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Planning your wedding ceremony is exciting and at times overwhelming. We're here to make the process easier. We can help you get all of the documents you need to make your marriage official. Consider a civil ceremony. We can provide an officiant and venue and will tailor the ceremony to make it a memorable experience.

Our office is your destination for these needs. We are available Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except statutory and other holidays).

Apply for a marriage license

You will need to complete an Ontario Marriage License Application form and submit it to Town Hall located at 203 Main St. E. from Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.

We recommend that you email or call 519-925-2600 to make sure staff are available to sign your license. Your application will be processed as you wait and you will leave with an official marriage license. Marriage licenses are valid for 90 days from the date of issue.

Fees

The fee for a marriage license is $120.00, payable by cash or debit.

What do I need to bring?

Along with your completed Marriage License Application form, both applicants will need to have two pieces of government issued identification. Once piece must be photo ID. Valid government ID includes a:

  • Birth certificate, including any change of name certificates
  • Valid passport
  • Record of immigration landing
  • Canadian Citizenship Card
  • Valid driver's license
  • Valid Ontario Photo Card

If both applicants can't attend in person, one applicant can bring the above identification requirements for both applicants.

Second marriages

If you are divorced or widowed and applying for a marriage license, you will need to review the Government of Ontario guidelines to make sure you have all of the necessary paperwork.

Applicants under 18 years of age

In order to get a marriage licence in Ontario, you must be at least 16 years of age. Review the Government of Ontario age regulations to determine what you need to get a marriage license under the age of 18.

Civil marriages

Civil Marriages allow you to personalize your wedding ceremony, making it as simple or as elaborate as you wish. Our Civil Marriage Package includes:

  • the services of the Officiant who conducts a pre-ceremony meeting
  • the performance of the marriage
  • the handling of the registration paperwork

If you are interested in a civil marriage and have more questions, please contact the Town Hall directly at 519-925-2600 or send us an email.  Please review our guidelines and scripts for more information.

Book an officiant

You can book an officiant at Town Hall located at 203 Main St. E. Our officiants will perform weddings at the Town Hall or at your location. You need to give at least 10 days' notice to book a marriage officiant or Town Hall venue. We recommend you book this well in advance if you would like to reserve a specific date.

Marriage consultation

At the time of booking, we will discuss scheduling a mandatory marriage consultation with the officiant to discuss ceremony details. This will take place a minimum of seven to ten days before the scheduled ceremony. Both participants must attend the consultation. You will need to provide:

Photo identification (driver's license, passport or health card)

A completed Civil Marriage Questionnaire

A valid Ontario Marriage License if purchased from another location or completed application with required identification

Fees

The following fees apply for civil ceremonies:

  • $300.00 to book an on or offsite officiant
  • $25 administration fee to change the date of the ceremony within seven days from the original date, subject to availability
  • $50 administration fee to cancel a booking before the mandatory consultation
  • $150 administration fee to cancel a booking after the mandatory consultation

The Municipality will provide staff witnesses if required, for a fee of $50.00 each only during regular business hours.

Ceremony

Ceremonies can be small and intimate, or large and elaborate; it's your day! We have sample ceremonies, which can be tailored to your specifications within the guidelines, fees and scripts package. You can also add your own vows, but the officiant needs to approve them in advance.

Rules and regulations

You can choose between three different ceremony scripts for the ceremony. You can also add your own vows, but the officiant needs to approve them in advance. The following rules apply to all ceremonies that take place at Town Hall:

  • You must provide your own photographer
  • You can include small flower arrangements in the ceremony
  • No confetti, candles, rice, incense or bubbles are permitted
  • Alcohol consumption is not allowed
  • No smoking allowed
  • You can provide your own music
  • No religious symbols or traditions are allowed at a civil ceremony

Officiants

The Town of Shelburne has appointed two officiants to perform marriages:

  • Patti Hossie
  • Jennifer Willoughby

Patti and Jennifer have been marriage officiants since January of 2014. Both enjoy working with couples to help create a meaningful and memorable ceremony. They want to ensure that the ceremony and vows are tailored to the couple's wishes.

Book your appointment today

 

 

 

Get a marriage certificate

A marriage certificate is a record of your marriage. You will need this certificate in order to:

  • Apply for social benefits
  • Change your name
  • Show legal proof of marriage

Visit ServiceOntario to find how to get a marriage certificate.

Change your name

If you would like to legally change your name after your marriage, you can do this through ServiceOntario.

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Administrative Office
203 Main Street East
Shelburne, ON L9V 3K7

Phone: 519-925-2600

Fax: 519 -925-6134

Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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