Officiating
Legal signing
You want to make your relationship legal without a ceremony or an exchange of rings or vows. You do not have any guests, except your two witnesses.
This is perfect for you if you are planning a destination wedding and want to take care of the legal paperwork in advance, if you need a marriage certificate for legal reasons, or if you just want to get it done without a lot of fanfare.
Simple ceremony
If you’re looking for a small intimate ceremony with the people who mean the most to you (approximately 30 guests).
This is the best choice if you are having a straightforward and simple backyard wedding or vow renewal, or if you are planning an elopement. I do that! Taking over your favourite pub for a round and a quick set of “I dos”? Pour us a glass!.
Full Celebration Ceremony
You’d like to customize your ceremony and maybe have a friend or family member participate. Every detail of your day will be carefully planned, so a face to face planning meeting will be included.
This is the way to go if your ceremony is more involved: bigger wedding party, the inclusion of additions (sand ceremony, hand fasting, etc) or cultural elements, multiple speakers, involvement of children, special language considerations, or if you simply want to personalize your ceremony text to suit you both.
The following can be incorporated into the above ceremonies: Religious, Spiritual, Commitment, Vow Renewal, Elopement, Themed & LGBTQ2S.
The officiating include an emergency back-up officiant.
The Ceremony
Here is a general outline of a ceremony, but as always, it will be customized for you:
- An optional walk down the aisle.
- Officiant thanks everyone for being there, maybe talks about your elopement location or the journey to your elopement location
- Officiant shares your story with your guests. This can include: how you met, what you’ve accomplished together, some of the milestones in your life together (buying a house, adopting a dog, moving to a new state, etc.), the story of your proposal, the story of how you decided to elope and how you chose your elopement location. It can be as detailed or as simple, funny, or sentimental as you’d like. And don’t forget to leave some pieces of your story to include in your vows!
- Optional reading, either by your officiant or another guest
- Partner 1 reads their vows
Partner 2 reads their vows - Ring exchange
- Optional prayer (religious. spiritual, unity) ; as chosen by you (or) as chosen by officiant and couple during planning.
- Officiant pronounces you married
- First kiss
- Signing of documents
- Group hugs and celebrations
Commonly Asked Questions
Do you have restrictions on the type of ceremony you will perform?
No, there are lots of options we can discuss.
How many times will we meet before the wedding?
Usually once in person or via video chat then unlimited calls, emails or text
What is your fee? Depends on choice of ceremony , see above.
Are there any additional charges? Possible travel fee / rehearsal
How will you be dressed?
In a professional manner that coordinates with your wedding style.
How long is the ceremony?
It depends on what you would like included?
It’s your wedding so it can be as long or as short as you would like.
Do you attend the rehearsal?
At couples request. (May be added fee for this service)
Can friends and family members participate in my ceremony?
Absolutely
Can you provide guidance on the marriage license process in my province?
Yes
Can we write our own vows?
Absolutely
Are there other personal touches we can add on to our ceremony?
Yes, Candle lighting, sand pouring, hand fasting, wine ceremony are a few examples
Where do you provide your services?
I am based out of Woodstock, Ontario but serve most areas of Southwestern Ontario.
Pricing
Legal Signing…$150 due at time of signing
Initial contact and consultation includes legal requirements for getting married in Ontario
Travel to location for signing
Completion of Marriage License/signing
Filing and mailing of License to The Office of the Registrar General
Simple Ceremony….$220 (rehearsal $50 extra)
Initial contact and consultation includes explanation of the legal requirements for getting married in Ontario
Unlimited contact phone, email, text
Discussion of your wedding ceremony options
Work with you as a couple to plan your totally customized wedding
ceremony
Travel to location
Conduct your “dream come true” ceremony
Completion of Marriage License and Marriage Registration
Filing and mailing of License to The Office of the Registrar General
Collaboration with all the professionals you have chosen for your
wedding day to help ensure a stress free experience.
Full Celebration Ceremony….$320 rehearsal included
Initial contact and consultation includes explanation of the legal requirements for getting married in Ontario
Unlimited contact phone, email, text
Discussion of your wedding ceremony options
Work with you as a couple to plan your totally customized wedding ceremony
Helpful, professional, hands on support with the entire ceremony experience on your wedding day.
Deposit is $200.00 – balance is due two weeks before the wedding.
I accept cash and email money transfers.
** other expenses may be incurred depending on distance to travel for rehearsal / wedding etc.
This can be discussed prior to booking
