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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.

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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
    • Phoenix, Arizona
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    • USA

    Andrea Michelle Photography
    I’m a travel wedding and branding photographer serving Washington, Arizona, and anywhere the light is pretty. My main mission? Helping you stay as grounded and confident as possible!
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    • Adelaide, South Australia
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    • Around the World
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    • Australia

    Kate Sutherland Jewellery
    After making jewellery for close to 15 years, Kate has landed exactly where she wants to be – Crafting bespoke, hand-made pieces that reflect the essence of an individual, a story or a unique and everlasting connection.
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    • Around the World
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    • Bali

    Bisma Eight
    Bisma Eight Ubud, Bali offers boutique suites and villas nestled within the natural and cultural heart of central Bali. With roots in both artisan heritage and the craft of modern luxury, Bisma Eight redefines what it means to stay in…
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    • Denver, Colorado
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    • Norway
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    • USA

    Nina Reed Photography
    I photograph weddings and elopements in Colorado and Norway for couples who value the moments and memories even more than the photos—whether your wedding day is spent adventuring alone in the mountains or celebrating with all your favorite people at…
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  • Two individuals in wedding dresses share a close and intimate moment against a backdrop of red rock formations.
    • New York City, New York
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    • USA

    Marilyn Lamanna Photography
    I am a couples & wedding photographer based in New York City, and happy to travel to wherever your day is at! I believe your day can feel casual, yet so special – mirroring how so many memories are made….
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    • Bozeman, Montana
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    • USA

    David Clumpner
    Hi there, my name is David. I’m based in Montana and I photograph across the U.S. and the world. I specialize in a candid/photojournalistic approach for people who value authentic, raw, and emotional imagery.
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    • Sacramento, California
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    • USA

    Moon Mama Event Co.
    Moon Mama Event Co. creates weddings and celebrations that feel deeply personal, affirming, and unapologetically authentic.
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  • Two polished wedding bands, one with a textured surface and the other adorned with diamonds.
    • Around the World
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Eli Speaks Jewellery
    Often Art Deco-inspired, Eli Speaks custom designs and creates engagement and wedding jewellery from their Melbourne studio.
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    A Tactile Perception
    I’m Natalie and I create vibrant and intriguing designs to inject colour and personality into your wedding stationery. I absolutely love getting to know you and what you want your invitations to convey so that I can use my creativity…
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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.

Real Canadian love stories

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