1-
Who could officiate a wedding
in Ontario?
In a civil ceremony, you
can be married by a judge of a justice of the peace. You contact a municipality
or city hall to arrange a civil ceremony.
In a religious ceremony,
you can be married by an officiant who is recognized by your faith group and is
registered to perform marriages in Ontario under The Marriage Act.
2-
How do you get a ML?
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You need 2 government issued
identification for each person
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A valid passport
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Record of landing
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Citizenship card
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Government issued birth
certificate
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Driver’s license
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Valid Ontario photo ID
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Any name change certificate
3-
What’s the cost of a Marriage
License?
The fee is $125 and is
nonrefundable once issued and valid for 90 days.
4-
Is it possible to get a ML on
the same day?
Yes it is as long as you
have the proper identifications for both couple
5-
Can you fill a marriage license
online?
Yes you could but you must
appear in person to sign and purchase the Marriage License. An electronic copy
will automatically be submitted to the clerk’s office.
6-
How long is the ML valid for?
The marriage license is
valid for 90 days
7-
Will you need a witness for the
Wedding Ceremony?
Yes, you need two
witnesses who is at least 18yrs old and an officiant cannot be a witness if officiating
the ceremony.
8-
Can you marry online?
You can do it but it’s not
legal
9-
What’s the cost to marry at
city hall?
Its $290 +HST which
includes the officiant and the chambers
10-
What’s the difference between a
Marriage License and a Marriage Certificate?
Marriage License is a
piece of paper that authorizes you to get married and a Marriage Certificate is
the document that proves you are legally married.
11-
How do I apply for a marriage
certificate
Once you get legally
married and the couple, officiant and the 2 witnesses sign the ML, your signed
copy will be sent to Service Ontario in Thunder Bay for the Marriage
Certificate.
Service Ontario is the
only government authorized source for a Marriage Certificate.
