SEO Vancouver — SEO Company & SEO Services in Vancouver Since 1996

    Last updated: Reviewed by Shawn Moore, Founder & CEO

    ThinkProfits is an SEO company in Vancouver delivering full-service Vancouver SEO services — local SEO, technical SEO, content, link building, and AI search optimization — from our office at 1388 Homer St #602 in downtown Vancouver. We have been doing SEO in Vancouver for businesses across British Columbia and Canada since 1996, and our SEO services in Vancouver are built to rank you on Google, win the Map Pack, and earn citations in Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, and Perplexity.

    Searching for an SEO agency Vancouver businesses can actually reach? We are a Vancouver SEO company staffed in-house on Pacific hours, and SEO Vancouver BC clients work directly with the strategist running their account — not a rotating support queue.

    Whether you run a law firm in Yaletown, a dental practice in Kitsilano, a restaurant in Gastown, or a Shopify e-commerce brand in Mount Pleasant — our Vancouver SEO experts build campaigns that drive qualified leads and measurable revenue.

    Quick answer

    ThinkProfits is a Vancouver, BC SEO company helping local businesses rank in Google, win the Map Pack, and earn citations in ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews. Month-to-month engagements, transparent Think SEO pricing from $995/mo, no long-term contracts, delivering measurable SEO results since 1996.

    • Local SEO + Google Business Profile optimization for Vancouver
    • AI search optimization (AEO/GEO) for ChatGPT, Perplexity, AI Overviews
    • Technical SEO, content, and PPC under one Vancouver strategy
    • Transparent pricing: Bronze $995 · Silver $1,895 · Gold $3,495 · Platinum $4,995 /mo
    5.0 ★ Google · 48 ReviewsCertified Google PartnerShopify PartnerServing Vancouver Since 1996AI Search (AEO + GEO) Ready(604) 638-1188

    Certified Partners & Platforms We Work With

    • Kinsta Hosting Partner
    • LiveChat Partner
    • Google Partner
    • Google Ads Certified
    • Google Analytics 4 Certified
    • CallRail Agency Partner
    • Housecall Pro Partner
    • Lovable Certified Partner

    What Our Vancouver SEO Services Include

    Our Vancouver SEO services include a technical SEO audit and fixes, keyword research and on-page optimization, Google Business Profile and local SEO for the Map Pack, monthly SEO content, white-hat link building and digital PR, AI search optimization (AEO/GEO) for ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews, and transparent monthly reporting from a named strategist. Every SEO services Vancouver engagement is month-to-month with no long-term contract.

    • Technical SEO audit, Core Web Vitals, and indexing fixes
    • Keyword research and on-page optimization
    • Local SEO and Google Business Profile management
    • SEO content production and internal linking
    • Link building and digital PR
    • AEO/GEO optimization for AI search engines
    • Conversion tracking and monthly reporting
    • Dedicated Vancouver-based strategist

    Local SEO

    Local SEO is the foundation for any Vancouver business that serves customers in a specific geographic area. We optimize your Google Business Profile, build consistent local citations across directories, and create location-specific content so your business appears in the Google Map Pack when potential customers search for services near them. From dentists in Kitsilano to contractors in East Vancouver, our local SEO strategies are tailored to the neighbourhoods and communities you serve.

    Technical SEO

    A fast, crawlable website is non-negotiable for ranking in Vancouver's competitive market. Our technical SEO services include site speed optimization, Core Web Vitals improvements, crawl error resolution, structured data implementation, mobile responsiveness audits, and indexing fixes. We ensure your website meets Google's technical standards so your content has every opportunity to rank.

    On-Page SEO & Content Optimization

    We research the keywords your Vancouver customers actually search for and optimize your pages to match their intent. This includes title tags, meta descriptions, heading structure, internal linking, image alt text, and content quality improvements. Every page is built to satisfy both search engines and the people visiting your site.

    Off-Page SEO & Link Building

    Backlinks remain one of Google's strongest ranking signals. Our off-page SEO team earns high-quality, relevant backlinks through ethical outreach, industry directory listings, digital PR, and thought-leadership content. We never use risky tactics — every link we build is designed for long-term authority, not short-term manipulation.

