Inclusive vendor directory

LGBTQ+ Affirming Wedding Vendors in Canada

Photographers, officiants, venues and planners across Canada, from Toronto breweries to the Rockies. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.

Two lovers on a mountaintop in the Canadian Rockies
From A Hiking Mountaintop Elopement in the Canadian Rockies.

Canada at a glance

Equal since 2005Canada was one of the first countries in the world to say yes.

No residency neededVisitors can marry here with a provincial license.

Waits vary by provinceOntario and BC have none. Quebec asks for 20 days.

Mountains to city hallsFrom the Rockies to Drumheller sunsets.

Vetted vendors serving Canada

Province or territory
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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    • Troy, New York
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    • USA

    Milestones by Miri

    I create and perform ceremonies and rituals of all varieties. In the process of getting to know people, from newborns and their families to nearlyweds to actively dying folks, I craft celebrations of life’s meaningful moments, both big and small.
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    • Leominster, Massachusetts
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    • USA

    Kassia Lee Photography

    Kassia Lee Photography is all about capturing real moments & raw emotion. The little things that make life so beautiful, from the laughter, the tears, to the smallest details, I’m here to document your story as it naturally unfolds.
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    • New York City, New York
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    • USA

    Elvira Kalviste Photography

    Choosing a wedding photographer isn’t just about finding someone who takes great photos—it’s about finding someone you trust to capture the real, unfiltered moments without turning your day into a production. With 11 years of experience, we know how to…
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    • Denver, Colorado
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    • USA

    Sophia Lewis Photography

    I’m Sophia, the photographer behind Sophia Lewis Photography. I specialize in story-driven wedding and elopement photography across Colorado and beyond, documenting celebrations that are intentional, emotional, and deeply personal. My approach is rooted in connection and trust. I want you…
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Married By A Teddy

    Teddy Bell is the celebrant behind Married By A Teddy — a modern, Melbourne-based celebrancy brand creating ceremonies that feel elevated, intentional and emotionally intelligent.
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    • Asheville, North Carolina
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    • USA

    Laura Sparks Photography

    Hey, I’m Laura Sparks and I specialize in elopements and intimate weddings because I 1000% believe it’s the best way to get married! (Like, for real! My wife and I eloped in Olympic National Park in Sept ’23!) I seriously…
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    • New Zealand
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    • Queenstown, South Island

    Sarah Noble Celebrant

    I’m Sarah, a Queenstown-based wedding celebrant specialising in elopements and intimate weddings for couples who want their day to feel meaningful, relaxed, and genuinely their own.
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    • Richmond, California
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    • USA

    Vivian Chen Photography

    Hi, I’m Vivian! I am a nature lover and visual storyteller who focuses on organic moments while highlighting a sense of space and showcasing your beloved communities authentically. I began my photography journey two decades ago, assisting high-end wedding photographers before…
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  • Two women in wedding attire, with one resting her head on the other's shoulder, smiling in a vineyard.
    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Emily Howlett Photography

    With a ‘storytelling’ approach to photography, Emily’s work is warm, colourful, and relaxed, much like her personality.
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    • San Jose, California
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    • USA

    Ripple Rain Photography

    San Francisco Bay Area based wedding, elopement and couples photographer. Capturing all the in between moments for all couples.
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    • New York City, New York
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    • USA

    The Williamsburg Hotel

    Owned and operated by the hospitality and real estate duo, Toby Moskovitz and Michael Lichtenstein, The Williamsburg Hotel is an elegant boutique hotel located in prime North Brooklyn territory.
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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.

  • Milestones by Miri

    I create and perform ceremonies and rituals of all varieties. In the process of getting to know people, from newborns and their families to nearlyweds to actively dying folks, I craft celebrations of life’s meaningful moments, both big and small.

  • Elvira Kalviste Photography

    Choosing a wedding photographer isn’t just about finding someone who takes great photos—it’s about finding someone you trust to capture the real, unfiltered moments without turning your day into a production. With 11 years of experience, we know how to blend into the rhythm of your wedding, letting things unfold naturally while staying ready for whatever comes next.

  • Sophia Lewis Photography

    I’m Sophia, the photographer behind Sophia Lewis Photography. I specialize in story-driven wedding and elopement photography across Colorado and beyond, documenting celebrations that are intentional, emotional, and deeply personal. My approach is rooted in connection and trust. I want you to feel comfortable enough to be fully yourselves so the photos reflect the real moments unfolding around you.

  • Laura Sparks Photography

    Hey, I’m Laura Sparks and I specialize in elopements and intimate weddings because I 1000% believe it’s the best way to get married! (Like, for real! My wife and I eloped in Olympic National Park in Sept ’23!) I seriously have the best job ever because I get to help lovers create a day that is authentic, where you can completely be yourselves, and have the best damn day EVER. From location and vendor recommendations, to creating the perfect timeline for you, I’ve got you covered!

  • Vivian Chen Photography

    Hi, I’m Vivian! I am a nature lover and visual storyteller who focuses on organic moments while highlighting a sense of space and showcasing your beloved communities authentically. I began my photography journey two decades ago, assisting high-end wedding photographers before branching out on my own. What started as a job became my purpose as I fell in love with storytelling through my art. I am incredibly lucky to spend my weekends surrounded by joy, having now captured over 500 weddings from lavish celebrations at luxury hotels to quiet, intimate elopements by the sea. Photography has been my passport to travel the world, connect with so many remarkable people, and play a part in sharing their stories.

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Getting married in Canada

Canada legalized same-sex marriage nationwide in 2005 with the Civil Marriage Act, making it one of the first countries in the world to do so. It’s still one of the easiest places for queer couples to marry, including couples from overseas.

Licenses are provincial

There’s no residency requirement. You get your license from the province or territory where you’re marrying, and each one sets its own rules on documents, fees and timing. Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta have no waiting period, while Quebec requires 20 days between your license and the ceremony.

If your home country won’t recognize it

Since 2013, Canadian law has also let couples who married here, but live somewhere that won’t recognize their marriage, get divorced in Canada if they ever need to. Not romantic, but reassuring.

Where couples are saying yes

Our couples have eloped at sunset in Drumheller, hiked to a mountaintop in the Rockies and partied at a Toronto brewery.

Questions couples ask

Can same-sex couples legally marry in Canada?

Yes. Same-sex marriage has been legal nationwide since the Civil Marriage Act of 2005.

Do we need to live in Canada to get married there?

No. Canada has no residency requirement. You just need a marriage license from the province or territory where you marry.

Is there a waiting period?

It depends on the province. Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta have none, while Quebec requires 20 days between issuing the license and the ceremony.

What if our home country doesn’t recognize our marriage?

Canada’s Civil Marriage of Non-residents Act (2013) lets non-resident couples who married in Canada divorce there if their home country won’t grant one.

Can a friend officiate?

Officiant rules vary by province. Some allow temporary or one-day authorizations, so check with the province where you plan to marry.

Legal details last checked October 2026. Requirements vary by province, so always confirm with your provincial vital statistics office.

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