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LGBTQ+ Affirming Wedding Vendors in British Columbia

Photographers, officiants, venues and planners across BC, from Vancouver to Vancouver Island and the mountains. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.

Ocean views at a wedding in Victoria, British Columbia
From Rom-Com Vibes and Ocean Views for a Victoria BC Picnic Engagement.

British Columbia at a glance

No waiting periodMarry the day you buy your licence.

Buy within 3 monthsYour licence must be bought within 3 months of the wedding.

Two witnesses over 19Plus a marriage commissioner or religious official.

Ocean to mountainsIslands, rainforest and peaks, all close by.

Vetted vendors serving British Columbia

Type of vendor
  • Close-up of two rings with large central gemstones, one blue and one brown, surrounded by smaller diamonds set in gold bands.
    • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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    • USA

    Emily Chelsea Jewelry

    Emily Chelsea Jewelry, are an online retail store that specializes in creating unique and custom engagement and wedding rings. We want your jewelry to uniquely reflect who you are, what you stand for and what you find beautiful. We seek…
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    • Portland, Oregon
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    • USA

    Muffcake Manor

    Muffcake Manor is a boutique wedding stationery studio led by illustrator and designer Adrienne Browning, where every piece is crafted with intention, heart, and a touch of old-world romance. Rooted in the Pacific Northwest but serving couples around the world,…
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    • Austin, Texas
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    • Birmingham, Alabama
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    • USA
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    • Washington DC, District of Columbia

    The Stylist Abroad

    We’re a beauty brand that believes in bringing to life your dream look even in lieu of tradition so let’s kick the rule book out the window and create some magic! Imagine a bespoke bridal beauty look for your unique…
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    • Around the World
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    • Banff, Alberta
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    • Canada
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    • Iceland

    The Organic Moment Photography & Videography

    Hey, we’re Liz & Jason, your Elopement Photographer and Videographer, Planners, Guides and all time fun duo!!
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    • Burlington, Vermont
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    • New York City, New York
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    • USA

    Catherine Claire Art

    Photography is more than just documenting for me, it is art. Allow me to capture every detail, every intimate moment, and every cinematic still that arises naturally throughout your day with an unobtrusive presence and down-to-earth demeanor.
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    • Portland, Oregon
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    • USA

    Folksy Elopements

    I’m Milo– a queer & trans nature-enthusiast with 10+ years experience photographing couples in love. I make elopements that feel like you actually got to live your day—slow, present, and full of the good stuff in between.
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  • Emily Chelsea Jewelry

    Emily Chelsea Jewelry, are an online retail store that specializes in creating unique and custom engagement and wedding rings. We want your jewelry to uniquely reflect who you are, what you stand for and what you find beautiful. We seek to always source as responsibly and ethically as possible—whether that means using recycled or Fair-mind gold, recycled and post-consumer diamonds, or Montana sourced or lab-grown gems.

  • Muffcake Manor

    Muffcake Manor is a boutique wedding stationery studio led by illustrator and designer Adrienne Browning, where every piece is crafted with intention, heart, and a touch of old-world romance. Rooted in the Pacific Northwest but serving couples around the world, the studio specializes in bespoke wedding invitations that feel less like paper goods and more like heirloom keepsakes. The kind of pieces families tuck into albums, frame on walls, and revisit long after the celebration ends.

  • The Stylist Abroad

    We’re a beauty brand that believes in bringing to life your dream look even in lieu of tradition so let’s kick the rule book out the window and create some magic! Imagine a bespoke bridal beauty look for your unique needs and wants to authentically celebrate YOU. It’s not a dream!

  • Folksy Elopements

    I’m Milo– a queer & trans nature-enthusiast with 10+ years experience photographing couples in love. I make elopements that feel like you actually got to live your day—slow, present, and full of the good stuff in between.

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Getting married in British Columbia

Canada has had marriage equality nationwide since 2005, and there’s no residency requirement, so couples from anywhere can marry here. British Columbia is a favorite for couples who want ocean and mountains in the same weekend.

The legal bit

Buy your marriage licence within 3 months before your wedding. There’s no waiting period, and one of you can apply in person with ID for both. The licence costs $100. On the day, you’ll need two witnesses over 19, and a licensed marriage commissioner or religious official.

Where couples are saying yes

Our couples have had rom-com vibes and ocean views on Vancouver Island.

Questions couples ask

Can we marry in BC if we do not live in Canada?

Yes. Canada has no residency requirement for marriage.

Is there a waiting period in BC?

No. There is no waiting period.

How many witnesses do we need in BC?

Two witnesses over 19.

Who can marry us in BC?

A licensed marriage commissioner or a religious official.

Legal details last checked October 2026 against the Government of BC.

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