How much does video production cost in Toronto?
Video production in Toronto typically costs $1,500 to $15,000+, based on a line-item cost model of local crew, gear, and post-production rates, checked against pricing across 66 Toronto companies (updated July 2026). Simple social or real-estate videos start around $850 to $2,500; corporate videos usually run $5,800 to $10,850; brand films and commercials can reach $45,000+. All figures CAD, pre-tax.
2026 Toronto prices by video type
| Type of video | Starting | Typical |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Video | $1,800 | $5,800 – $10,850 |
| Brand Film | $3,750 | $24,750 – $46,200 |
| Commercial / TVC | $5,050 | $24,100 – $45,000 |
| Social & UGC | $1,500 | $5,150 – $9,650 |
| Event Coverage | $1,550 | $4,000 – $7,450 |
| Real Estate Video | $850 | $2,250 – $4,200 |
| Product Video | $1,850 | $6,150 – $11,500 |
| Explainer & Animation | $2,500 | $6,950 – $12,950 |
| Testimonial Video | $2,000 | $7,750 – $14,500 |
| Drone / Aerial | $1,550 | $2,300 – $4,300 |
| Music Video | $5,000 | $10,550 – $19,700 |
| Livestream | $5,050 | $8,900 – $16,650 |
| Training Video | $1,650 | $5,900 – $11,000 |
Last updated July 2026. Pre-tax CAD. Each link opens a full cost breakdown for that video type. Crew pricing: videographer day rates in Toronto.
Cost by video length
Buyers often budget by runtime, so here is what typical projects cost at common lengths — but note the real driver is crew and shoot days, not the length of the final cut:
- 30-second video: $1,500–$2,850 as social content; $5,000+ as a commercial; $24,000+ broadcast-grade.
- 1-minute video: $1,500–$3,000 lean production; $5,800–$10,850 with a full professional crew.
- 2-minute video: $5,800–$10,850 for a typical corporate video; premium productions higher.
- Longer content (training, events): priced by shoot days and editing scope; see training and event breakdowns.
Related: what a small budget gets you · how to hire a videographer.
Toronto video production cost: FAQ
- How much does video production cost in Toronto?
- Most video production in Toronto costs between $1,500 and $15,000. Simple social, drone, or real-estate videos start around $850 to $2,500. Corporate videos usually run $5,800 to $10,850. Brand films and commercials with full crew and licensing can reach $45,000 or more.
- How much does a 1-minute video cost in Toronto?
- A 1-minute video typically costs $1,500 to $3,000 for lean social-style production, or $5,800 to $10,850 with a professional crew. Runtime itself barely moves the price; crew size and shoot days do.
- How much does a 2-minute corporate video cost?
- A 2-minute corporate video in Toronto typically costs $5,800 to $10,850 with a standard professional crew and one shoot day. Premium multi-day productions run higher.
- How much should I budget for a 30-second commercial?
- A basic 30-second commercial for digital use starts around $5,000. Broadcast-grade commercials with full crew, talent, and licensing typically run $24,000 to $45,000 or more in Toronto.
- Are these prices before or after tax?
- All figures are pre-tax Canadian dollars. Ontario HST (13%) is added on top.
- What is the cost per finished minute of video in Canada?
- Per-finished-minute pricing is a rough industry shorthand of about $1,500 to $10,000 per minute depending on production level. In practice Toronto companies price by crew, shoot days, and deliverables, which is how the figures on this page are built.
- How can I lower my video production budget?
- Use fewer shoot days, choose a leaner production tier, or capture several videos in one shoot so the cost spreads across more deliverables. See what each budget level realistically buys in our affordable video production guide.