    AI Search Optimization (AEO)

    Search is changing. Millions of Canadians now use AI-powered tools to find businesses and make decisions. Our AEO service structures your content with entity markup, FAQ blocks, and schema so AI systems like Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, and Perplexity can extract, understand, and cite your business in generated answers. We co-developed AI marketing curriculum with our sister company Mujo Learning Systems, so the strategies we implement are informed by how AI discovery actually works.

    PPC Advertising (Google Ads & Meta Ads)

    Paid advertising puts your Vancouver business in front of ready-to-buy customers immediately. We manage Google Ads and Meta Ads campaigns with keyword targeting, audience segmentation, landing page optimization, and conversion tracking. Our transparent reporting shows exactly what your ad spend produces.

    Web Design & Development

    Your website is where leads become customers. We design and develop WordPress, Shopify, and WooCommerce websites that are SEO-optimized from the ground up, mobile-responsive, and built to convert. Every site we build follows Core Web Vitals best practices and includes structured data for enhanced search visibility.

    Content Marketing

    Content drives organic traffic over the long term. We develop SEO content strategies, write blog posts, create landing pages, and produce industry-specific content that positions your business as an authority in your market. Every piece of content is keyword-researched, search-intent-aligned, and written to attract the customers you want.

    Benefits of Working With a Vancouver SEO Company

    Hiring an SEO company in Vancouver should give you more than rankings. Here is what our SEO services Vancouver clients get out of the engagement.

    A strategist who knows the local market

    Your SEO Vancouver campaign is run from our downtown Vancouver office on Pacific hours by a named strategist — not an offshore queue or a rotating account manager.

    Visibility in both search and AI answers

    Every program covers classic organic rankings plus AEO/GEO work so your business can be cited in Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, and Perplexity, not just the blue links.

    Map Pack and local visibility

    Google Business Profile optimization, citation consistency, reviews, and location content so Vancouver customers searching nearby can actually find you.

    Month-to-month, transparently priced

    Think SEO programs are published from $995/mo to $4,995/mo with no long-term contract — you stay because the reporting justifies it.

    Our Vancouver SEO Process

    The same four-step process runs behind every SEO Vancouver engagement, from single-location businesses to multi-location brands.

    1. Audit. Technical health, Core Web Vitals, indexing, on-page structure, local signals, backlink profile, and AEO/GEO readiness — reviewed against the Vancouver competitors actually ranking for your terms.
    2. Strategy. A prioritized roadmap: target keywords and intents, site architecture and internal linking, content plan, local SEO work, and the tracking needed to measure it.
    3. Execute. Technical fixes, on-page optimization, content production, Google Business Profile and citation work, link building and digital PR, and structured data for AI search.
    4. Measure and iterate. Monthly reporting on rankings, organic traffic, Map Pack visibility, conversions, and AI citations — plus a call with your strategist on what changes next.

    ThinkProfits vs. a Generic SEO Company or Consultant

    Most businesses comparing an SEO agency in Vancouver are really choosing between three options: a freelance SEO consultant, a generalist SEO firm, or a full search engine marketing Vancouver partner. Here is how we differ.

    What you're comparing Freelance SEO consultant Generic SEO company ThinkProfits
    Scope One person, limited hours Templated SEO packages Technical, content, local, AEO, and PPC under one Vancouver team
    Pricing Hourly, variable Quoted on request Published: $995–$4,995/mo
    Contracts Project-based Often 6–12 months Month-to-month, 30 days notice
    AI search (AEO/GEO) Rarely covered Usually add-on or absent Built into every program
    Local Vancouver focus Varies Often offshore delivery Downtown Vancouver office since 1996
    Reporting Ad hoc Task lists Activity → rankings → traffic → leads

    Choosing an SEO agency in Vancouver

    An SEO firm should be able to show you its process, its pricing, and its reporting before you sign anything. We publish all three. If you also need paid search, our Vancouver PPC management team runs search engine marketing Vancouver campaigns alongside your SEO, so organic and paid share keyword data instead of competing for it.

