Things to Think About for Your Customized Wedding
It’s easier to plan and co-ordinate your wedding when you work with people you know to be good at what they do. Catherine Kentridge can refer you to people and places with whom she has been impressed. Please just ask if you need any recommendations.
The Ceremony
Once you’ve firmed up ideas for your wedding, Catherine will send you a draft written ceremony, which you will go through with her to help ensure your day reflects your wishes in every way.
The draft may include personalized vows, readings, greetings for guests, any special elements, and the schedule. It may also include the story of how you met and what happened next—this is often a much-appreciated part of the ceremony.
The Rehearsal
A wedding rehearsal is always a good idea. It helps with the flow of the ceremony and gives you an accurate idea of how long everything takes.
Rehearsals help you know what to expect and get over your nerves. It also gives you the chance to have your wedding ceremony twice!
Timing of the Wedding Rehearsal
Most couples book a rehearsal for one or two days before the ceremony.
Ideally, the rehearsal should be at the venue and as close to the time of day as the actual ceremony as possible. This is especially important for outdoor weddings so you can be sure no one is squinting into the sun during the ceremony—especially not the two of you!
This is your first chance to see, hear, and feel how your ceremony will unfold. Most venues are happy to let you rehearse on the Thursday before a Saturday wedding.
Marriage Licence
As long as you are getting married in Ontario, you can obtain your Marriage Licence from any City Hall in the province, regardless of the actual location of your wedding. Applying for the licence is a process that you are required to do on your own. You will be able to obtain it within 90 days of the planned date of the wedding (but not before 90 days).
Many couples like to provide their Marriage Licence ahead of time so that Catherine can bring it to the ceremony; it is also then one less thing for you to worry about on the day.
About the Legalities
We sign the Marriage Licence during your ceremony and Catherine will mail it to the Registrar. If you would like a Marriage Certificate, you apply for this yourself not less than 90 days after the ceremony.