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On WeddingWire since 2023
Last update: October 2025
Larry Boldt is a First Unitarian Fellowship of Nanaimo Lay Chaplain, and licenced wedding officiant from Nanaimo, British Columbia. As a Unitarian and an LGBTQ+ ally, you can rest assured knowing that Larry curates deeply personal and meaningful ceremonies, be they civil unions, elopements, religious, and non-religious weddings. If you prefer spiritual but not religious, he can do that too.
"We couldn't be happier with our choice and would definitely recommend Larry to any couple looking for an officiant who combines professionalism with genuine warmth and understanding." - Lillia & Trang
"We found Larry to be very flexible, accommodating, and sensitive to our wishes." - Paul H.
"Larry was great to work with. He was professional and fun. Would definitely recommend him" - Jessie B.
"Larry’s patience was a blessing to work with." - Cory C.
Services Offered
From vow renewals to child-naming ceremonies to house blessings, transition ceremonies and celebrations of life, Larry Boldt is available to help you make the most of life's milestones. No matter the occasion, he will factor in your wishes and values in order to craft the perfect ceremony. Whether you're hosting the wedding of the century or an intimate affair, Larry will be by your side as you take your first step into life as a married couple. If you'd like a celebrant who will do right by your love story, do get in touch as soon as you can.
Serving the Mid-Vancouver Island region.
Reviews for Larry Boldt - Lay Chaplain
An Unforgettable day!
Professional, accommodating officiant
Our Wedding review was excellent ceremony for our small wedding we had i thought he did a good iob on what we wanted.
Anyone getting married.
A Wonderful Officiant
From our first virtual meeting, Larry was both friendly and professional. We immediately connected over our shared values of openness, love, and appreciation for family. He made us feel comfortable and understood.
When we decided to change our ceremony script to be more minimalist and modern, Larry adapted and helped execute our vision perfectly - and it fit beautifully with our wedding theme.
One of our most important requests was including our children in the ceremony through special vows, and Larry handled this absolutely wonderfully. Having him address the kids made our blended family feel truly celebrated.
We couldn't be happier with our choice and would definitely recommend Larry to any couple looking for an officiant who combines professionalism with genuine warmth and understanding. Thank you, Larry!
- Trang & Lilia (July 26, 2025)
A perfect wedding officiant for a non-religious ceremony in the mid-island area!
Great experience!
Amazing!!!!!
He responded to all our emails and questions in record time and was positive as can be!
During our rehearsal he was a huge help in getting everything figured out and relaxed our nerves for the next day.
On the day of, he was fun, caring, and did a fantastic job marrying us!
We even took a selfie at the start of the ceremony!
Thank you so much!
Jordan and Garrett
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Meet the team
I like to stay busy in my retirement from my "working" career. I enjoy golfing, reading, and woodworking among many other things. Most of all, I seek out new things for my wife and I to do and participate in together. We have been married 39 years, and have 5 fantastic grandchilden who we love spending time with.
I became a Lay Chaplain to help others who have found love in their lives. I take great pleasure working with couples to create their own special day.
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