Question 1

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Accepted Answer

Civil Union, Non-religious

Question 2

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Accepted Answer

20 minutes

Question 3

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

Accepted Answer

$200

Question 4

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 5

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

Accepted Answer

$100

Question 6

What is the price of your most popular wedding service?

Accepted Answer

$375

Question 7

How soon should we book an Officiant?

Accepted Answer

Your wedding Officiant is the only aspect of your wedding day you must have in order to make it a legal marriage. No other service provider is legally required. As soon as you have arranged your venue, you should book your Officiant

Question 8

What documents do I need to get married?

Accepted Answer

You need to fill out and submit the Marriage Application Form. This website tells you everything you need to know (https://www.ontario.ca/page/getting-married#section-2)

Once you receive your marriage license you have 90 days from the date of issue to perform the ceremony

Question 9

Can we write our own ceremony and vows?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for the Personalized Wedding Ceremony. However, there is specific legal wording which would have to be included so I would obviously review it for you in advance to ensure that your marriage will be legal. The Elopement Ceremony does not allow for personalization

Question 10

Can we have friends and family participate in the ceremony?

Accepted Answer

For the Personalized Wedding Ceremony, absolutely. The Marriage Act stipulates that the licensed Officiant must perform certain aspects of the ceremony. Other than that, others are welcome to participate in the ceremony. The Elopement Wedding Ceremony does not allow for the participation of others

Question 11

Can we review the ceremony ahead of time?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Personalized Wedding Ceremony is one that we will create together and receive your approval. The Elopement Wedding Ceremony can be seen ahead of time, but will not allow for changes

Question 12

Is a wedding rehearsal necessary?

Accepted Answer

It’s not necessary but many couples =do have a rehearsal for peace of mind to ensure that all things go smoothly. The officiant does not always need to be present at the rehearsal but I will accommodate all couples wishing the officiant to be present. There will be an additional fee for that

Question 13

Does it matter where the ceremony takes place?

Accepted Answer

No. The venue is completely up to you whether it’s in a living room or a large banquet hall. An outdoor venue should always have an alternate rain plan. If the venue is located outside of the City of Toronto, an additional travel fee will be charged. No travel fee is charged if the venue is inside the City of Toronto

Question 14

Can we tentatively book you until we confirm our date and venue?

Accepted Answer

A tentative booking will be held unless another booking with a deposit is made. A $100 deposit will hold your booking. If a deposit is made and the date changes, I will gladly make the accommodation assuming I am available on the alternate date

Question 15

Do you do quick “Elopements”?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as long as I am available and the necessary marriage license is supplied

Question 16

Do you have a backup option in case you can't make it?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Ontario Humanist Society has a number of qualified licensed Officiants who are willing to step in the highly unlikely event I am not able to officiate

Question 17

Are there any extra or hidden fees?

Accepted Answer

There are no hidden fees except for travel fees outside the City of Toronto and all prices include tax

Kerry Bowser - Humanist Officiant

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