Mobile App Development Services in Canada

Big0 delivers world-class mobile app development services across Canada, creating innovative iOS and Android applications that serve the unique needs of the Canadian market. Our expertise spans bilingual app development, PIPEDA-compliant data handling, and integration with Canadian payment systems and infrastructure.

With development teams in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, and Ottawa, we understand the Canadian market's specific requirements, from bilingual interfaces for Quebec to compliance with federal and provincial privacy regulations. Our mobile solutions help Canadian businesses compete globally while serving local markets effectively.

Why Canadian Businesses Choose Big0 for Mobile App Development

Bilingual Mobile Excellence We specialize in creating truly bilingual mobile applications that serve both English and French-speaking Canadians. Our apps feature dynamic language switching, culturally appropriate content, and Quebec French localization that meets provincial language requirements.

PIPEDA-Compliant Mobile Privacy Our mobile apps are designed with Canadian privacy law at their core. We implement PIPEDA-compliant data collection, storage, and processing, ensuring your app meets federal privacy requirements while building user trust across all provinces.

Canadian Payment Integration We integrate Canadian payment systems seamlessly, including Interac, major Canadian banks (RBC, TD, Scotiabank, BMO, CIBC), Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Canadian credit card processors like Moneris and Bambora.

Cross-Platform Development Using React Native, Flutter, and native iOS/Android development, we create apps that work flawlessly across devices while maximizing code reuse and reducing development costs.

Comprehensive Mobile App Development Services

iOS App Development

Native Swift Development Building high-performance iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI for iPhones and iPads. Our apps leverage the latest iOS features while maintaining compatibility with older versions to reach maximum Canadian users.

App Store Optimization for Canada We optimize your app for the Canadian App Store, including bilingual app descriptions, Canadian-specific keywords, screenshots featuring Canadian content, and compliance with Apple's Canadian guidelines.

Apple Pay Integration Seamless integration of Apple Pay for secure, convenient payments. We implement Canadian-specific payment flows and integrate with major Canadian financial institutions.

HealthKit & Canadian Health Integration For healthcare apps, we integrate with Apple HealthKit while ensuring compliance with provincial health privacy requirements (PHIPA in Ontario, PIPA in BC/Alberta).

Android App Development

Kotlin & Java Development Creating robust Android applications using modern Kotlin alongside Java where needed. Our apps support the wide range of Android devices popular in Canada, from budget phones to flagship devices.

Google Play Store Canada Optimizing your app for Google Play Store Canada with bilingual listings, Canadian screenshots, and compliance with Google's policies and Canadian regulations.

Google Pay Integration Complete Google Pay integration for Android users, connecting to Canadian banks and payment processors with secure tokenization and fraud prevention.

Material Design with Canadian Branding Implementing Google's Material Design principles while incorporating your Canadian brand identity and meeting accessibility standards.

Cross-Platform Mobile Development

React Native Applications Developing high-quality apps using React Native, sharing up to 90% of code between iOS and Android while maintaining native performance and user experience.

Flutter Development Building beautiful, natively compiled applications using Google's Flutter framework. Perfect for apps requiring complex animations and custom UI designs.

Bilingual Architecture Implementing robust internationalization (i18n) architecture that supports dynamic language switching between English and French, including right-to-left text handling where needed.

Offline-First Architecture Creating apps that work seamlessly even in areas with poor connectivity, crucial for serving rural and northern Canadian communities.

Canadian Payment & Banking Integration

Interac Integration Full integration with Interac e-Transfer, Interac Debit, and Interac Flash for mobile payments. We handle the complexities of Interac's APIs and certification requirements.

Canadian Bank APIs Connecting to major Canadian banks through their mobile banking APIs for balance inquiries, transfers, bill payments, and account management.

Moneris & Payment Processors Integration with Moneris, Bambora, Square, and other Canadian payment processors for secure credit and debit card processing.

Cryptocurrency & Digital Wallets Supporting Canadian cryptocurrency exchanges and digital wallets for businesses operating in this space, with full regulatory compliance.

