Web Design Toronto
We do website design in Toronto for organizations of all sizes!
Get a quoteShift8 Web is a website design company based in Toronto with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in a full end-to-end service from design and development to infrastructure and managed hosting.
We are passionate about unique, creative and dynamic design for businesses of all sizes from start-ups to enterprise organizations. We want to hear your idea and would love the opportunity to offer our services to launch your new idea or re-launch your existing business.
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We combine our technical and design focused experience
Get a quoteWe offer full end-to-end web services to design, develop, integrate or revitalize your brand. Our experience within the industry as a web development company allows us to create a concise strategy to help your business grow. From the beginning of the project, we will work closely with you every step of the way to complete and establish your vision.
Strategy
We offer strategic planning and consultation services for everything from developing a project roadmap to establishing milestones through collaborative continuous improvement. We will work with you to identify all the needs, requirements, deadlines and expectations, to ensure the path to project completion is prudent and predictable.
We use industry standard techniques and best practices to manage our projects from start to finish.
Design
Shift8 provides high quality Web Design services to businesses in and around Toronto. We strive to provide a complete end-to-end design service to satisfy your unique web design needs and requirements.
We will be there every step of the way from the initial planning phase, to wireframe and mockups, to the project deployment and management until the completion and launch of your project including post launch maintenance and revisions.
Web Development
Each project we encounter, large or small, typically will have custom requirements. Through analysis, due diligence and research we will formulate a concise development strategy where the appropriate technology, CMS or framework will be chosen that best suits the unique requirements from timeline to budget to integration and functionality.
We will work with you to develop a concise development plan. We can custom develop on top of an existing CMS or roll out a web framework from scratch.
Branding
At Shift8 we are passionate about crafting compelling logos and brand identities for businesses of all sizes.
We work closely with you to create a brand package that accurately reflects your unique identity and resonates with your target audience. Using timeless design principles, we ensure your brand’s message is consistent and impactful across all media and marketing strategies.
Let us help you establish a strong and memorable brand identity that sets you apart in the competitive Toronto market.
E-commerce
In today’s online economy, e-commerce is essential for businesses to succeed. At Shift8, we specialize in building custom e-commerce sites tailored to your unique needs.
Whether you’re looking to integrate an inventory system with shipping integration or need a completely customized solution using a CMS or web frameworks, we’ve got you covered.
Let us help you drive sales and grow your business with a powerful and seamless e-commerce site.
Technology
Using modern technologies to build robust web stacks with a unique case-by-case approach allows us to have the freedom to tailor make every solution from the ground up.
We utilize full stack frameworks and technologies that complement the collective experience among development teams. From the latest JS frameworks to PHP and Python based frameworks and everything in between, everything is considered and carefully evaluated from a full end-to-end perspective.
University
Non-Profit
Medical
Legal
Menufacturing
Start-Up
Cannabis
Retail
Real-Estate
Food & Leisure
News & Media
Finance
Since the foundation of our company in 2008, Shift8 Web has launched thousands of websites
Get a quoteOur knowledge , expertise and strategies have changed throughout the years. We are constantly striving to use bleeding edge technologies and methodologies while aiming to ensure the web design and web development process is as efficient, stringent, viable and prudent as possible.
Our Toronto web designers are highly skilled and experienced to provide you with the best service possible.
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FAQs
What makes Shift8 Web different from other Toronto web design agencies?
End-to-end delivery, from strategy to launch to ongoing care.We are a Toronto web design company that blends design and engineering to build high-performance websites. We cover the full lifecycle, including strategy, UX and design, development, integrations, infrastructure, and managed hosting, so you are not stitching together multiple vendors.
Do you build custom websites or work from templates?
Built around your brand, goals, and required functionality.We build websites to match your requirements, not to fit a one-size template. Depending on the project, we may develop on top of an existing CMS or build on a framework from scratch, with design and functionality aligned to your goals, timeline, and budget.
What platforms and technologies do you work with?
WordPress, Laravel, Drupal, React, plus integrations.We regularly build and support websites and web applications using WordPress, Laravel, Drupal, React, and related modern tooling. We also handle custom integrations when your project needs to connect with internal systems, third-party services, or complex workflows.
Can you redesign an existing website, or is it only new builds?
Redesigns, rebuilds, and migrations are common project types.Yes. We work on redesigns and rebuilds where the goal is better performance, a cleaner user experience, improved conversion, or a modernised CMS setup. If you are migrating from a proprietary system to WordPress or adding eCommerce functionality, we can scope that as part of the project plan.
Do you handle website development as well as design?
Design and full stack development under one roof.Yes. Our team designs and develops websites and web apps, including CMS builds, eCommerce, and custom functionality. Keeping design and development together helps reduce rework, protects timelines, and results in a more consistent final product.
How does your web design process work?
A milestone-driven process with clear feedback points.We start with discovery and strategy, then move into wireframes and design mockups. Once mockups are approved, we translate them into a working build and iterate through structured review cycles until everything is ready for launch.
Do you build websites with SEO in mind?
Technical foundations that support better visibility and performance.Yes. We build with search visibility in mind by focusing on clean site structure, performance, and best-practice implementation so your content has the best chance to rank. If you need a broader SEO plan, we can align on priorities during the strategy phase.
Do you provide hosting and ongoing website support?
Hosting, hardening, maintenance, and long-term care.Yes. We offer end-to-end support that can include infrastructure, managed hosting, security hardening, and ongoing care after launch. This is useful if you want a single accountable partner for uptime, updates, and technical maintenance.
Are you a Toronto-based team?
Local support, with experience across Canada and beyond.Yes. Shift8 Web is based in Toronto, and we work with organisations across a wide range of industries. If you prefer a local partner for workshops, stakeholder alignment, and ongoing support, we can accommodate that.
Is Shift8 Web SOC 2 Type II certified, and why does it matter?
Stronger controls and better risk management for serious projects.Yes, Shift8 Web is SOC 2 Type II certified. For organisations with compliance requirements or higher security expectations, this signals mature operational controls and a stronger approach to handling systems, access, and process discipline during delivery and support.
What kinds of clients do you typically work with?
From startups to enterprise organisations and multi-site teams.We work across professional services (legal, accounting), healthcare, education, SaaS/tech, eCommerce, real estate, construction, non-profits, and public sector, plus startups through enterprise teams.
How do we get a quote for a web design project in Toronto?
A quick call or a short brief is usually enough to start.The fastest way is to share your goals, scope, and timing through the quote form or by phone. We will review what you are trying to achieve and recommend an approach that fits your requirements before moving into a formal estimate.