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Civil Marriage Ceremonies

The Township of Centre Wellington offers three simple, Civil Marriage Ceremonies performed by the Municipal Clerk or Deputy Clerk. Services are held at the Municipal Office located at 1 MacDonald Square, Elora in the Council Chamber on Thursdays and Fridays from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, or at Victoria Park in Elora on Fridays from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm by appointment only. Additional locations may be arranged at the officiants discretion.  Certain dates and times are not available throughout the year including statutory holidays. No alcohol, confetti, bubbles, rice, candles, or incense allowed on Township property.

All ceremonies require a pre-wedding consultation prior to the ceremony, usually arranged two weeks prior to the wedding date. Couples must come prepared with the following:

  • A valid marriage licence (may be obtained at pre-wedding consultation)
  • Current government issued photo ID
  • Payment for Civil Ceremony (cash or debit only)
  • Names & addresses of two witnesses
  • Any materials to be incorporated into the ceremony.

To book an appointment or for more information please contact 519.846.9691 x242

Council Chamber Ceremony $256.64 +HST

Victoria Park, Elora Ceremony $320.27 +HST

Alternative locations $448.50 +HST

Municipal employee witness $32.04 +HST per witness

A $50.00 deposit is required at the time of booking and will be deducted from the ceremony fee which is due in full at pre-wedding consultation. Please note this fee is non-refundable in the event of a cancellation.

Marriage Certificates can be obtained from ServiceOntario approximately 10 weeks following the date of marriage.

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