Enterprise Mobile Solutions

Mobile Banking Applications Developing secure banking apps that meet OSFI requirements and connect to Canadian core banking systems. Features include biometric authentication, secure messaging, and real-time transaction processing.

Healthcare Mobile Apps Creating PIPEDA and provincial privacy-compliant healthcare applications for telemedicine, patient portals, appointment scheduling, and health record access.

Retail & E-commerce Apps Building mobile shopping experiences integrated with Canadian e-commerce platforms, inventory systems, and shipping providers (Canada Post, Purolator, Canpar).

Field Service Applications Developing apps for field technicians, delivery drivers, and mobile workers that work across Canada's vast geography, including offline capabilities for remote areas.

Mobile App Technology Stack

Frontend Mobile Technologies

• iOS: Swift 5.9+, SwiftUI, UIKit, Combine
• Android: Kotlin, Java, Jetpack Compose, Android SDK
• Cross-Platform: React Native, Flutter, Xamarin
• UI Frameworks: Material Design, Apple Human Interface Guidelines

Backend & API Infrastructure

• Languages: Node.js, Python, Go, .NET Core
• Frameworks: Express, FastAPI, Django, ASP.NET Core
• APIs: RESTful APIs, GraphQL, gRPC
• Real-time: WebSockets, Firebase, Socket.io

Canadian Cloud Infrastructure

• AWS Canada (Montreal, Calgary regions)
• Azure Canada (Toronto, Quebec City)
• Google Cloud Canada (Montreal)
• IBM Cloud Canada (Montreal, Toronto)

Database Technologies

• SQL: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server
• NoSQL: MongoDB, Firebase Firestore, DynamoDB
• Caching: Redis, Memcached
• Local: SQLite, Realm, Core Data

Payment & Financial Services

• Interac APIs
• Moneris Gateway
• Bambora (Worldline)
• Stripe Canada
• Square Canada
• Canadian bank APIs (RBC, TD, Scotiabank)

Security & Compliance

• Encryption: AES-256, TLS 1.3, certificate pinning
• Authentication: OAuth 2.0, JWT, biometric auth
• PIPEDA: Data encryption, consent management
• PCI DSS: Secure payment data handling

Our Mobile App Development Process

1. Discovery & Strategy (2-3 Weeks)

Market Research Analyzing the Canadian mobile market, identifying opportunities, and understanding your target audience across different provinces and demographics.

Bilingual Strategy Planning language support, content strategy for English and French, and Quebec-specific requirements if applicable.

Technical Architecture Designing scalable architecture that supports Canadian infrastructure, privacy requirements, and future growth.

Budget & Timeline Transparent CAD pricing with detailed breakdown of development phases, resources, and deliverables.

2. Design & Prototyping (3-4 Weeks)

UX Research Conducting user research with Canadian users, creating personas, and mapping user journeys specific to Canadian contexts.

UI Design Creating beautiful, accessible interfaces that work for both English and French content, following iOS and Android design guidelines.

Prototyping Developing interactive prototypes for user testing and stakeholder feedback before development begins.

Accessibility Ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and Canadian accessibility requirements.

3. Development (8-16 Weeks)

Agile Sprints Two-week sprints with regular demos, allowing for feedback and adjustments throughout development.

API Development Building robust backend APIs hosted in Canadian data centers for data sovereignty and low latency.

Third-Party Integration Integrating Canadian payment systems, mapping services, analytics, and other required services.

Quality Assurance Continuous testing on real devices, automated testing, and bilingual content verification.

4. Testing & Launch (2-3 Weeks)

Beta Testing Private beta releases to gather feedback from real Canadian users across different provinces and devices.

App Store Submission Managing submission to Apple App Store and Google Play Store Canada, including bilingual app descriptions and metadata.

Soft Launch Gradual rollout to Canadian users, monitoring performance, and addressing any issues before full launch.

Marketing Support Assisting with app launch marketing, press releases, and promotional strategies for the Canadian market.

5. Ongoing Support & Maintenance

Performance Monitoring 24/7 monitoring of app performance, server health, and user experience across Canadian networks (Rogers, Bell, Telus).

Regular Updates Keeping your app current with iOS and Android updates, new device support, and feature enhancements.

