Marriage Services
Basic Civil Ceremony - This is a ceremony which includes the legal requirements as well as a few additional components. Couples choose this type of ceremony if they want their ceremony short and simple. It is about 10 minutes in length.
Personalized Ceremonies - Couples customize the basic ceremony by adding readings, unity ceremonies, having family involvement, or writing their own vows. This makes their ceremony more meaningful to them as it reflects their preferences and personalities.
Same Sex Ceremonies - Same sex ceremonies are the same as other ceremonies. They can follow the basic format or couples can personalize their ceremony.
Legal Ceremony Prior to Destination Wedding - This is a legal ceremony performed a few days/weeks before a couple's destination wedding. At their destination the couple has a "Public (non legal) Ceremony." They do not have to obtain a marriage license at their destination, translate documents, and deal with waiting periods. Their marriage is registered on PEI.
Vow Renewals - This is a ceremony for couples who have been married for a number of years and choose to recommit themselves to one another by repeating their marriage vows. Usually family members are involved in this type of service. There is no legal paper work required for this type of ceremony.
Commitment Ceremonies - These ceremonies are for couples who cannot legally marry or who choose not to legally marry but who want to make a public affirmation of their commitment to one another. They are similar in style to a marriage ceremony but they are not registered with the province.
Public Ceremonies - These ceremonies are for couples who are already married - usually they have eloped, married privately at a city hall or court house, or married earlier in another country. They now want to celebrate their marriage in front of family and friends. In some cases the guests know they are already married and in some cases they do not. There would be no legal paper work with this type of ceremony.
Pop Up Ceremonies - These are "surprise" ceremonies. Usually couples invite family and friends over for a party or a reunion and in the middle of the event, they announce they are about to get married. A couple must have a marriage license for their surprise ceremony to be legal.
Other Services
Witness Services - Two witnesses age 18 or older are required at weddings. Witnesses can be provided for a fee for couples who do not have any.
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