How to Get Married

Understanding the difference between a Marriage Commissioner and a Wedding Officiant in British Columbia, and how both are legally authorized to marry you. This guide explains what each role offers, and why working with a wedding officiant can create a more meaningful and guided ceremony experience.

Many couples use the terms Legal Signing, Elopement, and Wedding Ceremony interchangeably, but they are designed for different purposes. This guide explains the key differences, common misconceptions, and how to choose the marriage experience that best reflects your priorities.

A closer look at the flow of an Intimate Elopement ceremony, including vows, rings, legal marriage signing, and the quiet emotional experience of getting married in a more private and meaningful setting.

A closer look at the flow of a Signature Celebration wedding ceremony, including love story sharing, tribute moments, vows, unity rituals, and relationship-centered ceremony experiences guided by Vancity Officiant in Vancouver, BC.

A wedding ceremony does not need to feel heavily customized to be emotionally meaningful. This guide explores how a Classic Celebration ceremony by Vancity Officiant typically flows, from the opening welcome and processional to vows, exchange of rings, signing of documents, blessing, and recessional, while remaining grounded, emotionally present, and easy to navigate.

Learn how to book a simple legal wedding online in Vancouver, including the difference between hiring an officiant and choosing a complete, officiant-led ceremony.