Analytics & Optimization Tracking user behavior, conversion rates, and engagement to continuously improve your app.

Security Patches Proactive security updates to protect against emerging threats and maintain PIPEDA compliance.

Industry-Specific Mobile Solutions

Financial Services Mobile Apps

Digital Banking Creating secure, OSFI-compliant mobile banking applications with features like biometric login, mobile check deposit, bill payment, and e-transfers.

Investment & Trading Apps Building real-time trading platforms integrated with Canadian exchanges (TSX, TSXV) and investment platforms.

Insurance Apps Developing mobile insurance applications for policy management, claims submission, and telematics for auto insurance.

Cryptocurrency Wallets Creating secure cryptocurrency wallets compliant with FINTRAC regulations and Canadian securities law.

Healthcare Mobile Applications

Telemedicine Platforms Building PIPEDA-compliant telehealth apps supporting video consultations, secure messaging, and integration with provincial health systems.

Patient Portals Creating mobile access to health records, lab results, appointment booking, and prescription renewals.

Medical Device Integration Connecting mobile apps to medical devices and wearables for remote patient monitoring.

Mental Health Apps Developing confidential mental health support apps with crisis resources and connections to Canadian mental health services.

Retail & E-commerce

Mobile Shopping Apps Building feature-rich shopping apps integrated with Canadian payment processors, inventory systems, and shipping providers.

Loyalty Programs Creating digital loyalty card apps with points tracking, personalized offers, and in-store scanning.

Augmented Reality Implementing AR features for virtual product try-ons, furniture placement, and interactive shopping experiences.

Click & Collect Supporting buy-online-pickup-in-store workflows popular with Canadian retailers.

Education & E-Learning

Learning Management Systems Creating mobile-first LMS apps for Canadian schools, colleges, and universities with bilingual support.

Language Learning Building apps that help Canadians learn English or French with content specific to Canadian contexts.

Student Services Developing campus apps for course registration, grades, campus maps, and student communications.

Virtual Classrooms Supporting remote learning with live video, screen sharing, and collaborative features.

Mobile App Development Across Canada

Toronto Mobile App Development

Canada's largest tech hub with access to world-class talent. We develop apps for Toronto's diverse industries including finance (Bay Street), healthcare (hospital networks), and retail.

Key Focus: Fintech apps, enterprise solutions, multicultural apps Industries Served: Banking, insurance, healthcare, retail, professional services Infrastructure: AWS Canada (Montreal), Azure Canada East (Toronto)

Vancouver Mobile App Development

Serving BC's thriving tech scene with apps for natural resources, film production, tourism, and clean tech industries.

Key Focus: IoT apps, resource management, tourism apps Industries Served: Natural resources, film/media, tourism, clean tech Infrastructure: AWS Canada West (Calgary), Azure Canada East

Montreal Mobile App Development

Canada's bilingual tech capital. Specialized in creating French-first and bilingual apps serving Quebec and francophone markets globally.

Key Focus: Bilingual apps, gaming, AI/ML integration, creative industries Industries Served: Gaming, aerospace, AI research, creative services Infrastructure: AWS Canada (Montreal), Google Cloud Montreal, Azure Canada Central

Calgary Mobile App Development

Supporting Alberta's energy sector transformation with mobile solutions for oil & gas, renewables, and agriculture.

Key Focus: Industrial IoT, field service apps, energy sector solutions Industries Served: Energy, agriculture, construction, logistics Infrastructure: AWS Canada West (Calgary)

Ottawa Mobile App Development

Serving government, defense, and telecom sectors with secure, compliant mobile applications.

Key Focus: Government apps, secure communications, telecom solutions Industries Served: Government, defense, telecommunications, cybersecurity Infrastructure: Azure Canada East, AWS Canada (Montreal)

PIPEDA Compliance for Mobile Apps

Privacy by Design

Data Minimization Collecting only the personal information necessary for app functionality, with clear explanations of why each data point is needed.

Consent Management Implementing granular consent mechanisms allowing users to control what data is collected and how it's used.

