About Us
Discover how Advertek became a trusted leader in high-quality printing.
Our Approach
At Advertek, we combine innovation and sustainability with advanced technology and a customer-first focus, delivering precision-driven print solutions that exceed expectations in every project.
Our Values
We are committed to integrity, efficiency, and responsibility, fostering innovation, diligence, and collaboration to build strong, lasting relationships and deliver exceptional results.
Our Story
Founded in 1996 as a family-owned print shop in North York, Advertek began with just eight employees and a dedication to quality and service. By 2003, we relocated to a 16,000 sq. ft. facility in Vaughan and added our first 40″ 6 colour Heidelberg press to meet growing client needs. In 2006, we rebranded with “Your Message, Your Market,” reflecting our commitment to being more than a print provider.
Over the years, we’ve expanded our capabilities through acquisitions, including Peel Graphics and Smart Lazer Graphics, and the introduction of services like Large Format Printing and Print-on-Demand. In 2016, we broadened our reach by opening a second facility in Brampton, operating out of two locations to better serve our customers.
In 2019, our rebrand to “Going Beyond Ink” marked our transformation into a full-service solutions provider. In 2024, we reached a new milestone with the acquisition of Custom Colour Imaging and moved to a state-of-the-art, 77,000 sq. ft. facility in Toronto, uniting all operations under one roof.
As a proud family-owned business, we continue to grow, innovate, and prepare for the next generation of leadership while helping businesses connect with their customers through exceptional print solutions.
ACQUISITION OF ADVERTEK SALES & MARKETING
A modest eight employee shop at our inception with our office located at 30 LePage Crt., in North York.
8 employees
PURCHASE OF 40" HEIDELBERG PRESS & OFFICE RELOCATION
We purchased our first 40″ Heidelberg press and due to rapid growth, moved to a 16,000 sq. ft. building at 111 Strada Dr. in Vaughan.
18 employees
“YOUR MESSAGE, YOUR MARKET” RE-BRAND
The objective was to re-position Advertek as a strategic partner in the communication industry, offering more than just “ink on paper” and that Advertek was able to meet the current challenges in the industry and be able to grow with it’s clients for the future.“Your message, your market” was the ‘brand line’ developed as the core message.
25 employees
XEROX DIGITAL PRINTER & OFFICE RELOCATION
As the industry evolved we invested in the digital print world and purchased a state-of-the-art Xerox digital printer. We also relocated to our new 30,000 sq. ft. office at 100 Innovation Dr. in Vaughan.
35 employees
PEEL GRAPHICS ACQUISITION
A strategic move was made to acquire Peel Graphics – further expanding Advertek’s abundant list of services.
55 employees
LAUNCH LARGE FORMAT OFFERING
The launch of our Large Format Printing Division, marked another significant expansion to our already large list of capabilities and services.
55 employees
ACQUISITION OF SLG GROUP
Another strategic move made to acquire Smart Lazer Graphics and further expand our services: branding, creative design services, customized e-stores, litho sheetfed, wide format and digital printing, direct mail and full letter shop services, binding and die cutting services with specialty finishes, fulfillment, warehousing, distribution and remote access proofing.
75 employees
LAUNCH PRINT-ON-DEMAND & DYE-SUBLIMATION
The Introduction of Print-on-Demand
and Dye-Sublimation services. This expansion highlighted our commitment to innovative solutions and client success.
75 employees
“GOING BEYOND INK” RE-BRAND
We embarked on a comprehensive re-branding initiative to transform our corporate identity into more than just a printing service. This led to the creation of our slogan, “Going Beyond Ink.” The re-brand included redesigning our logo, crafting a new slogan, developing a complete stationery package, and completely overhauling and rebuilding our website.
ACQUISITION OF CCI & RELOCATION TO TORONTO OFFICE
Strategic acquisition of Custom Colour Imaging, a renowned specialist in print-on-demand services for more than 50 years. Relocating our Brampton and Vaughan facilities to our new state-of-the-art 77,000 sq. ft. space located in Toronto.
90 employees
1999
ACQUISITION OF ADVERTEK SALES & MARKETING
A modest eight employee shop at our inception with our office located at 30 LePage Crt., in North York.
8 employees
2003
PURCHASE OF 40″ HEIDELBERG PRESS & OFFICE RELOCATION
We purchased our first 40″ Heidelberg press and due to rapid growth, moved to a 16,000 sq. ft. building at 111 Strada Dr. in Vaughan.