    Prefer to compare us against your current SEO company first? Book a free consultation and we'll review your site and one competitor side by side.

    Vancouver SEO by Industry

    Specialized SEO playbooks for the industries we work with most across Metro Vancouver. Each combines local SEO, technical foundations, and AI search optimization tuned to how your customers actually search.

    Don't see your industry? Book a free consultation — we've worked with 3,000+ businesses across nearly every sector.

    Why Vancouver Businesses Choose ThinkProfits

    From pioneering search in 1996 to leading AI-ready optimization today.

    Nearly Three Decades of Proven Results

    ThinkProfits has been delivering SEO and digital marketing results since 1996 — two years before Google even launched. Founder Shawn Moore started the company with a multi-million-dollar contract to digitize all 52 Canadian Yellow Pages books. Over 3,000 businesses across North America have worked with our team.

    We Teach What We Do

    Our team co-developed applied AI marketing textbooks with Mujo Learning Systems. These textbooks are used by over 180 colleges, universities, and high schools across North America to teach SEO and digital marketing.

    Google Partner & Shopify Partner

    Our certifications are not decorative. Every campaign follows Google's best practices, and our web development team builds sites that are SEO-ready from day one. We were nominated for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award and finalists for Technology Business of the Year.

    Transparent Pricing, No Contracts

    We publish our SEO pricing on our website. You can cancel at any time with 30 days written notice. We believe our results keep clients — not contracts.

    AI-First in a Changing Landscape

    While most agencies are still catching up to AI search, we have been structuring content for answer engines since the beginning. Our AEO strategies ensure your business gets cited in AI Overviews, ChatGPT, and Perplexity.

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    What Our Vancouver Clients Say

    5.0 rating based on 48 Google reviews · Proven results since 1996

    "Since signing on with ThinkProfits less than 1 year ago, we are on track for the most consistent financial growth we have ever seen in the business! Our inbound leads have increased by at least 3x with high quality clients ready to purchase."

    R A

    "I have had nothing but positive results from Think Profits, Shawn and his amazing team. The experience from the beginning to the end was above and beyond my expectations, including on integrity, knowledge, expertise, honesty, patience and communication."

    Karen Boykiw

    "The Think Profits team designed a fantastic website with great landing pages which leads to an exceptional user experience from start to finish. Well placed CTA's are driving more leads to our product offering."

    Nick Curtis

    Real Results

    Vancouver & BC Case Studies

    A snapshot of measurable outcomes from clients across British Columbia — law, home services, and education.

    Free Instant SEO Check for Your Vancouver Site

    Run our free SEO audit tool — get a score for on-page, technical, mobile, and AEO readiness in under 60 seconds. No signup.

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    What Our Vancouver SEO Services Include

    Every SEO campaign we run in Vancouver combines the same five workstreams. You get all of them under one strategist — not five vendors billing separately.

    Local SEO & Google Business Profile

    Map Pack rankings for Vancouver neighbourhoods, Google Business Profile optimization, citation cleanup, review generation, and location landing pages.

    Local SEO services →

    Technical SEO & Core Web Vitals

    Crawl and index audits, site architecture, internal linking, schema markup, page speed, and mobile usability fixes that unblock rankings.

    Full SEO services →

    Content Strategy & Production

    Keyword and intent mapping, service and location pages, and ongoing articles written by people who understand your industry and your Vancouver market.

    Content development →

    AI Search Optimization (AEO)

    Structuring your site so ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews can quote it — entity clarity, answer-first content, and citation-worthy source pages.

    AEO services →

    Paid Search to Fill the Gap

    SEO compounds, but it takes time. Many Vancouver clients run Google Ads alongside SEO for immediate lead flow, then taper spend as organic rankings take over.

    Vancouver PPC management →

    Reporting & Measurement

    GA4 and Search Console configured properly, call tracking where it matters, and monthly reporting that ties rankings to leads — not vanity impressions.

    Reporting & analytics →

    Vancouver SEO Pricing

    Transparent, month-to-month Think SEO programs. No long-term contracts, no hidden setup fees, cancel any time with 30 days notice.