Purpose Specification Clearly stating the purpose of data collection before gathering personal information, with no secondary uses without additional consent.

User Rights Providing easy access for users to view, correct, or delete their personal information as required by PIPEDA.

Secure Data Handling

Encryption at Rest All personal data stored on devices encrypted using iOS Keychain or Android KeyStore, with strong encryption algorithms.

Encryption in Transit All data transmitted between app and servers protected with TLS 1.3 and certificate pinning to prevent man-in-the-middle attacks.

Canadian Data Residency Personal information stored in Canadian data centers to maintain data sovereignty and comply with PIPEDA requirements.

Breach Response Procedures in place to detect, report, and respond to data breaches as required by PIPEDA's mandatory breach notification rules.

Provincial Privacy Considerations

Quebec: Compliance with Law 25 (modernized Quebec privacy law) for apps serving Quebec users Alberta: PIPA compliance for private sector organizations British Columbia: PIPA compliance for BC businesses Ontario: PHIPA compliance for healthcare apps Federal: PIPEDA for all commercial activities across Canada

Canadian Mobile App Success Stories

Banking App for Major Canadian Bank

Challenge: A top-5 Canadian bank needed to modernize their mobile banking app to compete with digital-first challengers while meeting strict OSFI security requirements.

Solution: Developed a next-generation iOS and Android banking app with biometric authentication, mobile check deposit, Interac e-Transfer, bill payment, and investment account access.

Results: - 2.8 million downloads in first year - 4.7-star average rating on both app stores - 65% of banking transactions moved to mobile - 40% reduction in call center volume - Full OSFI compliance and security audit approval

Healthcare Telemedicine Platform

Challenge: Ontario hospital network required a PIPEDA-compliant telemedicine app connecting patients with doctors across the province.

Solution: Built bilingual iOS/Android app with secure video consultations, e-prescriptions, health record access, and integration with OHIP billing.

Results: - 150,000+ virtual appointments in first six months - 95% patient satisfaction rating - 30-minute average wait time vs. 4 hours in ER - PHIPA compliance certified - Expanded to 12 hospitals across Ontario

National Retail Chain Mobile App

Challenge: Canada-wide retailer needed unified shopping app to replace separate provincial apps and loyalty programs.

Solution: Created React Native app with bilingual support, unified loyalty program, mobile payments (Interac, Apple Pay, Google Pay), and click-and-collect functionality.

Results: - 1.2 million app downloads - 45% of online sales through mobile app - 28% increase in loyalty program engagement - Seamless operation across all provinces - 60% reduction in app development costs vs. native

Field Service App for Utility Company

Challenge: Provincial utility company needed mobile app for 2,000+ field technicians working across vast geographic area including remote locations.

Solution: Developed offline-first Android app with work order management, asset tracking, safety checklists, and real-time sync when connectivity available.

Results: - 35% improvement in field efficiency - 50% reduction in paperwork - Real-time job status visibility - Works in areas without cell coverage - Integrated with existing SAP system

Mobile App Pricing for Canadian Businesses

Simple Mobile App

CAD $25,000 - $50,000 - Single platform (iOS or Android) - Basic features and functionality - Simple backend API - 3-4 screens - Basic analytics - Timeline: 8-12 weeks

Standard Business App

CAD $50,000 - $100,000 - iOS and Android (cross-platform) - Bilingual support (English/French) - User authentication - Push notifications - Integration with 2-3 third-party services - Canadian payment processing - Timeline: 12-16 weeks

Enterprise Mobile Application

CAD $100,000 - $250,000 - Native iOS and Android apps - Complex features and workflows - Custom backend infrastructure - Advanced security features - Multiple API integrations - PIPEDA compliance features - Offline functionality - Timeline: 16-24 weeks

Custom Mobile Platform

CAD $250,000+ - Multiple interconnected apps - Advanced AI/ML features - Real-time data processing - Custom admin dashboards - Enterprise system integration - Multi-language support (beyond English/French) - 24/7 monitoring and support - Timeline: 24+ weeks

All pricing includes: - Canadian hosting (first year) - App store submission - Initial support period - Source code ownership - Documentation - Training