Frequently Asked Questions – Ontario Wedding Officiant | LGBTQ+ Wedding

The cost of an officiant varies depending on the level of personalization, storytelling, and services included in your ceremony.

At Vested in Love Weddings, I offer a range of packages designed to ensure your wedding reflects your unique love story: 

The Simply Vested (Basic Wedding) – $350

The Vested in Love – $400

The Forever Vested VIP – $495

The Themed Vested – Starting at $500

The Everlasting Vested (Vow Renewals) – $350

The Paperwork Vest (Legal Only or Friend/Family Officiant) – $350 

Rehearsal- $75

At Vested in Love Weddings, I believe an officiant should look just as polished as your wedding vision—without stealing the spotlight.  

You’ll always find me in a vest-inspired look, tailored to match the formality, theme, and vibe of your ceremony. Whether it’s classic and sophisticated, fun and themed, or something uniquely in between, I ensure my outfit complements your wedding style—elevating the moment without blending into the background. 

If you’re planning a black-tie affair, a boho-chic celebration, or even a full-on fantasy or gothic wedding, let’s talk! I’m happy to adjust my attire to align with your wedding aesthetic while still keeping that signature Vested in Love charm.

I officiate weddings of all kinds—whether you’re planning an intimate elopement, a grand celebration, a themed wedding, or a spiritual union, I work with you to create a ceremony that reflects your love story. 

Absolutely! Love is love, and I proudly officiate weddings for all couples, all identities, and all love stories. Your wedding will be honored and celebrated with respect and joy. 

The sooner, the better! Popular dates fill up fast, and I recommend booking at least six months in advance to secure your date. If you have a last-minute request, reach out—I’ll do my best to accommodate. 

Yes! I offer Vested in Love planning sessions  to truly get to know you and your love story. I prefer meeting in person whenever possible, as it allows me to connect with each couple on a more personal level. However, virtual planning session are also available based on location and convenience. During our meeting, we’ll discuss your ceremony vision, script preferences, and any special elements you'd like to incorporate to make your day uniquely yours.

 Yes! Writing your own vows is a beautiful way to express your love. If you need help, I offer vow-writing guidance to make the process easy and meaningful. 

Most ceremonies last between fifteen and thirty minutes, depending on your script and any additional rituals included. 

A Vested in Love planning session to discuss your ceremony vision
A personalized wedding script (varies by package)
A beautifully crafted love story (length varies by package)
A Legal marriage licence signing & filing
A Professional & heartfelt officiating on your wedding day

Additional services, such as rehearsal coordination, custom rituals, and themed attire, are available in select packages.

Rehearsal attendance is available in select packages. If you’d like me to guide your rehearsal, let’s discuss the details when booking. 

Yes! I am based in Mount Brydges, but I am available for travel within (1.5 hour) and destination weddings upon request. 

While I take every precaution to be there as planned, if an emergency arises, I have a network of trusted backup C.I.M.M. officiants who can step in to ensure your ceremony still happens beautifully and seamlessly. 

The couple is responsible for obtaining the marriage licence before the wedding and bringing it to the ceremony. You must apply for and pick up your marriage licence from a municipal office or city hall within 90 days of your wedding date, as licences are only valid for that period. The licence must be presented to the officiant before the ceremony for the marriage to proceed. 

Your ceremony is designed to be an authentic, heartfelt, and memorable moment. Because of this, I do not provide full ceremony scripts in advance.

• Why?
• Keeps the moment special & genuine – Experiencing your love story in the moment creates a more meaningful and emotional experience.
• Prevents over-rehearsed reactions – Your wedding should feel natural, not like a performance.
• Protects my creative work – Every script is thoughtfully written and uniquely crafted for each couple in most of my packages. For The Simply Vested ceremony, you will choose from three beautifully pre-written scripts, ensuring a heartfelt and meaningful experience while maintaining the integrity of my creative work. 

However, if you’d like to review certain parts of the ceremony, such as vows, unity rituals, or readings, I’d be happy to discuss those with you.

Yes! Loved ones can take part in your ceremony by doing a reading, sharing a blessing, or assisting with special rituals. You can even have a friend or family member act as an officiant for the day, delivering part of the ceremony while I handle the legalities and ensure everything flows smoothly. Whether it’s a co-officiated ceremony or a special tribute, I’ll help make it meaningful, seamless, and uniquely yours. 

Of course! Whether you’d like to include a unity candle, handfasting, sand ceremony, religious blessing, or any cultural tradition, I will help incorporate it seamlessly into your ceremony. 

That’s perfectly fine! I specialize in creating ceremonies that reflect your unique love story—whether that’s funny, romantic, non-traditional, or completely themed (think gothic, fantasy, movie-inspired, etc.). If you can dream it, I can officiate it. 

Booking is easy! Simply contact me to check availability, and once your date is confirmed, a signed agreement and non-refundable retainer will officially secure your wedding on my calendar. 

Yes, a non-refundable retainer is required to secure your date. The remaining balance is due one week before the ceremony. 

 I accept Etransfer, Cash 

The retainer are non-refundable, but if you need to reschedule, I will do my best to accommodate your new date.