Canada's Business Development Fees
Average Service Costs
Here you can find a list of estimated costs related to business development. These costs are approximate and may vary based on your specific needs.

1. Marketing & Branding
| Service | Average Fees for Projects |
|---|---|
| Market Research & Analysis | $3,000 per report |
| Brand Strategy Development | $5,000 per project |
| Content Marketing Strategy | $2,000 per plan |
| Advertising & Media Buying | $1,500 per month (plus ad spend) |
Service Details:
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Market Research & Analysis: Conducting market research, competitor analysis, and trend evaluation for better decision-making.
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Brand Strategy Development: Defining brand positioning, key messages, and differentiation from competitors.
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Content Marketing Strategy: Creating a content plan based on brand objectives.
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Advertising & Media Buying: Planning and executing paid advertising campaigns.
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Social Media & Digital Presence
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Service |
Average Fees for Projects |
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Social Media Strategy & Management |
$2,500 - per month |
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SEO & Website Optimization |
$2,500 - per project |
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Email Marketing Strategy |
$1,500 - per campaign |
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Influencer & Affiliate Marketing |
$2,000 - per campaign |
Service Details:
- Social Media Strategy & Management: Developing and managing social media campaigns across different platforms.
- SEO & Website Optimization: Improve search rankings and website performance.
- Email Marketing Strategy: Develop targeted email marketing campaigns.
- Influencer & Affiliate Marketing: Partner with influencers to boost brand visibility.
3. Financial & Accounting Advisory
| Service | Average Fees for Projects |
|---|---|
| Financial Planning & Budgeting | $3,000 - per project |
| Business Valuation | $5,000 - per valuation |
| Fundraising & Investment Advisory | $10,000 - (commission-based for large deals) |
| Accounting & Bookkeeping Setup | $1,500 - setup + monthly retainers |
Service Details:
- Financial Planning & Budgeting: Develop financial forecasts, budgets, and planning strategies.
- Business Valuation: Assess company value for investment or sale purposes.
- Fundraising & Investment Advisory: Assist in securing venture capital, angel investors, and loans.
- Accounting & Bookkeeping Setup: Establish efficient financial tracking and reporting systems.
4. Strategic Business Planning & Management
| Service | Average Fees for Projects |
|---|---|
| Business Plan Development | $5,000 - per plan |
| Business Model Optimization | $4,000 - per engagement |
| Competitive & Industry Analysis | $3,500 - per report |
| Corporate Governance & Structuring | $5,000 - per project |
Service Details:
- Business Plan Development: Craft a comprehensive business plan for growth or funding.
- Business Model Optimization: Analyze and refine business models for sustainability.
- Competitive & Industry Analysis: Assess competitive positioning and market opportunities.
- Corporate Governance & Structuring: Guide businesses in legal structuring and governance best practices.
5. Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement
| Service | Average Fees for Projects |
|---|---|
| Business Process Optimization | $4,000 - per engagement |
| Supply Chain & Logistics Consulting | $5,000 - per project |
| Performance Metrics & KPI Development | $3,500 - per engagement |
Service Details:
- Business Process Optimization: Streamline business workflows to improve efficiency.
- Supply Chain & Logistics Consulting: Optimize supply chain operations and vendor management.
- Performance Metrics & KPI Development: Define and track key business performance indicators.
6. Sales & Revenue Growth Strategies
| Service | Average Fees for Projects |
|---|---|
| Sales Funnel Optimization | $3,000 - per project |
| Sales Training & Coaching | $2,500 - per session |
| Pricing Strategy Consulting | $3,500 - per engagement |
| Customer Acquisition Strategies | $3,000 - per project |
Service Details:
- Sales Funnel Optimization: Enhance conversion rates and sales pipelines.
- Sales Training & Coaching: Provide customized sales training for teams.
- Pricing Strategy Consulting: Develop data-driven pricing models.
- Customer Acquisition Strategies: Identify and implement targeted customer growth strategies.
7. Compliance & Legal Advisory
| Service | Average Fees for Projects |
|---|---|
| Business Compliance & Regulatory Guidance | $5,000 - per audit |
| Contract Drafting & Review | $1,500 - per contract |
| Risk Management & Crisis Planning | $4,000 - per engagement |
Service Details:
- Business Compliance & Regulatory Guidance: Ensure compliance with industry and legal regulations.
- Contract Drafting & Review: Assist in reviewing and structuring business contracts.
- Risk Management & Crisis Planning: Identify and mitigate business risks.
8. Human Resources & Talent Development
| Service | Average Fees for Projects |
|---|---|
| Recruitment & Hiring Strategies | $3,500 - $10,000 per hiring cycle |
| Employee Training & Development | $2,500 - $8,000 per program |
| HR Policies & Compliance | $3,500 - $10,000 per engagement |
| Compensation & Benefits Consulting | $3,000 - $10,000 per assessment |
Service Details:
- Recruitment & Hiring Strategies: Improve talent acquisition and onboarding processes.
- Employee Training & Development: Design and implement workforce training programs.
- HR Policies & Compliance: Create structured HR policies and compliance frameworks.
- Compensation & Benefits Consulting: Develop competitive salary and benefits packages.
9. IT & Digital Transformation
| Service | Average Fees for Projects |
|---|---|
| IT Infrastructure Consulting | $4,000 - per project |
| Cybersecurity & Data Protection | $5,000 - per assessment |
| Digital Transformation Strategy | $6,000 - per strategy |
| CRM & ERP Implementation | $7,500 - per implementation |
Service Details:
• IT Infrastructure Consulting: Evaluate and optimize IT systems and software.
• Cybersecurity & Data Protection: Implement security protocols and risk assessments.
• Digital Transformation Strategy: Guide businesses in adopting digital tools for efficiency.
• CRM & ERP Implementation: Assist in deploying CRM and ERP solutions.
10. Customer Experience & Retention Strategies
| Service | Average Fees for Projects |
|---|---|
| Customer Journey Mapping | $3,000 - $8,000 per project |
| Customer Loyalty Program Development | $2,500 - $8,000 per engagement |
| Reputation & Crisis Management | $4,000 - $15,000 per crisis engagement |
| Omnichannel Customer Support Strategy | $4,000 - $12,000 per strategy |
Service Details:
• Customer Journey Mapping: Analyze and optimize customer interactions and touchpoints.
• Customer Loyalty Program Development: Design and implement customer retention programs.
• Reputation & Crisis Management: Develop strategies to manage brand reputation.
• Omnichannel Customer Support Strategy: Improve customer service across multiple channels.
