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On WeddingWire since 2024

Patrice Valeriano is a licensed wedding officiant performing memorable and beautiful ceremonies in Hamilton and the surrounding regions. Patrice began performing weddings first as a Justice of the Peace and now as a Humanist wedding officiant. She is retired from the Bench of the Ontario Court of Justice and is a lawyer with over 30 years’ experience.

Services Offered

Patrice Valeriano offers customized and personal wedding ceremonies, working together with the happy couple to create a unique wedding ceremony that let’s their love story shine. She says on your wedding day, “It’s all about you!” Patrice will preside over small, intimate gatherings as well as large, lavish affairs. Patrice Valeriano Celebrations wants to make the day perfect for the happy couple with an unforgettable ceremony that reflects precisely who they are.

Please see the website at www.patricevalerianocelebrations.ca

Frequently asked questions

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Civil union
Single religion
Interfaith ceremony
Non-religious
Vow renewal
Ceremony rehearsal

What services do you provide?

Licensed
Allow couple' own vows

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Baha'i faith
Buddhist
Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No denomination
Orthodox christian
Presbyterian
Quaker
Earth-based
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jainism
Jewish
Pagan
Shinto
Taoist
Unitarian
Sikhism

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$425

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$100
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Reviews for Patrice Valeriano Celebrations

K
Kelsey Sent on 02/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you Patrice!

I truly can’t say enough positive things about Patrice and the experience we had working with her for our wedding. From our very first meeting, she was warm, personable, and genuinely invested in getting to know us as a couple. She took the time to understand not only how we wanted our ceremony to look and flow, but more importantly, how we wanted it to feel and the things that were most meaningful to us.

What really sets Patrice apart is the level of thought, care, and personalization she puts into her work. Every detail of our ceremony was thoughtfully tailored to reflect John and me, our relationship, and our story. She even took the time to understand how we might be feeling emotionally on the day, knowing that I would likely get a little overwhelmed (and she was absolutely right!). She anticipated those moments and made sure she could gently guide us through them, which made such a difference.

Her attention to detail extended well beyond the ceremony itself. Patrice coordinated a full walkthrough with us and our wedding planner so everyone understood their roles and where they needed to be. She also took the initiative to connect with our vendors ahead of time to ensure everyone was aligned on timing, positioning, and the important moments to capture. These additional touches made us feel incredibly well taken care of.

From our pre-wedding meetings to her thoughtful follow-up email after the wedding, Patrice made the entire experience feel seamless. We always felt heard, prepared, and confident that everything was in good hands.
Kathryn
Kathryn Sent on 20/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Officiant

Patrice is a wonderful wedding officiant! She made our ceremony so special and meaningful, and we couldn’t have been happier with having her be part of our big day. She was warm, professional, and an absolute pleasure to work with from beginning to end. I would highly recommend Patrice to anyone looking for an officiant to make their wedding day truly memorable! ❤️
Cassandra
Cassandra Sent on 16/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!

We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant. Patrice made our whole wedding experience flawless. From the beginning, organization and preparation was exceptional. Never had to worry if I was missing or forgetting something because Patrice has already thought of it.

We are so blessed to have you apart of our special day
-Cassandra & Kevin McCallum
Vivian
Vivian Sent on 06/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Experience!

We truly appreciate the time and care that went into getting to know us as a couple, and crafting such a meaningful script for our ceremony.
Nikolina
Nikolina Sent on 25/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A Wonderful Officiant – Highly Recommended!

Patrice was absolutely wonderful to work with from start to finish. She was kind, professional, organized, and made the entire process feel easy and stress-free. She was always quick to answer our questions and guided us through everything we needed before our ceremony.

On our wedding day, she made us feel comfortable and created a beautiful, meaningful ceremony that was exactly what we had hoped for. Her calm and friendly personality helped make our day even more special.

We are so grateful to Patrice for being part of such an important moment in our lives. We would highly recommend her to any couple looking for a caring, reliable, and professional officiant.
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 08/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful person and wonderful service!

