Should We Write Our Own Vows?

Should We Write Our Own Vows?

The vows are a memorable part of many weddings. They are not legally required, but they can be a very personal and meaningful part of the ceremony – and are often intensely emotional as well. Some of the couples we marry have a clear idea about what they want...

Theme Wedding!

After five years of performing weddings, I was finally asked to dress up for a theme wedding this past October. Matthew and I met with Dave and Alexi, who were happy to have found a Humanist Officiant who reflected their values, and we had a great talk about Humanism...

How do I get a marriage licence?

To get married by a registered Humanist Officiant in Ontario, you need to get a Marriage Licence. You can get this document from any city hall, town hall, or municipal office in Ontario. It does not have be issued from the city you are getting married in, or even the...
What is a humanist wedding ceremony?

What is a humanist wedding ceremony?

For millennia, religious institutions have governed people’s life passages. Weddings, funerals, welcoming new children into the community – worldwide, these were strictly religious ceremonies. But recently, as our society becomes more secular and religion...