Marriage Ceremonies

You can get married in Council Chambers located on the second floor of the Municipal Administrative Centre. The Municipal Clerk or designate perform civil marriage ceremonies Monday through Friday.

Both parties must meet the Officiant at least one week prior to getting married and have a valid marriage licence.  Pre-meetings are available in person or virtually, using Microsoft Teams. 

• Ceremony fee is $275 + HST = $310.75 (Cheque, money order or debit).

• View the civil marriage booking agreement and guidelines (PDF)
• Couples can choose between one of our six vow options.
  • Civil Marriage Ceremony A (PDF)
  • Civil Marriage Ceremony B (PDF)
  • Civil Marriage Ceremony C (PDF)
  • Civil Marriage Ceremony D (PDF)
  • Civil Marriage Ceremony E (PDF)
  • Civil Marriage Ceremony F (PDF)

Read more about authorized marriage officials to find out who can legally preside over your ceremony.

Book your marriage ceremony

On the wedding day

Friends and family are welcome to attend. There is seating in the Council Chambers for a maximum of 25 guests including the couple and the officiant. Pictures and/or videos may be taken as this does not disrupt the ceremony.

• Map of parking lots near the Municipal Administrative Centre (PDF)

Wedding photos and reception

The parlour, grounds, and veranda of the Waverley Place Museum can be rented for wedding photos or a reception, for an additional fee. Waverley Place is located within a block of the Municipal Administrative Centre, so you and your guests do not even need to move your vehicles. Contact the Clarington Museums & Archives to make these arrangements.