faq
1. Do you handle the license for us?
The marriage license is something you need to apply for yourselves in person at your local City Hall.
Without a marriage license, your marriage will not be legally recognized. Once the ceremony is over, I will handle the mailing of your license.
2. How far do you travel?
I will perform weddings anywhere inside the GTA. Rare exceptions can be made but will incur travel costs, starting at $1.00+HST/km round trip from Queen and Roncesvalles in West End Toronto.
3. What are the legalities?
a) Question of Impediment ("do you come here freely to be married on this day without impediment?")
b) Declaration of Intent (the "I Do's")
c) The signing of the registry.
d) The Pronouncement (declaring you are now married)
These all must happen in front of two witnesses to make your marriage legal.
5. Who should my witnesses be?
There must be two witnesses physically present at the marriage ceremony. The witnesses must understand what they are witnessing and sign the marriage licence and the marriage register. Therefore they can be anyone as long as they are aware of what they are witnessing.
6. We're not really religious but we'd like to add religious aspects to the ceremony. Is that okay?
Absolutely. This is what separates me from some officiants is that Metaphysicians are accepting of all religions.
7. Is it okay if a family member does a reading during the ceremony?
Absolutely. For this option, you will want to choose either the "Signature & Story Service" or the "Crisp & Classic Service".
8. Are rehearsals included in the cost?
Sadly no. I do my very best to prepare you enough that you won't need a rehearsal but for certain ceremonies it can still be a good idea to do so. I charge $195.00+HST/hour for rehearsals, assuming I am available to do so. One hour is often more than enough. Please note it is extremely rare that I am available for rehearsals Friday through Sunday.
9. I have a family member who will perform the ceremony, I just need someone to sign the paperwork and make the marriage legal. Is that something you provide?
Yes, you would want to get the "Love & Legalities Service".
10. Are you legally recognized by the government?
I am legally recognized by the province of Ontario.
11. Do you have videos of you in action?
Yes, please click here. Please forgive the audio, I only performed the ceremony, I didn't record it.
12. Can you perform a Catholic wedding or a Jewish wedding?
I specialize in non-denominational ceremonies with the occasional religious tradition. I would recommend a recognized priest, rabbi, etc if you are looking for a full religious service.
13. What languages do you speak?
English only.
14. Will I receive anything that proves we are married?
You will receive a record of solemnization at the end of your ceremony. For further legal proof of your marriage, you can also apply for a marriage certificate. I will remind and assist you two months after your ceremony to apply for your certificate if you choose to do so. This is included in all packages.
15. What happens if you are sick or there is an emergency and you are no longer available?
I am well connected with many other officiants so I will do my best to find a replacement for you.
16. Are you vaccinated?
Yes, I have had two initial doses and one booster and have the documents to show your venue.
The marriage license is something you need to apply for yourselves in person at your local City Hall.
- bring 2 pieces of government-issued identification for each person getting married. One piece of identification must include your photo.
Examples of government-issued identification:- government-issued birth certificate, including any change of name certificates
- valid passport
- record of immigrant landing
- Canadian Citizenship Card
- valid driver’s licence
- valid Ontario Photo Card
Without a marriage license, your marriage will not be legally recognized. Once the ceremony is over, I will handle the mailing of your license.
2. How far do you travel?
I will perform weddings anywhere inside the GTA. Rare exceptions can be made but will incur travel costs, starting at $1.00+HST/km round trip from Queen and Roncesvalles in West End Toronto.
3. What are the legalities?
a) Question of Impediment ("do you come here freely to be married on this day without impediment?")
b) Declaration of Intent (the "I Do's")
c) The signing of the registry.
d) The Pronouncement (declaring you are now married)
These all must happen in front of two witnesses to make your marriage legal.
5. Who should my witnesses be?
There must be two witnesses physically present at the marriage ceremony. The witnesses must understand what they are witnessing and sign the marriage licence and the marriage register. Therefore they can be anyone as long as they are aware of what they are witnessing.
6. We're not really religious but we'd like to add religious aspects to the ceremony. Is that okay?
Absolutely. This is what separates me from some officiants is that Metaphysicians are accepting of all religions.
7. Is it okay if a family member does a reading during the ceremony?
Absolutely. For this option, you will want to choose either the "Signature & Story Service" or the "Crisp & Classic Service".
8. Are rehearsals included in the cost?
Sadly no. I do my very best to prepare you enough that you won't need a rehearsal but for certain ceremonies it can still be a good idea to do so. I charge $195.00+HST/hour for rehearsals, assuming I am available to do so. One hour is often more than enough. Please note it is extremely rare that I am available for rehearsals Friday through Sunday.
9. I have a family member who will perform the ceremony, I just need someone to sign the paperwork and make the marriage legal. Is that something you provide?
Yes, you would want to get the "Love & Legalities Service".
10. Are you legally recognized by the government?
I am legally recognized by the province of Ontario.
11. Do you have videos of you in action?
Yes, please click here. Please forgive the audio, I only performed the ceremony, I didn't record it.
12. Can you perform a Catholic wedding or a Jewish wedding?
I specialize in non-denominational ceremonies with the occasional religious tradition. I would recommend a recognized priest, rabbi, etc if you are looking for a full religious service.
13. What languages do you speak?
English only.
14. Will I receive anything that proves we are married?
You will receive a record of solemnization at the end of your ceremony. For further legal proof of your marriage, you can also apply for a marriage certificate. I will remind and assist you two months after your ceremony to apply for your certificate if you choose to do so. This is included in all packages.
15. What happens if you are sick or there is an emergency and you are no longer available?
I am well connected with many other officiants so I will do my best to find a replacement for you.
16. Are you vaccinated?
Yes, I have had two initial doses and one booster and have the documents to show your venue.
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