My husband and I loved working with Patrice who officiated our wedding. She was so friendly and open, yet professional and on the ball with all the details. She even brought up little things we hadn't thought of! She helped make our wedding day relaxing and seamless and we couldn't recommend her enough!
Maria
Maria Sent on 27/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

William and Maria May 23rd 2026

Will and myself A huge thank you to you for a beautiful ceremony. You did an absolutely amazing job, and we are so happy and grateful for everything you did to make our day so special. Thank you for helping create a ceremony filled with love, warmth, and unforgettable memories. We truly appreciate you!❤️❤️❤️
I Highly recommend Patrice! She's 👏
Silver
Silver Sent on 26/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A Calm, Warm Presence That Made Our Ceremony Shine!

My wife and I hit the jackpot with Patrice as our wedding officiant! From our very first meet & greet to our intimate wedding day, we were met with unwavering warmth and poise, which resulted in a personal ceremony that felt completely effortless and perfectly us.

Not only does Patrice have a wealth of knowledge surrounding the legalities of a wedding ceremony, she also genuinely cares about her couples and engages them throughout every step of the process. From crafting a ceremony that let our unique love story shine and creating a safe space, to instilling confidence in us during our wedding rehearsal, Patrice offers a perfect balance of professionalism and heart.

We are eternally grateful for Patrice’s calm, grounding and personable presence that she brought to our ceremony and all our prior engagements. We truly couldn’t have been in better hands and highly recommend Patrice Valeriano Celebrations for all couples looking to embark on this next life chapter together!
Kristen
Kristen Sent on 22/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Officiant: Personalized and Seamless!

We cannot thank Patrice enough for making our ceremony so special. We wanted a brief ceremony, and she delivered perfectly while still making it feel deeply personal and meaningful.

Working with Patrice ahead of the wedding was a wonderful experience. She took the genuine time to get to know us and our family, which really showed on the big day. She was incredibly organized, sharing drafts with us early and ensuring we felt confident about every detail. Beyond the "I dos," she made the legal side of things, both before and after the wedding, completely stress-free by guiding us through the certificate process. We received so many compliments from our guests on the ceremony. If you want an officiant who is professional, warm, and truly cares, hire Patrice!
J
Jennifer Sent on 15/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Heartfelt & Beautiful Ceremony. Grateful for Patrice's Care, Warmth and Grace

We truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Patrice. From our very first conversation, she brought such warmth, kindness, and calm to the entire process, making us feel completely at ease every step of the way. She helped us create a ceremony that was so personal, heartfelt, and full of love — even better than we had envisioned.

On the day of our wedding, Patrice’s presence was truly special. She led our ceremony with such grace, joy, and sincerity, creating a beautiful, peaceful atmosphere that we and our guests will always remember. So many of our family members commented on how lovely and thoughtful she was, and how much they appreciated her words and energy.

Working with Patrice was an absolute joy, and we feel so grateful to have found her. She made such a meaningful impact on one of the most important days of our lives, and we will forever hold that gratitude in our hearts.

Jennifer & Andrew
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Patrice  Valeriano
Patrice Valeriano
Wedding Officiant - Licensed

As a wedding officiant, I consider it an honour and privilege to share in your special day.

I have been performing wedding ceremonies since 2014, first as a Justice of the Peace and now as a Humanist wedding officiant. I am licensed to perform marriages in Ontario, so you know your ceremony will be fully legal. With this experience and your dreams, we will make your wedding ceremony memorable, personal, unique and special to you.


I am a lawyer with over 30 years of experience. I was appointed to the bench of the Ontario Court of Justice in 2009, where I presided in courtrooms in most regions of Southern Ontario. Throughout my life, I have served my community on charitable Boards. I have a solid, well-respected reputation, so you know your wedding ceremony will be handled professionally.

I believe when it comes to planning wedding ceremonies it is all about you!

In addition to the formality of the day, I enjoy working with your vision to design your wedding ceremony with joy, humour, lightness, and respect. Why do I perform wedding ceremonies? I returned to performing marriages after I retired from my courtroom duties, because I love contributing to the important moments and celebrations in other people’s lives.

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Hamilton L9H 6V9 Hamilton (Ontario)

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