Pricing
MAKE IT LEGAL MARRIAGE SERVICE for YOU PLUS TWO PAPERWORK ONLY (4 in total) also available (see below for details).***
Elopement Ceremony
$350
Small Intimate Ceremonies
Elope or Celebrate with a Small Group
Available from December to April and on Monday-Thursday year round pending availability
Small groups of guests (up to 15) for a short pre-set ceremony
Make your own personal vows (if desired)
Marriage Licence information
Preparation of marriage documents and submit for registration
Not available on weekends from May to October
I Do Wedding Ceremony
$450
Traditional Ceremony
Relaxed and Carefree Experience
For couples who want a no-fuss ceremony
Officiate Wedding Ceremony
We prepare the ceremony for you
Make your own personal vows to each other
Includes a Zoom/telephone meeting
Marriage Licence information
Optional Ceremony Inclusions
Preparation of marriage documents and submit for registration
Inclusive pricing
Personalized & Planned
$525
Premium Ceremony
Personalized and Interactive
Includes all I Do Package features
Personal guidance and planning of your ceremony
For additional personalization, the ceremony can include a written "story" about your journey together
Personally written vows or assistance with vows
A personal or Zoom meeting
Access to client wedding ceremony portal
Ceremony created will be based on your wishes
Custom Written
$595
Forever Ceremony
Our Signature Celebrant Ceremony
Includes all Personalized & Planned Package Features
Ceremony is custom written for you
Can Include two personal meetings to plan your ceremony
Venue Liaison
Can include one special element, ie handfasting, wine box/love letter
Presentation Folder with full Ceremony Script – a lasting reminder of your wedding day!
Please note that availability is subject to change and is only guaranteed upon booking.
Wedding ceremony packages do not include a rehearsal. Your venue may include within their fee structure, access to the ceremony space and a staff member to assist with your rehearsal. So no need to pay twice!
For additional information on our wedding ceremony services and booking terms and conditions, please see our FAQ page.
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Winter Elopement Packages and Legalization of Marriage
Small Elopement Ceremony Packages or Legalization of Marriage services can also be provided, depending upon your needs.
Elopement Packages**
Available from November to April and on other dates pending availability (includes Monday to Thursday weddings). Not available on weekends from May to October. For small groups of guests (up to 15) for a pre-set ceremony at $350 inclusive. For more than 15 guests, the I Do Wedding Ceremony will be appropriate.
Legalization of Marriage***
This legalization of marriage is a very short service. Perfect for couples that are planning a destination wedding or those that want just two witnesses in attendance. Pricing is $250 inclusive for the couple and two witnesses (4 in total). To allow for guests in attendance and a full ceremony, the Elopement Package or our I Do Ceremony package would be appropriate.
Two witnesses are required for any marriage in Ontario. However, recognizing that couples have different needs, we can also provide two witnesses at $35 each which is paid by us directly to the witnesses.
The above pricing relates to services within our local area. A reasonable travel fee would be added to those locations outside that area.
All ceremonies comply with the Ontario Marriage Act and Regulations.
Preferred Vendors
Looking for additional professionals to complement your wedding day? Please see our list of superior professionals we can highly recommend.
Our list includes exceptional photography, premium DJ services, stylish lighting, one incredible venue, tasteful decor and occasion rentals, exciting photo booths, elegant hair styling and even a first class mortgage broker. Information is set out at: Preferred Vendors
Rehearsals
A wedding ceremony rehearsal, whether conducted by us, your wedding venue planner or in your own living room is a MUST for peace of mind and flow of the ceremony – it also makes your wedding party feel more at ease. However, our attendance may not be necessary. Please see our article on rehearsals at Do I Need a Rehearsal?
For our attendance at your rehearsal, there is a fee of $200 added to the cost of your wedding ceremony. Additional travel fees may apply outside of Durham Region.
Special Ceremony Elements/Mini Ceremonies
(Can be Added to Any Wedding Ceremony)
INCLUDES THE COST OF MATERIALS
Wine Box / Love Letter ($75)
The couple will write love letters to each other before the wedding which they will seal in an envelope. They will choose their favourite bottle of wine or drink of choice and place these and any other memorabilia in the wine box. If clients choose this ceremony option during the wedding ceremony, they will seal the box and vow not to open the box until an anniversary of their choice. The only other time that the box can be unsealed is when they are having thoughts of separating at which time they will drink the wine and read the letters which will hopefully remind them why they fell in love and chose to be together in the first place. Price include a bottle of your choice of red or white wine and a keepsake wine box.
