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Rivers Officiating, located in Ottawa, Ontario, offers a full range of ceremony planning and officiating services.

Over 15 years ago, I married the love of my life at my grandparents' cottage. My bride and her bridesmaids arrived by boat, and on the deck, surrounded by family and friends, we declared our love and commitment. No church, no prayersโ€”just a heartfelt ceremony that was perfect for us.

Thanks to the trailblazing efforts of Humanist Canada, couples across Ontario now have the same freedom to enjoy non-religious weddings that are both beautiful and meaningful.

As the officiant behind Rivers Officiating, itโ€™s my joy to help couples create unforgettable ceremonies to match their values and style.

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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?

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

Reviews for Rivers Officiating

Charlotte
Charlotte Sent on 11/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Lindsay was the perfect choice for my wedding!

Lindsay was the perfect choice for my wedding!

During the planning process he was quick to reply to emails/texts and flexible to scheduled meetings. He was open to any changes we had about his speech, he said โ€œthis is your wedding and you should make any changes you guys wantโ€.

The day of, he came on time, dressed very professionally, took the initiative to coordinate with the DJ and my husband as to when people should start to walk down the aisle. He also came prepared with a pen to sign the marriage license, (which was amazing because forgot to bring one) and tabbed where we should sign. He also stepped aside for my husband and Iโ€™s first kiss, which is something some officiants forget, but not Lindsay.

I would 100% recommend Lindsay to anyone getting married and looking for an officiant!
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Yuka Sent on 02/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our memorable wedding day

Lindsay was an exceptional wedding officiant. He was friendly, reliable, and organized, making our planning process smooth even with just a few months to prepare. We initially wanted a simple ceremony and had limited ideas, but Lindsay offered great suggestions that enhanced our day. He arranged virtual meetings to accommodate our schedules, and his thoughtful approach helped us create beautiful memories with our family and friends. We are truly grateful for his support and guidance!
Andrea
Andrea Sent on 25/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our Country Forest Wedding!

We could not have picked a better person to officiate our ceremony. We were able to have many sit down ,casual and productive virtual meetings before the big event to create the perfect agenda for our wedding. Dealing directly with Lindsay, his loving wife Chunyee and their experience with a very successful marriage really gave us the support we needed to navigate the entire event. We are forever grateful!
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