To get married in Vancouver, you need to follow a few key legal steps: 1. **Obtain a Marriage Licence:** You must acquire a marriage licence from any marriage licence issuer in British Columbia. Both parties need to be present, and you must bring valid government-issued photo ID. The licence is valid for three months from the date of issuance. 2. **Choose an Officiant:** You are required to have a licensed officiant to perform the marriage ceremony. This is where Vancity Officiant comes in. We ensure your ceremony is legally binding. 3. **Witnesses:** You need two witnesses to be present during your wedding ceremony. 4. **Marriage Registration:** After the ceremony, Vancity Officiant will submit the required paperwork to Vital Statistics to officially register your marriage. Vancity Officiant will guide you through each step of this process, ensuring all legalities are properly handled, so you can focus on celebrating your special day. Our professional services promise a smooth and memorable experience.

Not sure which ceremony suits your vision? Compare our signature packages to see what feels just right for your celebration style and guest experience. You can also visit our Service page to learn more.

In BC, the main difference between a Commissioner and an Officiant lies in the level of personalization and ceremony involvement. A Commissioner is a government-appointed official who focuses solely on the legal registration of the marriage. Their role is to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed, making them an ideal choice for couples seeking a simple, no-frills legal process. On the other hand, an Officiant takes the lead in crafting and conducting a personalized wedding ceremony. Whether religious or non-religious, an Officiant helps create a ceremony that reflects the couple's unique story, values, and love. From multicultural traditions to meaningful rituals, an Officiant can design a memorable and heartfelt experience, making your wedding day feel truly special and one-of-a-kind. If you're looking for a wedding ceremony filled with personal touches and meaning, an Officiant offers the perfect opportunity to make your day unforgettable.

While we recommend booking as early as possible, especially for weekends, holidays, and peak wedding seasons, we’re also happy to accommodate last-minute requests, even with as little as one day's notice, to ensure you have a beautiful and meaningful ceremony.

Unity rituals are symbolic acts performed during a wedding ceremony to represent the joining of two people—or two families—into one. These rituals visually express the couple’s commitment, connection, and shared future. Common examples include lighting a unity candle, pouring sand into one vessel, or tying a handfasting cord. At Vancity Officiant, we offer a curated selection of meaningful unity rituals that can be added to your ceremony. One of our signature options is the Pawfect Witness ritual—an adorable and heartfelt way to include your dog in this special moment. All our rituals are designed to bring beauty, symbolism, and a unique touch to your wedding day. To explore the rituals we offer and their deeper meanings, visit our article: Wedding Rituals & Their Meanings.

Yes, we provide bilingual ceremony services in English, Cantonese and Mandarin to cater to a diverse range of clients and ensure a personalized and meaningful experience for all.

We intentionally don’t offer word-for-word script approvals—and that’s a deliberate choice. Over the years, we’ve found that when couples try to fine-tune every line, it often adds unnecessary stress and pulls them out of the emotional flow of the day. Instead, we invite you to voluntarily share your story and values through our questionnaire. We then thoughtfully weave in what you’ve shared—alongside a meaningful unity ritual—to craft a ceremony that feels heartfelt and aligned with your energy. With over 2000 weddings of experience, we’ve seen how beautiful things unfold when couples trust us to guide the tone and flow. Many even describe the moment of hearing their ceremony for the first time as a kind of joyful surprise—like unwrapping a meaningful gift that was made just for them. We encourage you to let go of the pressure to control every word, so you can fully be present, supported, and emotionally connected to the moment.

An officiant ensures a Chinese Tea Ceremony is authentic, meaningful, and smooth. At Vancity Officiant, our tea ceremony specialist, Officiant Kit Chan, brings cultural knowledge to honor Asian wedding traditions, guiding the couple and families, making the ceremony respectful and heartfelt, enhancing its emotional impact and cultural significance.