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CASL: Email Marketing Rules for Canadian Businesses
CASL governs every commercial email your business sends in Canada. Learn the consent rules, message requirements, and penalties you need to know about.
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Custom Website Design
Make the Right
First Impression
We build websites that look professional, load instantly, and make it obvious why you're the right choice.
Web Design Methodology
Six layers, one experience.
Every detail, intentional.
1
Design & Brand
Brand Identity Design
Your website is often the first impression. We design it to feel like your business - not a template with your logo dropped in.
- Typography chosen to match your brand voice
- Color palette that builds instant recognition
- Layout that guides visitors to what matters
- Custom imagery that tells your story
2
User Experience
UX Design & Usability
Good UX is invisible. Visitors find what they need without friction, without confusion, without thinking about it.
- Navigation that makes sense immediately
- Information organized by importance
- Clear paths to contact, buy, or learn more
- Accessible to users of all abilities
3
Mobile-First
Mobile Responsive Design
More than half your visitors are on phones. We design for mobile first, then scale up - not the other way around.
- Touch targets sized for thumbs
- Fast performance on cellular networks
- Text readable without zooming
- Layouts that adapt to any screen
4
Performance
Website Speed Optimization
Speed affects everything - user experience, search rankings, conversion rates. We build fast by default.
- Sub-2-second load times
- Images optimized without quality loss
- Code that doesn't bloat
- Global CDN for fast delivery everywhere
5
Security
Website Security
Your visitors trust you with their information. We build that trust into every layer of your site.
- HTTPS encryption on every page
- Security headers configured properly
- Form protection against spam and attacks
- Safe handling of any data collected
6
Technical SEO
Search Engine Optimization
A beautiful site nobody finds is a waste. We build the technical foundation search engines need to rank you.
- Semantic HTML that Google understands
- Structured data for rich search results
- Meta titles and descriptions configured
- Fast load times boost rankings
Custom Website Portfolio
Websites that deliver.
Every time.
mayobizcoaching.ca
Consulting
Mayo Biz Coaching
Building brilliance together
Business coaching and consulting for entrepreneurs and small business owners in Ontario.
etruscan.com
Construction
Etruscan Custom Homes
Crafting dream homes
Custom home builder creating beautiful residences with meticulous attention to detail.
hcdesignbuild.co
Construction
HC Design Build
Veteran-owned renovation experts
Kitchen remodeling, bathroom renovation, and structural work in Portland.
Website Design Reviews
Real results.
Real stories.
“YLX transformed our online presence completely. Matthew and his team delivered a website that not only looks incredible but actually generates leads for our construction business. The performance is outstanding and the ongoing support gives us peace of mind. I can't recommend them highly enough.”
Thomas Hall
Owner, HC Design-Build, LLC
Portland, Oregon
“After partnering with YLX team and Matt the value of my website as a tool has grown exponentially. The team at YLX not only has a strong IT technical prowess, they also have a strong business acumen and understand the needs of an entrepreneur. Easy conversations, accurate and timely work with a creative flair have been the norm. I highly recommend this team as they are collaborative and creative. They will build and support a very strong web tool for you and your org.”
Mark Mayo
Owner, Mayo Biz Coaching & Consulting
Guelph, Ontario
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Cookie Consent for Canadian Websites: What You Actually Need
Not every Canadian website needs a cookie banner. Here's when consent is required under PIPEDA and Quebec's Law 25, and how to set one up properly.
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Google Analytics Privacy in Canada: Is Your Setup Compliant?
GA4 is on most business websites, but most setups need changes for Canadian privacy law. Learn how to configure Google Analytics for PIPEDA and Law 25.
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