    Think SEO Bronze

    $995/mo

    Solo operators & local startups

    • Up to 15 keywords
    • 1 blog / month
    • Monthly report
    • Technical + AEO baseline

    Think SEO Silver

    $1,895/mo

    Growing local businesses

    • Up to 35 keywords
    • 2 blogs / month
    • Monthly report + dashboard
    • Technical + AEO baseline

    Think SEO Gold

    $3,495/mo

    Competitive industries & multi-service

    • Up to 75 keywords
    • 4 blogs / month + on-page
    • Bi-weekly + dashboard
    • Technical + AEO baseline

    Think SEO Platinum

    $4,995/mo

    Multi-location & enterprise

    • Unlimited priority keywords
    • 8+ assets / month + digital PR
    • Weekly + dedicated strategist
    • Technical + AEO baseline
    Feature Bronze Silver Gold Platinum
    Monthly price (CAD) $995/mo $1,895/mo $3,495/mo $4,995/mo
    Tracked keywords Up to 15 keywords Up to 35 keywords Up to 75 keywords Unlimited priority keywords
    Content production 1 blog / month 2 blogs / month 4 blogs / month + on-page 8+ assets / month + digital PR
    Reporting Monthly report Monthly report + dashboard Bi-weekly + dashboard Weekly + dedicated strategist
    Google Business Profile Basic Optimized Optimized + posts Multi-location
    AEO / GEO optimization Baseline Standard Advanced Full programme
    Link building / digital PR Light Active Premium
    Dedicated strategist Shared Yes Senior, weekly

    All prices in CAD. Setup fees may apply for new accounts. Custom enterprise plans available on request.

    Our Vancouver SEO Process

    A repeatable, transparent process refined over 30 years of search engine optimization in Vancouver and across Canada.

    01

    Discovery & Free Consultation

    We start with a free 30-minute consultation to understand your Vancouver market, competitors, and goals. No obligation, no sales pressure.

    02

    Technical & SEO Audit

    Our team audits your site for technical health, on-page optimization, backlink profile, AEO/GEO readiness, and local SEO signals — 100+ checkpoints.

    03

    Strategy & Roadmap

    We deliver a prioritized 90-day roadmap mapped to your Think SEO tier, with keyword targets, content calendar, and technical fixes ranked by impact.

    04

    Execution: Technical, Content, Authority

    We implement technical fixes, publish search-intent content, optimize Google Business Profile, and build white-hat authority through digital PR and outreach.

    05

    AI Search Optimization (AEO + GEO)

    We layer entity markup, schema, and answer-first formatting so your business gets cited in ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Google AI Overviews.

    06

    Report, Iterate, Grow

    Every month you receive a transparent report tying activity to rankings, traffic, leads, and AI citations. We refine the plan based on real data.

    Meet the Founder

    Shawn Moore, Founder & CEO of ThinkProfits.com Inc.

    Shawn Moore

    Founder & CEO, ThinkProfits.com Inc.

    30+ years in search LinkedIn

    Shawn founded ThinkProfits in 1996 — two years before Google launched — with a multi-million-dollar contract to digitize all 52 Canadian Yellow Pages directories. Since then he has personally led SEO, PPC, and web strategy for more than 3,000 businesses across North America, from Vancouver startups to multi-location enterprise brands.

    Today Shawn leads ThinkProfits' AI search practice and co-developed the applied AI marketing curriculum with Mujo Learning Systems, now used by 180+ colleges, universities, and high schools across North America to teach the next generation of digital marketers.

    Serving Vancouver and the Greater Metro Vancouver Area

    ThinkProfits is headquartered in downtown Vancouver at 1388 Homer St, in the Yaletown-Crosstown corridor — surrounded by the tech startups, creative agencies, and professional services firms we have worked with for nearly three decades.

    We serve businesses across all of Metro Vancouver's distinct business communities. From the innovation hubs of Mount Pleasant and Gastown, where digital and creative companies cluster around the tech district, to the professional services firms along the Burrard Street financial corridor — our team understands the competitive dynamics that shape each area.

