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BUILDING A CULTURE OF STRONG MARRIAGE, ONE COUPLE AT A TIME

At XO. Life Celebrations, we understand how important marriage is and we want to help make sure that your union is a happy and successful one. That’s why we offer both wedding officiant services and marriage readiness courses.

Our wedding officiant services provide couples with a meaningful ceremony that will bring your special day to life. We help you create a ceremony that is personal and unique to you, one that reflects your values and beliefs.

Our marriage readiness courses provide couples with the tools they need to make their marriage last. We provide couples with communication and conflict resolution skills, advice on money management, and teaching on how to navigate the ups and downs of married life.

We would be honored to be part of your special day. Please let us know if you have any questions or if you would like to learn more about our services.

AN EXTRAORDINARY OFFICIANT

Tracy B Richards is one of Ontario's most sought-after wedding officiants.

XO stands for eXtra Ordinary, owing to Tracy’s passion, dedication, and commitment to excellence in serving couples, families, and her community at large. XO also represents the emphasis on a genuine connection that is present between Tracy and everyone she works with.

Tracy's reputation as a warm, supportive guide and mentor throughout the ceremony planning process is what her clients have come to appreciate most about her. Tracy's strong values and inclusive approach are what guide and motivate her, both personally and professionally.

Tracy and her team are highly trained, extremely professional, and deeply committed to creating meaningful, values-based, personalized ceremonies for every couple they meet.

EXPERIENCE

Tracy is an experienced Marriage Readiness & Enrichment counsellor and has been devoted to helping individuals and couples learn how to cultivate and maintain healthy relationships since 2001. Discovering that this was not simply a vocation, but a true “calling” led her to become ordained as a Marketplace Minister and licensed to solemnize marriages in the Province of Ontario in 2015. Since then Tracy has gone on to officiate hundreds of weddings and has supported her community through many seasons of celebration and loss as a Life Celebrant.

"Becoming a Wedding Officiant and Life Celebrant was such a natural evolution for me. I can’t think of any higher honour than to be supporting, assisting, and guiding other members of my community as they move through significant Life Events."

MARRIAGE READINESS COURSE

By investing in yourself and your marriage, you will be able to gain invaluable insight into why some marriages succeed and others fail, and about how to build a satisfactory, stable relationship. With my experience, I will guide and support you through this process.

Are you ready to start your marriage off on the right foot?

With the help of my 2+ decades of experience working with couples, we can provide you with valuable insight into building a satisfactory, stable relationship. Through the Prepare/Enrich assessment combined with the 8 follow-up feedback sessions, I will guide and support you as you gain a deeper understanding of each other. Let's start your marriage off right!

ANNOUNCING OUR EXCLUSIVE HOST VENUE: DEER CREEK HOMESTEAD

For years, we’ve had a vision of creating a “Tiny Chapel” on our own Country Homestead where couples could have a simple, yet elegant elopement with just a few friends. As couples began to embrace the charm and cost-effectiveness of smaller, simpler weddings, we decided to take the leap of faith and purchased our own 2.5-acre property in the Village of Madoc, ON in the spring of 2021. Known lovingly as “The Little Village with the Heart of Gold'', Madoc was originally the epicenter of Canada’s Goldrush. Conveniently located only 2 hours east of Toronto, Madoc Village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers endless opportunities to explore nature and experience authentic country life.

While Deer Creek Homestead is being lovingly restored we will be offering the following services exclusively at Woodland North Lavender Farm and O'Hara Mill Homestead in Madoc, ON

  • "Just the Two of Us" Legal Marriage Signing (license and two witnesses required)
  • Intimate "DIY" Elopements
  • Casual, Country Style Elopements
  • All-Inclusive Elegant Elopements

We look forward to welcoming you to Madoc very soon!

Casual, Country Style Elopements in Madoc, ON

Your ceremony will take place at one of our host venues near the charming village of Madoc, ON (2 hours east of Toronto).

After a scenic drive through the picturesque farmland of Centre Hastings, Tracy will greet you at your chosen venue.

When you arrive, feel free to take a few minutes to stretch your legs and roam the property as you explore the ideal spot selected for your casual & intimate ceremony.

To make your nuptials even more special, our all-inclusive packages include floral arrangements for both Bride & Groom, professional photography, a wedding cake, and a sparkling toast. A post-ceremony mini-reception can be added on for a per-person charge.

Services Offered

XO. Life Celebrations offers detailed packages for weddings, complete with fully personalized ceremonies. Services include the filing of your marriage license after the ceremony and offering continuous support and encouragement throughout the entire process. The following are XO. Life Celebrations' "Signature" Ceremony Packages:

  • Super Simple "I Do's"
  • Traditional "Bespoke" Ceremonies
  • All-Inclusive Elegant Elopement Packages at one of our host venues in Madoc, ON, or a venue of your choice
  • Ceremony & Marriage Prep Coaching Packages

Additionally, the company provides services for the following ceremony types:

  • Personalized ceremonies
  • "Pop-Up" ceremonies and elopements
  • Off-Beat venues
  • Christian Ceremonies
  • Jewish Ceremonies
  • Vow renewal
  • Ceremony rehearsals
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Frequently asked questions

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

Single religion
Interfaith ceremony
Non-religious
Vow renewal
Ceremony rehearsal

What services do you provide?

Licensed
Allow couple' own vows
Premarital counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baptist
Catholic
Episcopalian
Lutheran
No denomination
Orthodox christian
Presbyterian
Evangelical
Jewish

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$275

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$150

If you offer pre-marital counseling, what is the starting price for (per session)?