Handfasting Ceremony (from $85)
The original meaning of “tying the knot”. Usually known as a Celtic tradition although it also has origins in other cultures and countries. The hands are tied with different types of fabric including ribbons/cloth /braid/tartan to symbolize the bringing together of the two hearts and families in a marriage of strength and unity forever. Price includes a custom made handfasting braid and a keepsake box. Can include a family tartan (or two). Tartan can be in wool or sateen – a quote for the imported tartan will be provided in advance. The photo to the right shows materials used for a recent two tartan handfasting with coordinating organza ribbons, beads and a cord. The photo to the left is one of our custom made handfasting braids. For additional information on handfasting, please see our blog post at All About Handfasting and our handfasting page with additional information and photos. Please contact us for pricing on custom made braids as well.
Unity Sand Ceremony ($75)
The Unity Sand Ceremony is ideal for any wedding. This ceremony option symbolizes the joining of the couple. The sand is used to symbolize the uniting of the couple. Their separate lives are represented by two vials of sand (usually different colours). The couple come together after the exchange of vows, and pour the two individual vials of sand into one into one vase. The flow of the sand symbolizes the joining of the couple as they share their first experience of unity as a married couple. In addition, this ritual is used when there are young children involved and the couple are looking for a ritual to involve the children, and additional vials of coloured sand can be used. The unity vase is then a keepsake of your wedding day. Price includes two vials of sand and keepsake glass container with lid.
Unity Candle Ceremony (Indoors Only) ($55)
This ritual has long been used in Catholic weddings, but as a traditional ceremony option it also holds a universal meaning. It symbolises the joining of the couple in marriage as well as the joining of their two original families. The couple’s mothers can light their individual candles for them as a symbol to show that they are moving on from their family to create a new family together. Price includes two lighting candles, pillar candle and holder to keep.
Breaking of the Glass Ceremony ($45)
The Breaking of the Glass Ceremony is traditionally used at Jewish weddings; this ceremony option signifies the end of the ceremony and the time of celebration. As a health & safety concern, the glass must be stemless and is placed in a cloth bag prior to breaking. Price includes all materials.
Wine Ceremony ($50)
In the Wine Ceremony the couple can either choose to pour one white glass and one red glass to create a blush that they will both drink from or there can be a pouring of one glass that they both will drink from. Includes small bottles of wine and keepsake wine glasses.
Broom Jumping Ceremony ($75)
The Broom Jumping Ceremony does not originate with African Americans but is rooted centuries before in the British Isles and in particular, Wales, at a time when ordinary people could not marry. It symbolizes the clearing away of negativity with a sweep of the broom creating a threshold for the couple to cross over into their new life together. Hence, a bride was “carried over the threshold” (the broom laid across the front door opening of their home) to signify marriage. As the couple were not legally married, they therefore had a “broomstick marriage” or were “living over the brush”, a phrase that is still used in Great Britain today. It must be ensured that the couple can manage to safely jump over the broom to avoid accidents, otherwise stepping over the broom would be an option. Include your own broom or one will be provided for you to use. The photo to the right shows two recent brooms decorated very differently.
Rose Ceremony ($55)
In the Rose ceremony the couple can choose to present roses to the mothers / grandmothers as a way of showing appreciation for their support. The roses can also be presented as the first gifts that the couple will give to each other. Includes fresh roses for both mothers/step-moms and grandmothers.
Additional Special Elements
There are many additional choices available including ring warming, rock ceremonies, time capsule, and balloon release (see also Involve your guests in your wedding ceremony)- to name a few. Ask us for details.
Travel Expenses
A travel fee is added for ceremonies outside our normal service area, which primarily covers the time spent driving and increasing cost of travel to your venue location. Please ask for pricing to your venue.
Accommodation
At cost if overnight stay required.
CEREMONY SCRIPT
Ceremony Copies
As set out in our FAQs section, after your ceremony and as a keepsake, a copy of your ceremony in a presentation folder can be provided, upon request, for a fee of $50 (except the Celebrant Ceremony where a presentation copy is already included in the ceremony package).
A $200 non-refundable deposit due at the time of booking to confirm your booking. We regret that until the ceremony is confirmed with a deposit, your date and time remains available to other couples.
Final Invoice payable 30 days prior to the Ceremony
Prices subject to change without notice
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