    Vancouver's business landscape is uniquely diverse. The city is home to major offices for companies like Amazon, SAP, and Microsoft, but the engine of the local economy is its small and medium-sized businesses. British Columbia has approximately 170,000 small employer businesses, and the Metro Vancouver region accounts for the majority of that activity. These businesses face a crowded and sophisticated digital market where ranking on the first page of Google requires more than basic SEO — it requires a partner who understands both the technical landscape and the local one.

    Our team also serves businesses in Burnaby, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Richmond, New Westminster, and Coquitlam. Whether you are a home services contractor covering the Tri-Cities, a healthcare practice in Kerrisdale, or a retail business on South Granville, we build SEO campaigns that connect you with the customers in your specific service area.

    Frequently Asked Questions About SEO in Vancouver

    What is included in SEO services in Vancouver?
    ThinkProfits' Vancouver SEO services include a technical SEO audit and fixes, keyword research and on-page optimization, Google Business Profile and local SEO for the Map Pack, monthly SEO content, white-hat link building and digital PR, AI search optimization (AEO/GEO) for ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews, plus conversion tracking and transparent monthly reporting from a named strategist.
    How do you choose an SEO company in Vancouver?
    Ask any Vancouver SEO company four things before you sign: do they publish pricing, do they require a long-term contract, can they show you a sample monthly report, and can they explain how they handle AI search (AEO/GEO) as well as classic rankings. ThinkProfits publishes pricing from $995/mo, works month-to-month, shares sample reporting on request, and builds AI search optimization into every program.
    How much do SEO services cost in Vancouver?
    SEO services in Vancouver typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 per month depending on competition and scope. ThinkProfits' Think SEO programs are transparently priced from $995/mo (Bronze) to $4,995/mo (Platinum) with no long-term contracts. We provide a free consultation to recommend the right tier for your goals and budget.
    How long does it take to see SEO results in Vancouver?
    Most Vancouver businesses begin seeing measurable improvements in rankings and traffic within three to six months. Competitive industries like real estate, law, or healthcare may take longer. ThinkProfits provides monthly reports so you can track progress from day one.
    Do you offer local SEO for businesses in Burnaby and North Vancouver?
    Yes. We serve businesses throughout Metro Vancouver including Burnaby, North Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey, West Vancouver, and Coquitlam. Each location receives a tailored local SEO strategy with city-specific Google Business Profile optimization and citation building.
    What is AI search optimization and why does it matter for Vancouver businesses?
    AI search optimization, also called AEO (Answer Engine Optimization), ensures your business gets cited by AI-powered search tools like Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, and Perplexity. ThinkProfits structures your content with entity markup, FAQ blocks, and schema so AI systems can extract and cite your business in generated answers.
    Is ThinkProfits a Google Partner agency?
    Yes. ThinkProfits is a certified Google Partner and Shopify Partner. We have been delivering SEO and digital marketing results since 1996, and our team co-developed AI marketing curriculum with Mujo Learning Systems, used by over 180 educational institutions across North America.
    Can you help my Vancouver e-commerce business with SEO?
    Absolutely. We provide e-commerce SEO for Shopify, WooCommerce, and custom platforms. Our strategies include product page optimization, category structure, technical SEO, and content marketing tailored to help Vancouver e-commerce businesses increase organic traffic and online sales.
    What industries does ThinkProfits specialize in for Vancouver SEO?
    We serve a wide range of industries including healthcare, legal, real estate, home services, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, and education. Our Vancouver team has delivered SEO results for over 3,000 businesses across these sectors since 1996.
    Do you offer a free SEO audit for Vancouver businesses?
    Yes. We offer a free SEO consultation where one of our Vancouver strategists walks through your site, competitors, and opportunities personally. We'll audit your on-page SEO, technical health, AEO/GEO readiness, and local signals — then deliver a prioritized roadmap with no obligation.
    What is the difference between SEO and AEO (AI search optimization)?