$160

Reviews for XO Life Celebrations

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Jessica Sent on 05/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Book with xo celebrations now!

Truthfully, we don't think there are enough words to describe how amazing our wedding day was! We live in Thunder Bay and we had our wedding in Toronto. There are so many companies out there, but we checked the website & did our research through wedding wire and all the reviews were outstanding, and we couldn't agree more! Tracy Richards absolutely blew our expectations and organized everything (and our family loved meeting her also!) We had a few Zoom meetings with Tracy and she definitely wanted to get to know us, what we wanted our day to look like and guided us along the way. There was CONSTANT communication so we always knew what was going on with vendors & details which definitely eased the pressure being over 16 hours away from Toronto. On our wedding day in Nov 2021, the venue was beautifully decorated, Tracy found us such a wonderful photographer (Caitlin Free Photography) who was so easy to work with and beautifully captured our day. We requested florals be dropped off at our house and everything from my bouquet, boutonnieres, and corsages were outstanding. We even upgraded with a limo and it was definitely a special touch. The venue was decorated and looked gorgeous with florals and an aisle for our intimate family wedding at the Downtown Wineary in Toronto. We decided early on to go with the XO Celebrations package and had it customized to what we wanted -- if you need a sign or are thinking about XO Celebrations think no longer and just go for it!! We had delicious brownies & chocolate strawberries, Tracy found us delicious champagne, she found a pianist who did a wonderful job playing our requested songs during our ceremony, and let me tell you our ceremony had everyone in tears of joy. Any issues we had, we knew we could count on Tracy. Thank you again Tracy for running such a professional business and being the BIGGEST part and support on our wedding day.
With love, Mr. & Mrs. Bruce
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James Sent on 21/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommended!

Tracy was a great officiant - She gave us the perfect ceremony, she was super responsive and she guided us through the entire process. She made the experience so easy and stress free but also made sure the ceremony was personalised and unique to us. We would highly recommend!
Taylor
Taylor Sent on 16/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend

My partner and I had an intimate ceremony in our rural home. We are so thankful that Tracy was there to guide us through the afternoon with grace, from the moment she walked through the door to waving goodbye. The ceremony she prepared was full of unique and meaningful words of advice, setting the stage for our marriage. Following the ceremony, several friends commented on how plesant Tracy was and how fiting she was for our celebration. Her presence was calming when the nerves were high and encouraging when the time came to celebrate. Though our ceremony was small, we have no doubt that Tracy would be equally fitted for a large celebration. If you are looking for someone to officiate your wedding, I would (highly) recommend getting in touch with Tracy.
Mitch
Mitch Sent on 21/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience

We were so lucky to have Tracy as the officiant for our wedding. She was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Tracy has a great light hearted but caring energy, it was just the vibe we were looking for. She guided us through the whole process perfectly, while tailoring things to our liking. Highly recommend!
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Elishea Sent on 18/08/2023
4.6 out of 5 rating

Professionalism and Dedication!

We highly recommend Tracy as an officiant. Her professionalism and dedication were evident throughout the entire process. She provided unwavering support and guidance at every step, ensuring our ceremony was seamless and meaningful. We thought long and hard about getting a stranger to marry us, and we don't regret it. Tracy got to know us and we got to know her. We felt relaxed knowing she was taking care of everything for us. Tracy's commitment to making our special day memorable made all the difference. Thank you, Tracy!
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Allison Sent on 07/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you Tracy!

Tracy was our officiant for our wedding ceremony on Toronto Island. She made everything easy and perfect in every way. When we first met with her for our consultation, she was warm and thorough as she walked us through the entire process. On the week of, we were nervous for the ceremony but in our meeting beforehand, Tracy made sure we knew exactly what to expect and confirmed that we were comfortable with everything. On the wedding day, we couldn't believe how much fun we had during the ceremony and how much it reflected who we are and what we wanted for our day. So many of our guests commented on how beautiful the ceremony was and we couldn't agree more. Tracy is not only a wonderful officiant, but also such an incredible person and was such a source of positivity and happiness to have around on such a big day.
Matthew
Matthew Sent on 25/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

So comfortable

Tracy did a great job of making us feel comfortable and relaxed. She took the time and didn't rush. It was perfect. Thank you!
Lisa
Lisa Sent on 14/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience

Tracy was very responsive to our needs. She brought a sense of calm to all parts of our wedding and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect day. She was very attentive and put us both at ease. she was also accommodating, helping us create a unity ceremony for the blending of our families. The food was plentiful and delicious. WE highly recommend her!!
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Archanna Sent on 04/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Memorable Ceremony - thank you Tracy!

We interviewed a few officiants before deciding on Tracy. From the start, she was easy to talk to, and was quick to understand our vision for the kind of ceremony we wanted. We wanted to incorporate parts of different cultures/religions while keeping the ceremony light and true to us. She did an amazing job of that. We hardly did any work, other than sharing an overall vision, then she did the rest! During the rehearsal she took the lead on organizing our wedding party (including our crazy puppy), and on the day, she led the entire ceremony and made it what we wanted and more. So many of our guests commented on how they enjoyed the ceremony. Thank you Tracy!
Corissa
Corissa Sent on 08/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful ceremony and happy newlyweds

My husband and I just married this past weekend and we are so unbelievably happy with the service we recieved. Tracy was so easy going and awesome to work with, she made the whole process less nerve racking and we were very comfortable with her. We wanted a simple and sweet ceremony and that's exactly what we got. Would definitely recommend her❤️
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