – $50/mo | Simple presence, few pages |
| Professional small business | $2,500 – $8,000 | $30 – $150/mo | Lead generation, local SEO |
| Single landing page | $500 – $2,500 | $10 – $40/mo | Ad campaigns & offers |
| Ecommerce (Shopify/Woo) | $5,000 – $15,000 | $50 – $300/mo | Selling products online |
| Large / custom ecommerce | $20,000 – $40,000+ | $300 – $1,000+/mo | Big catalogue, integrations |
| Custom site / web app | $15,000 – $50,000+ | $150 – $1,000+/mo | Unique workflows, scale |
| Website redesign | $2,000 – $10,000+ | Varies | Refresh or rebuild |
How to read this index
All figures are in Canadian dollars for 2026. Build cost is one-time; ongoing covers hosting, maintenance, and platform or app fees. The biggest driver of price within each band is how much is custom — design, copywriting, photography, and SEO — versus templated. As a rule of thumb, budget 10-25% of the build cost per year for maintenance.
What changes the price?
- ✅ Page count and content volume
- ✅ Custom design vs a template
- ✅ Who writes the copy and shoots the photos
- ✅ Integrations: booking, payments, CRM, memberships
- ✅ Whether SEO is built in from the start
- ✅ Ongoing maintenance and support
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FAQ
How much does a website cost in Canada in 2026?
Roughly CA$500-$2,500 for a basic brochure site, $2,500-$8,000 for a professional small-business site, $5,000-$15,000+ for ecommerce, and $15,000-$50,000+ for custom — plus $30-$200/month for hosting and maintenance.
How much does an ecommerce website cost in Canada?
A well-built Shopify or WooCommerce store runs CA$5,000-$15,000; large or custom stores reach $20,000-$40,000+, plus platform fees, ~2.9% payment processing, apps, and maintenance.
Why do website prices vary so much?
The main driver is how much is custom — design, copywriting, photography, and SEO — versus templated, plus page count, integrations, and ongoing support. Two five-page sites can differ tenfold on those factors.
Are these prices quotes?
No — they are indicative 2026 Canadian market ranges to help you sanity-check a proposal. Your actual price depends on scope, design, content, integrations, and SEO.
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