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For the ‘sweet and simple’ package, your Squamish wedding officiant will perform a ~15 minutes, tried & tested, pre-crafted ceremony filled with beautiful words! Your marriage will be legally solemnized and your marriage certificate will be posted. It includes a consult, vow writing tips, and a keepsake copy of your ceremony to cherish forever.
These are booked on weekdays, or weekends within 60 days.

For the ‘one-of-a-kind love’ package, your Squamish wedding officiant will create a totally one-of-a-kind, custom bespoke ceremony that is a reflection of you both and your love story! Includes unlimited consultation, and takes care of everything from the processional to the recessional. Includes any rituals or readings you’d like to include. We can make it fun and do interactive moments like ninja vows, surprise ring bearer, or a witness raffle.
I spend approximately 15-20 hours crafting a unique ceremony script and provide you with a keepsake copy of it so you can cherish it forever! I mail your marriage certificate.

Rehearsal fees: The fee does not include my attendance at your rehearsal. Should you wish to arrange this with me, I charge $75 for managing a rehearsal in Squamish. Travel fees apply for other destinations. I will attend rehearsals for 45 minutes.

Travel fees: Are applicable for anything outside of a 20km radius of downtown Squamish, charged at 64c per km.

1. Let’s chat: Let’s meet up on video call or in Squamish! It's important I feel like the right fit for you, so this is essentially a 'vibe check' to ensure you feel comfortable with me, and a chance for you to get your questions answered.

2. Book it in: If it seems like the shoe fits, let’s make it official! I’ll send you a contract and invoice, and once the admin is out of the way we get to the fun part! I’ll send you each a questionnaire that you both fill out - I’ll craft your bespoke ceremony from this and send you a draft. Give me feedback as many times as you’d like to make sure it’s a perfect reflection of you. We can revise, omit, or add anything up until one week before your nuptials!

3. Logistics: We connect about the logistics of the day, ensuring everything is organized and destined to run seamlessly.

4. Wedding bells: Your special day is here! I’ll arrive early and deliver a ceremony with belly-laughs and joyful tears - one that feels like the pre-drinks to your reception party! After, I’ll take care of the legalities, making your love legit! Now, go and enjoy your wedding day!

5. Honeymoon phase: I’ll send you a keepsake of your ceremony.

In British Columbia, marriage commissioners are government-appointed officials who perform non-religious, legal wedding ceremonies in their area. They must meet a particular criteria, for example, be retired / semi-retired, mature, and knowledgeable about internet use. They are not required to spend any time with the couple prior to the wedding and they read from an approved ceremony script written by the government.

As a ‘celebrant’ or ‘officiant’ I’ve undertaken a specialized training with the esteemed Celebrant Foundation and Institute, investing lots of time into becoming a professionally trained ceremony specialist. I’m able to customize the ceremony - just for you!

The couple are responsible for obtaining their licence three months before the wedding date - I am unable to do this part for you. Only one member of the couple needs to be present for this - take your ID and go in person to a marriage licence issuer in your area.

Your marriage licence needs to come to the wedding! You can either pass it to me at the rehearsal or bring it on the day. In BC, two witnesses are required. If you’re doing a ceremony, you can pre-select your witnesses, OR we can do a witness raffle!

If eloping, the two witnesses are often the photographer and helicopter pilot. If you’re travelling alone as a couple, I can provide a witness starting from $50, depending on your elopement plan. (I’ll have to pay them more if I’m making them hike up to panorama ridge, for example). Remember not to get too excited and sign the marriage licence in advance!

LET’S DO IT! Send me an email with your idea - it’s highly likely I’ll be on board! I love planning and making special moments come to life, I’m active, adventurous, and just keen to be your biggest cheerleader and create something just for you. Shoot me an email at hello@seatoskyofficiant.com, and let’s plan it! I'm here for all your Sea to Sky wedding ideas (and beyond!)

I can certainly plan your elopement in BC, and on occasion I offer day-of planning and your ceremony as a package - this truly depends on each individual wedding and if it's realistic I can bring my standard of service to your day.

I do not offer full wedding planning. I have been in the Sea to Sky wedding industry for a few years, and while I have gained lots of insight, so I can point you in the direction of incredible Sea to Sky wedding vendors!

I offer ceremonies, full elopement packages, emcee, and vow writing services.

The better question is, where are we going? I am willing to travel anywhere in BC. I can also legally solemnize marriages in other Canadian provinces upon request - I can get a temporary permission.

I’m your average Squamish outdoorsy type, meaning I’m ready to snowboard, rock climb, or hike up any peak to get you married! Just don’t put me on a mountain bike, but I’ll meet you after! I’m enthusiastic about ‘adventure’ ceremonies.

I am available to travel all over BC! From the Sea to Sky, to Vancouver Metro Area & Tri-Cities, Fraser Valley, the Okanagan, Vancouver Island, Victoria, Nanaimo, Sunshine Coast, and Tofino! Please tell me where you’re going, and I’ll provide you with a quote outlining how much my travel fee will be - it’s usually 64cents per kilometer after 20km from Downtown Squamish.

I certainly do - and I LOVE them. Send me an email, and let’s get them vows renewed!

I am a Squamish-based wedding officiant who is inclusive: I believe love is love! I have been on the microphone for 10+ years, and feel as though I have something special to bring to wedding ceremonies. I want to share that special something with everyone! I’d be honored to perform any LGBTQIA2S+ ceremonies.

I will refuse any ceremonies that involve unethical use of animals. do not participate with the release or use of animals, such as doves or butterflies, as this has been proven to be detrimental to them.
(But, I am VERY happy to work with your ring-bearer doggies).

I promise I won’t start your ceremony with ‘G’day Mate!’ …. unless you ask me to!

Previous to moving to Canada, I spent several years working as a tour guide in Europe, in around 30 countries. I had passengers from all over the world on my coach, and I naturally started to subconsciously dilute my accent to ensure everyone could understand me. People often spend a minute trying to guess my accent, and it’s been described as ‘neutral.’

You bet I do! Sea to Sky Officiant is more than happy to talk to you about your individual needs, so if you don't see something that encapsulates everything you're after, please shoot us an email at hello@seatoskyofficiant.com, and we can talk about your vision!