How much does a small business website cost in Toronto?
Your options compared
| Option | Typical cost | Good for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIY website builder (Wix, Squarespace and similar) | About US$17–$29/month on annual billing | Owners with time and an eye for design | You do the design, writing and updates yourself |
| Freelancer or small studio | Roughly $1,000–$10,000 one-time, plus hosting | A custom site with a one-off budget | Who updates it later, and what each change costs |
| Agency | About $7,500–$20,000+ for a small-business site | Larger sites, custom features, branding work | Long timelines; maintenance retainers on top |
| Monthly website plan | About $29–$100/month, often no build fee | Busy owners who want it done and looked after | Contract length, who owns the domain, and exit fees |
| Kivvo | $0 build, then $29/month (Care) or $59/month (Care Plus) | Local businesses that want a modern site without the upfront cost | Cancel any time; your domain and files stay yours |
Ranges are based on prices published by Toronto and Canadian providers in 2026, including a Toronto agency's pricing guide ($7,500–$20,000 for small business sites), studios listing projects from under $1,000 to $10,000, monthly plans from about $29 to $75+, and builder pricing comparisons. Prices change — always check the provider's current terms.
The hidden costs
- Domain renewal — about $10–$25 a year for a .ca address. Make sure it's registered in your name.
- Hosting and security — servers, backups and the security certificate (the padlock).
- Small changes — new hours, staff or prices. Some providers bill every edit.
- Leaving — some providers keep your domain or charge to hand over your site.
What a small business website actually needs
- Works properly on phones — most visitors arrive on one.
- Your hours, address and a one-tap Call button near the top.
- Online booking or ordering if your customers expect it.
- The same details as your Google Business Profile, so customers aren't confused.
- HTTPS, so browsers don't show a "Not secure" warning.
Most local businesses don't need dozens of pages or custom software. Five clear pages that are kept up to date beat an expensive site nobody updates.
How Kivvo keeps it low cost
Kivvo is based in Toronto but works 100% online, so the same pricing applies to small businesses anywhere in Canada. We start from the information already on your current site, build a modern phone-first version, and send you a private preview — free. If you like it, we put it live on your domain and look after it for $29/month (or $59/month with booking, Google profile sync and more changes). No build fee, nothing upfront, cancel any time. See plans and services.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a website for free?
Yes — some studios, including Kivvo, build the website for free and charge only a monthly hosting and care plan. Kivvo's plans start at $29 a month with no build fee, nothing upfront and no contract.
Is a website builder like Wix or Squarespace cheaper?
The subscription is usually cheaper — roughly US$17–$29 a month on annual billing — but you design, write and maintain the site yourself, which takes time many owners don't have.
What are the hidden costs of a business website?
Domain renewal, hosting, security certificates, paid plugins or themes, charges for small changes, and fees to get your domain or files back if you leave a provider.
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