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Wedding Officiants | kingston, Ontario

Gorgeous outdoor forest chapel complete with mature trees, ferns, wooden benches and draped sheers.

Our Ceremonies

We specialize in creating heartfelt wedding ceremonies for interfaith, non-denominational, spiritual, and LGBTQ2S+ couples across Ontario. Honouring all faiths, traditions, and spiritual paths, we welcome meaningful additions such as smudging, handfasting, and unity rituals.


Every couple has a unique story—and your ceremony should reflect that. Whether you're envisioning something light-hearted, deeply formal, or somewhere in between, we'll collaborate with you to craft a ceremony that truly represents who you are and the journey you're on together.


Proudly serving Kingston, Prince Edward County, Toronto, and anywhere in Ontario that speaks to your heart. 

We can’t wait to help make your wedding day unforgettable.


Our fees are listed below. 

Book your wedding ceremony with us

Who We Are

Heather & Matthew

We’re a husband and wife duo who are genuinely passionate about creating meaningful, memorable wedding ceremonies. Your love story matters to us, and we’re honoured to be part of your ceremony. 


Your greatest adventure is just around the corner—and we can’t wait to celebrate you!

Ceremony Services & Fees (2025)

Custom

Make it Legal

Elopement

We will work with you to craft a modern wedding ceremony that is tailored to your love story and guide you through writing your vows and incorporating any special elements. The ceremony possibilities are endless.


Unlimited Guests

$450-$750 + tax

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Elopement

Make it Legal

Elopement

We will provide you with a short and meaningful modern ceremony that may be edited to suit your needs. Couples are encouraged to write their own vows. An Elopement focuses on what matters most, the two of.


Elopement planning services are also available.


2-20 guests 

$425 + tax

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Make it Legal

Make it Legal

Make it Legal

If you are considering a destination wedding or a city hall wedding but would prefer to be legally married in any Ontario location of your choice, our Make it Legal ceremony is the perfect option for you.


Witnesses are also available for a fee.


Couple + Witnesses

375 + tax 

Make it Legal

10 Steps to getting married in Ontario

Lets get started

1. Complete our contact us form by clicking "get started" below.

2. Book a meeting with us to discuss your ceremony needs.

3. If we are a good fit, a contract is sent to you for review and signature.

4. Once the booking fee is received we will draft and share your ceremony.

5. Together we will create a ceremony that meets your vision and beliefs.

6. You apply for your marriage licence within 90 days prior to the ceremony.

7. We finalize the details with you a few weeks prior to the wedding.

8. We arrive at the ceremony venue and perform your ceremony.

9. We complete the legal paperwork and mail it to the government.

10. You apply to the government for your official marriage certificate.



**: It takes 6-8 weeks for the government to register your marriage. A $15 fee, payable directly to Service Ontario, is required to obtain your official certificate.

Available in all of Ontario + Alberta. Travel fees may apply.

All of our ceremonies include email and phone support, vow writing tips, filing of the marriage licence, a post ceremony detail guide, and a back up officiant.


Elopement ceremony locations are endless. If you're not sure where to elope we would be happy to share some of the amazing places we have visit across Ontario.

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Frequently Asked Questions

90 Days. You can apply for your licence any time within 90 days of your wedding date. 

A marriage licence may be obtained at one of many municipal offices located throughout Ontario. Here are a few that are located in close proximity to us. 


Kingston 

Napanee

Gananoque

Prince Edward County 

Ottawa

We will send the paperwork to the government right after your wedding, however you will need to apply for your official marriage certificate 6-8 weeks after your wedding.

Absolutely, as long as we complete all of the legal requirements. 

Absolutely, as long as we complete all of the legal requirements. 

Witnesses may be provided for you at fee is $50/witness.

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Photo Gallery

Ceremony at Lake, Ontario at the Drake in Wellington

Photo by Lushana Bale

Grooms hold hands during a ceremony performed by an officiant dressed in a black tux.
Officiant poses with newlyweds on the patio at the Drake Devonshire.
Elopement at City Hall in Kingston. Groom in a blue suit, bride in a floor length gown.
Brides saying their vows while the officiant in beige pauses at Spindle Tree Manor

Photo by Quirky Love Photography

A simple ceremony on a roof top in front of a brick wall at the Royal Hotel.
Mature couple getting married in front of the fireplace at Heist Restaurant and Wine Club
Newlyweds pose for photos with officiant in an industrial setting
Bride wipes away tears of her bride during their ceremony at the River Mill Restaurant

Photo by Josh Sauer

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Photo credits

Thank you to: Emma Marie, Lushanna Bale, Brittany Lee, Kristy Lynn, Quirky Love, Josh Sauer, and Imagery by Di for these ceremony images. 

Your greatest adventure is yet to begin & we can't wait to celebrate with you

Proudly serving Kingston, Prince Edward County & Beyond


Land Acknowledgement. 

Bowtied With Love is based in Katarokwi/Kingston, Ontario, on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Huron-Wendat Peoples. We acknowledge the enduring presence and stewardship of Indigenous Peoples on these lands, and we recognize that our work takes place on territory rich with Indigenous history and culture.

Our founder and lead wedding planner, Heather, is a proud member of the Ardoch Algonquin First Nation community. Her roots continue to shape how we approach love, celebration, and connection—with deep respect for the land and all its Peoples.


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