18 employees
2006
“YOUR MESSAGE, YOUR MARKET” RE-BRAND
The objective was to re-position Advertek as a strategic partner in the communication industry, offering more than just “ink on paper” and that Advertek was able to meet the current challenges in the industry and be able to grow with it’s clients for the future.“Your message, your market” was the ‘brand line’ developed as the core message.
25 employees
2010
“XEROX DIGITAL PRINTER & OFFICE RELOCATION
As the industry evolved we invested in the digital print world and purchased a state-of-the-art Xerox digital printer. We also relocated to our new 30,000 sq. ft. office at 100 Innovation Dr. in Vaughan.
35 employees
2013
PEEL GRAPHICS ACQUISITION
A strategic move was made to acquire Peel Graphics – further expanding Advertek’s abundant list of services.
55 employees
2014
LAUNCH LARGE FORMAT OFFERING
The launch of our Large Format Printing Division, marked another significant expansion to our already large list of capabilities and services.
55 employees
2016
ACQUISITION OF SLG GROUP
Another strategic move made to acquire Smart Lazer Graphics and further expand our services: branding, creative design services, customized e-stores, litho sheetfed, wide format and digital printing, direct mail and full letter shop services, binding and die cutting services with specialty finishes, fulfillment, warehousing, distribution and remote access proofing.
75 employees
2018
LAUNCH PRINT-ON-DEMAND & DYE-SUBLIMATION
The Introduction of Print-on-Demand and Dye-Sublimation services. This expansion highlighted our commitment to innovative solutions and client success.
75 employees
2019
“GOING BEYOND INK” RE-BRAND
We embarked on a comprehensive re-branding initiative to transform our corporate identity into more than just a printing service. This led to the creation of our slogan, “Going Beyond Ink.” The re-brand included redesigning our logo, crafting a new slogan, developing a complete stationery package, and completely overhauling and rebuilding our website.
2024
ACQUISITION OF CCI & RELOCATION TO TORONTO OFFICE
Strategic acquisition of Custom Colour Imaging, a renowned specialist in print-on-demand services for more than 50 years. Relocating our Brampton and Vaughan facilities to our new state-of-the-art 75,000 sq. ft. space located in Toronto.
90 employees
ACQUISITION OF ADVERTEK SALES & MARKETING
A modest eight employee shop at our inception with our office located at 30 LePage Crt., in North York.
8 employees
PURCHASE OF 40" HEIDELBERG PRESS & OFFICE RELOCATION
We purchased our first 40″ Heidelberg press and due to rapid growth, moved to a 16,000 sq. ft. building at 111 Strada Dr. in Vaughan.
18 employees
“YOUR MESSAGE, YOUR MARKET” RE-BRAND
The objective was to re-position Advertek as a strategic partner in the communication industry, offering more than just “ink on paper” and that Advertek was able to meet the current challenges in the industry and be able to grow with it’s clients for the future.“Your message, your market” was the ‘brand line’ developed as the core message.
25 employees
XEROX DIGITAL PRINTER & OFFICE RELOCATION
As the industry evolved we invested in the digital print world and purchased a state-of-the-art Xerox digital printer. We also relocated to our new 30,000 sq. ft. office at 100 Innovation Dr. in Vaughan.
35 employees
PEEL GRAPHICS ACQUISITION
A strategic move was made to acquire Peel Graphics – further expanding Advertek’s abundant list of services.
55 employees
LAUNCH LARGE FORMAT OFFERING
55 employees
ACQUISITION OF SLG GROUP
Another strategic move made to acquire Smart Lazer Graphics and further expand our services: branding, creative design services, customized e-stores, litho sheetfed, wide format and digital printing, direct mail and full letter shop services, binding and die cutting services with specialty finishes, fulfillment, warehousing, distribution and remote access proofing.
75 employees
LAUNCH PRINT-ON-DEMAND & DYE-SUBLIMATION
The Introduction of Print-on-Demand
and Dye-Sublimation services. This expansion highlighted our commitment to innovative solutions and client success.
75 employees
“GOING BEYOND INK” RE-BRAND
We embarked on a comprehensive re-branding initiative to transform our corporate identity into more than just a printing service. This led to the creation of our slogan, “Going Beyond Ink.” The re-brand included redesigning our logo, crafting a new slogan, developing a complete stationery package, and completely overhauling and rebuilding our website.
ACQUISITION OF CCI & RELOCATION TO TORONTO OFFICE
Strategic acquisition of Custom Colour Imaging, a renowned specialist in print-on-demand services for more than 50 years. Relocating our Brampton and Vaughan facilities to our new state-of-the-art 75,000 sq. ft. space located in Toronto.
90 employees