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More Than Just Words: Why Declaration of Intent Should Be Felt, Not Repeated | Vancity Officiant Wedding Guide
In many couples' hearts, the most unforgettable moment in a wedding ceremony is when they look into each other’s eyes and say, "I do." These two words, though brief, carry the weight of a lifetime commitment. But too often, this deeply meaningful declaration is reduced to a scripted "repeat after me" exercise—stripping it of sincerity and emotional resonance. As independent marriage officiants, we believe your "I do" should be a heartfelt choice, not just a recited line. That
Jul 23 min read


Include Your Pet in a Meaningful Wedding Ceremony That Gives Back | Vancity Officiant Wedding Guide
At Vancity Officiant, love is something we believe should ripple outward—from couples to families, to the wider world, and especially to the animals who bring so much joy and comfort to our lives. That’s why we created the Pawfect Witness ™ ceremony—not only as a way to include your furry friend in one of life’s most treasured moments, but also as a way to give back to animals still waiting for a second chance. The Pawfect Witness ™ experience is a heartfelt, complimentary
Jun 24 min read


Legal Signing Ceremony in Vancouver at The Ensora | Vancity Officiant Wedding Guide
A quiet, heartfelt way to say “I do.”
Now hosted at The Ensora Ceremony Space in Richmond, BC, our Legal Signing Ceremony offers a modern, minimalist alternative to traditional weddings. Designed by officiants, it brings high-end simplicity, privacy, and sincerity into one seamless indoor experience.
May 253 min read


Pet-Friendly Wedding Venues in Vancouver & the Lower Mainland | Vancity Officiant Wedding Guide
Looking for pet-friendly wedding venues in Vancouver ? Whether you're planning an outdoor ceremony with your dog as your ring bearer or just want to include your furry friend in photos, this guide shares the best venues and tips to make it happen, stress-free. WHY CHOOSE A PET-FRIENDLY WEDDING? Your pet is family, it's important to include them in the moment that marks your next chapter Outdoor venues and relaxed West Coast vibes make pet participation easy Many parks and pri
May 235 min read


Wedding Unity Rituals & Their Meanings | Vancity Officiant Guide
These days more and more couples choose to have their wedding ceremonies personalized, and wedding rituals are many different “unity” ceremonies that couples will perform to symbolically unite them as a couple, or two families as one. There are many of them you may have seen at your friends’ weddings such as: Candle Lighting Sand Ceremony Tea/Wine Ceremony Love Letter / Vows Exchange Ceremony Rituals can be more spiritual and based on religious practices, while there are also
Nov 17, 20223 min read


How to Write Your Elopement Vows: A Complete Guide | Vancity Officiant Wedding Guide
Many couples we work with have been feeling lost when it comes to writing their vows. Some have google searched for samples and ideas since the beginning of wedding planning, while there are also couples who want to leave their vows to the last minute, and at the end they would just give up and using template vows instead. There is no reason to force yourself to write your own personal vows, if it’s not for you, it’s not for you. The traditional vows that have been passed dow
Jan 10, 20203 min read


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