Who we are

Accretive [uh-kree-tiv]

adjective
characterized by incremental growth or increase.

astronomy
characterized by the coming together and cohesion of matter under the influence of gravitation to form larger bodies.

Located in Northern Ontario in the heart of the Great Lakes, we’re a tight-knit team of creative thinkers and problem solvers, dedicated to strengthening the community we serve. As a sub-division of Village Media, we’re also deeply connected to a network of local audiences across Ontario. In everything we do, we’re grounded in our values of authenticity, integrity, quality and creativity.

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Great lakes with a heart placed over Sault Ste. Marie

Our team

Our diverse team brings together professionals in strategy, design, writing, video and web development to offer full creative services. With over 40 years of collective marketing experience, we have the knowledge and skill sets to make your brand shine.

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How we’re different

Accretive

  • Flexible & accommodating
  • Customized tailored solutions
  • Tangible outputs
  • Efficient & responsive
  • Emotionally invested
  • By your side, the whole way

Other agencies

  • Transactional
  • Templated approach
  • Make shiny objects
  • Slow to communicate
  • Impersonal
  • Hands-off

Our evolution

Village Media

Through our parent company Village Media and connection to SooToday, Accretive was created organically from our existing relationships in the Sault Ste. Marie community.

There was a need in the market for a one-stop, full-service creative studio. And since we already had all these specialties in-house, we were perfectly equipped to address it.

Accretive formally began in January 2021. However, we also evolved from Village Electric, a video production company of Village Media, which operated for several years prior.

Our team has worked together for years through different local organizations and have strong relationships, processes and understanding of one another and the work we do.

Don’t take our word for it, here’s what our clients are saying…

I recently worked with Accretive, and the experience was great from start to finish. Their team demonstrated incredible hard work, collaboration, and creativity throughout the entire process. They were always open to feedback and made sure we were involved in every step, ensuring the final product was exactly what we envisioned. I highly recommend Accretive to anyone looking for top-notch videography services. I will be working with them again!

Sarah McBain, Communications Manager, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services

We worked very closely with Accretive Studio to create a new website in celebration of our 40th anniversary! We couldn’t be more pleased with the new design and seamless navigation that comes with our new site. Accretive listened closely to our wants and needs and we couldn’t be happier with the result!

Jill Church, Administrative & Communications Coordinator, S.&T. Group

Nogdawindamin Family and Community Services has had the pleasure of working closely with the exceptional team at Accretive. Their professionalism, unwavering support, and unmatched creativity have been instrumental in meeting our marketing needs. Accretive’s innovative approach has consistently helped us share our story with the right audience at the right time. We highly recommend Accretive for their outstanding service and dedication to helping brands like ours succeed.

Jonathan Boyer-Nolan, Communications Manager, Nogdawindamin Family & Community Services

Accretive was instrumental in rebranding to the Soo Market, communicating our change to all through the use of many mediums: social media, print, radio, billboards and even a refreshed website! No stone was left unturned and we are left with a branding guide for future promotions. As a result, our grand opening was a huge success and the new Soo Market continues to enjoy the support of the community with old and new customers. Many thanks to Accretive!

Denise Martel, Chair of Marketing, Soo Market

The Algoma Fall Festival has benefited from the services of Accretive for many years. Their guidance, planning and execution of our marketing and advertising plans is creative, engaging and effective. Their professionalism and expertise is appreciated as is their support for arts and culture in Sault Ste. Marie.

Donna Hilsinger, Executive Director, Algoma Fall Festival