    Classic SEO optimizes for blue-link rankings on Google and Bing. AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) optimizes for being cited inside AI-generated answers from ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and Gemini. Both rely on strong content and technical foundations, but AEO adds entity clarity, structured data, and answer-first formatting so AI engines can quote you directly.
    Can ThinkProfits help my Vancouver business rank in ChatGPT and Perplexity?
    Yes. Our AEO and GEO services are specifically designed to improve how often your business is cited inside ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and Google AI Overviews. We optimize entity signals, structured data, brand mentions across the web, and answer-formatted content so AI engines understand and surface your business.
    Do you require long-term contracts?
    No. All Think SEO programs are month-to-month. You can cancel at any time with 30 days written notice. We believe results should keep clients — not contracts.
    How do you measure SEO success?
    We track keyword rankings, organic traffic, Google Business Profile views and calls, conversion events (form fills, calls, purchases), and AI citation visibility. Every Vancouver client receives a monthly report tying activity to outcomes, plus a live dashboard for on-demand metrics.
    What size businesses do you work with in Vancouver?
    We work with everything from solo professionals and growing local shops to multi-location brands and enterprise clients. Our Think SEO tiers are sized accordingly — Bronze and Silver suit small Vancouver businesses, Gold and Platinum suit competitive or multi-location operators.
    Do you do SEO for brand-new websites?
    Yes. New websites benefit most from getting SEO right from day one — technical foundations, site architecture, schema, content silos, and AEO formatting. Launching with SEO baked in is dramatically cheaper than retrofitting later.
    How is ThinkProfits different from other Vancouver SEO companies?
    Three things: 30 years of search experience predating Google itself, AI-first methodology co-developed with our sister education company Mujo Learning Systems, and fully transparent pricing with no contracts. We publish our prices, we publish our process, and our 5.0 Google rating across 48 reviews speaks to the results.
    What is the difference between an SEO agency and an SEO company in Vancouver?
    In practice the terms are used interchangeably. What matters is scope and staffing: some Vancouver SEO providers only handle on-page work or content, while a full-service SEO agency in Vancouver covers technical SEO, on-page, local SEO and Google Business Profile, content, link building, AI search optimization, and reporting under one team. ThinkProfits delivers the full scope in-house from our downtown Vancouver office.
    Do you provide SEO services across Vancouver BC and the Lower Mainland?
    Yes. Our SEO services cover Vancouver BC and the surrounding Lower Mainland, including Burnaby, Richmond, North and West Vancouver, Surrey, and Coquitlam. Each location gets its own keyword targets, Google Business Profile optimization, and local landing page work rather than one generic city page.
    What proof do you have of results for Vancouver clients?
    Our published case studies include Thomas & Associates (Vancouver family law), John Sadler Plumbing & Heating (Lower Mainland home services), and Sprott Shaw College (BC education). Each case study on this site details the work performed and the outcomes reported, and our Google profile carries a 5.0 rating across 48 reviews.

    How to Choose a Vancouver SEO Company: A Buyer's Guide

    Hiring the right Vancouver SEO partner can compound your growth for years — hiring the wrong one can quietly drain budget for the same period. Use the questions below to vet any agency you talk to, including us.

    • Do they publish pricing? Transparent pricing signals a productized, repeatable process. Vague "starting at" answers usually mean made-up-on-the-spot quotes.
    • Are they certified? Look for Google Partner and platform partnerships (Shopify, Meta). Certifications mean their methods are reviewed by the platforms themselves.
    • Do they require long contracts? Modern SEO agencies should earn the renewal monthly. 12-month lock-ins exist to protect the agency, not you.
    • Can they explain AEO and GEO? If they only talk about "ranking on Google," they're a decade behind. AI search (ChatGPT, Perplexity, AI Overviews) is where buyer journeys now begin.
    • Are reviews real and recent? Verified Google reviews from named Vancouver businesses are far more reliable than testimonials hosted on the agency's own site.
    • Will they show their reporting? Ask to see a sample monthly report before signing. Reports should connect activity → rankings → traffic → leads, not just list tasks completed.

    Want a head start? Book a free consultation and we'll audit your site and a competitor's together — no obligation, no pressure.

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