Wedding Officiant Services

I am a licensed and ordained wedding officiant and conduct personalized ceremonies in Ottawa, Kanata, Nepean, Orléans, Barrhaven and throughout the region. I’ve felt honoured to officiate at hundreds of weddings! Every wedding is special and unique. It’s your day! Email or phone (613.851.3682) to set up a no-obligation chat about your plans! If you reside in Ontario, but are planning to get married at a venue in Quebec, please read my blog post.

Option 1: Just Signing Legal Paper Work

You and your partner have decided to make it official. You just need to get the marriage forms signed. You obtained a marriage license and need a licensed officiant. I can come to a location of your choice or you can come to my residence in central Ottawa.

I can often provide same-day service. Be sure you have also lined up your two witnesses!

I charge $300 for this basic signing service of your legal marriage documents. This fee includes postage for mailing the forms and mileage within the Ottawa region. Contact me at any time. My phone number is 613.851.3682.

Option 2: Elopement, Destination Wedding, or Planning a Wedding Ceremony Later

You and your partner wish to get married privately. It’s going to be a romantic moment, but, basically, you just need to get your paper work signed. See the information above. You are required by law to bring two witnesses who can be family, friends, a co-worker or even a stranger. I’m at Nickoverduin@gmail.com.

Option 3: Classic Wedding Ceremony

We can adapt this package to best suit your needs! My officiant fee for a classic wedding ceremony is $350 to $450. This includes postage for mailing your legal documents and mileage within the Ottawa region. I look forward to meeting with you. Services for the Wedding Package often include the steps below. We can meet on Zoom or in person to discuss your plans, answer questions you may have and figure out important details!

  • A meeting months or weeks before the service to plan the ceremony. We can do this on Zoom or in person to discuss the details exactly as you like it.
  • A get-together about a week or so before the wedding day to fine-tune as needed.
  • Facilitating the ceremony itself, including the delivery of a short speech or message if desired. I have worked with couples from many different cultural backgrounds to include special rituals and traditions which we can discuss in detail prior to the event. Handfasting ceremonies are just one way I have helped couples make their ceremony special.
  • Taking care your marriage license is signed and mailed to the government so you are legally married!
  • Most couples don’t think it is necessary for me to be at a rehearsal. However, if you or your wedding planner prefer me to attend a rehearsal in person, I’m happy to do so. I charge an additional $250 fee, including HST and mileage within the National Capital region. Don’t hesitate to contact me today!

Other expenses you need to know about …

You need to obtain a marriage license in any municipality in the province of Ontario to get married in the province of Ontario. Different municipalities charge different fees, but count on around $125 to $175.

If you live in Ontario, but plan to get married in Quebec, please read my FAQ or blog post. You will need to make sure you set up a simple process to sign the legal paper work in Ontario. Alternatively, you need to retain an officiant in Quebec and your legal documents will be processed in Quebec.

I don’t charge mileage for travel within a one-hour drive from downtown Ottawa. I conduct weddings in Ottawa, Kanata, Nepean, Barrhaven, Orléans, Kemptville, Smith Falls and the Ottawa Valley.

Maybe check my post How do I know My Officiant is Legit? It’s an important question to ask. You can reach me at 613.851.3682.

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