Price guide:in
Digital publishers advertising cost in Vancouver
2026 rates · Updated October 2026 · Estimates
A sponsored article in Vancouver typically costs $1,200 to $9,600 (per article). Most first campaigns start around $1,200.
Prices by format
| Format | Unit | Low (est.) | High (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sponsored article | per article | $1,200 | $9,600 |
| Display banners | CPM | $9.60 | $24 |
| Newsletter sponsorship | per send | $600 | $4,200 |
| Social post on publisher account | per post | $500 | $3,600 |
Estimated direct-booking ranges, before agency fees, production and tax.
What changes the price
- Audience size and how local it is.
- Format: sponsored stories cost more than banners.
- Bundles with newsletters and social posts.
Where to buy in Vancouver
Vancouver Is Awesome
Local digital publisher · display, sponsored articles, social
From $1,500per post · est.
Burnaby Now
Community news site · display, sponsored content
From $12per CPM · est.
Tri-City News
Community news site · display, sponsored content
From $12per CPM · est.
Black Press Media network
150+ community titles · network print & digital buys, sponsored content
From $10per CPM · est.
Daily Hive
Urban digital publisher · sponsored content, display, social, video
From $3,000per post · est.
Curiocity
City lifestyle publisher · sponsored articles, social
From $2,000per post · est.
The Georgia Straight
Arts & entertainment site · display, sponsored content
From $12per CPM · est.
Sing Tao Daily (Canada)
Chinese news site & app (print ended 2022) · display, advertorials
From $150per week · est.
Vansky
Chinese community portal · display, classifieds
From $150per week · est.
Uber Advertising
In-app Journey Ads & Uber Eats sponsored listings
From $10per CPM · est.
Driving.ca
Automotive site · display, video, sponsored reviews
From $2,000per post · est.
Windspeaker
Indigenous news site · display, sponsored content
From $12per CPM · est.
Common questions
How much does digital publishers advertising cost in Vancouver?
Expect $1,200 to $9,600 for a sponsored article (per article). These are planning estimates; outlets quote final rates.
What is the minimum budget?
About $1,200 for a first campaign.
Do I need an agency?
No. Build a plan here and the outlets' own representatives contact you with quotes.
How far ahead should I book?
Two to four weeks is typical.
Plan a campaign in Vancouver
Get matched with digital publishers and other outlets that fit your budget.