RED Color Crayon, a local web design agency has launched an initiative aimed squarely at helping Saskatoon’s small business owners to own a website at a very low cost.
The offer, which includes a fully functional website tailored to the business’s needs, basic search engine optimization (SEO), and mobile responsiveness, is part of the agency’s new campaign to support the Buy Canadian movement and boost the visibility of small local businesses.
Red Color Crayon’s initiative comes at a time when inflation and rising operating costs have forced many small businesses to tighten budgets and delay digital investments — often to their detriment. According to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), nearly 40% of small businesses in Canada still don’t have a website.
What makes the offer even more striking is its pricing. Standard web development services can range from $3,000 to $5,000 or more. Red Color Crayon’s $1000 flat rate seems almost implausible, with the first year hosting and domain costs included in the cost.
The package includes up to five custom pages — such as a homepage, services, about, contact, and a gallery or blog — along with a user-friendly content management system so clients can make future updates themselves.
Reactions among local entrepreneurs have been swift and enthusiastic.
“It’s a game-changer,” said Simbo, an insurance broker who gave the Red Color Crayon offer a shot. “I’ve been quoted over $3,000 in the past, which I just couldn’t swing. Now I’ve got a clean, professional website that customers can actually find.”
For Red Color Crayon, the campaign is more than just a promotional tactic — it’s part of a broader philosophy of local support and national pride.
“We’re big believers in buying local and supporting Canadian businesses,” the spokesman for Red Color Crayon said. “That’s why we’ve prioritized working with clients in and around Saskatoon. We’re build websites — but we’re also building a stronger local economy.”
Small business owners interested in the opportunity can reach out to the agency at info@redcolorcrayon.com.
