Weddings of Toronto.com | When should we contact you? | Whenever you would like to chat about your wedding. We're happy to offer advice at any stage. It's helpful to know your proposed date & location to see if we're available. |
| When should we get our marriage license? | You may obtain your license and be married the same day, but we suggest getting your license about two weeks ahead. Marriage licenses expire 90 days after issue. |
| How many witnesses do we need? | Two adults, over 18 years of age. They may be related, to each other, or to you. Ask us if you do not have available witnesses. |
| How long is a wedding ceremony? | It depends on the service. Generally, 15 minutes for a simple wedding, 30 minutes for music, readings, and additional elements. |
| May we write our own vows? |
Of course. We encourage you to look at our sample ceremonies and tell us what you would like in your ceremony. |
| How do we include children? |
We can include them in the ceremony, or write a special part for them, depending upon their age, and your family wishes. |
| Do we have to memorize our parts? |
No - we prompt you for everything. You simply need to relax and enjoy yourselves |
| Do you allow photos and videography of the ceremony? |
Yes, but I like to meet with the photographers briefly before the ceremony to set up angles and block the ceremony for them. |
| What additional ceremonies may be added? | A wine, tea, or saki ceremony. A memorial or unity candle-lighting. A sand or water mingling. A rose or dedication ceremony. Bread and salt, honey and date or sugar ceremony. Seven Steps, or Seven Blessings. Arrhae and veil, garland, red thread or handfasting. Other ceremonies by request. |
| May we include live music or other performances? | Of course. We always encourage participation, especially by friends and family. |
| Fees and Contracts and other details |
We'll be happy to email you a sample contract and fee schedule. We have a sliding scale based on the size your event. Just drop us a line and let us know the approximate date, location of your wedding (if you know it), and we'll send you a free package of information. |