Sell Your Agencies Business in Canada
Marketing agency M&A has been hot since 2020. Specialty digital, performance marketing, SEO, and creative agencies command 3x–6x EBITDA depending on retainer mix, client concentration, and growth. PE-backed agency consolidators are active across Canada.
Why Selling a Agencies Business Is Different
Generic business brokers handle this wrong. These are the specific challenges in your sector.
What Sophisticated Agencies Buyers Look For
Build these into your business 12–24 months before listing, and your multiple rises 1–3 turns.
Who Buys Agencies Businesses in Canada
We've mapped the active buyer universe for your sector.
Industry-Specific Challenges We Handle
The deal-breakers we've seen — and how we address each one.
If clients hire 'you' not 'the agency,' value drops significantly. Transition relationships to account team 12+ months before listing.
100% project-based agencies sell at 2x–3x EBITDA. 70%+ retainer agencies sell at 4x–6x. Convert before listing if possible.
Top performers have outside options. Equity rollovers and retention agreements protect deal value.
What We Play Up in Your Marketing
These are the value drivers that move agencies buyers from interest to LOI.
Services Tailored for Agencies Sales
Selling a agencies business requires specialized advisory at every stage. These are the services most relevant to your transaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sector-specific questions agencies owners ask.
Ready to Sell Your Agencies Business?
Confidential, no-obligation conversation. Tell us about your business, your timeline, and your goals. We'll respond with a written engagement proposal within 24 hours.