Manitoba Marriage Commissioner and official Marriage License Vendor with flexible hours to meet your needs.
Congratulations! You are getting married and have chosen to have a civil ceremony. There is nothing better than when two people fall in love and decide to make a lifelong commitment to each other.
at I Now Pronounce You…we are committed to providing exceptional customer service for all of our clients. Each couple is guaranteed a personalized experience whether they request any of the following services or ceremonies: Signature; Vow Renewal; Destination; Elopement; Legality and/or simply signing of documents.
Manitoba Marriage Commissioner and official Marriage License Vendor with flexible hours to meet your needs.
Congratulations! You are getting married and have chosen to have a civil ceremony. There is nothing better than when two people fall in love and decide to make a lifelong commitment to each other.
at I Now Pronounce You…we are committed to providing exceptional customer service for all of our clients. Each couple is guaranteed a personalized experience whether they request any of the following services or ceremonies: Signature; Vow Renewal; Destination; Elopement; Legality and/or simply signing of documents.
Manitoba Marriage Commissioner and official Marriage License Vendor with flexible hours to meet your needs.
Congratulations! You are getting married and have chosen to have a civil ceremony. There is nothing better than when two people fall in love and decide to make a lifelong commitment to each other.
at I Now Pronounce You…we are committed to providing exceptional customer service for all of our clients. Each couple is guaranteed a personalized experience whether they request any of the following services or ceremonies: Signature; Vow Renewal; Destination; Elopement; Legality and/or simply signing of documents.
About Judy Knight
Judy Knight is a Manitoba Marriage Commissioner serving the City of Winnipeg and surrounding areas. She is passionate about what she does and thoroughly enjoys meeting and connecting with new people. A consummate professional, Judy strives to provide all of her clients with a heartfelt and memorable experience that truly reflects who they are as a couple.
Judy’s Credentials
- Active provincial Marriage Commissioner with legal authority to perform civil ceremonies since 2015
- 39 years of public speaking, consulting and speech writing experience. (Including to local media & for government officials)
- Active member of the Manitoba lgbt* Chamber of Commerce
- Official Marriage License Vendor with flexible hours to accommodate busy schedules
- Graduate of the University of Manitoba (Social Work)
Frequently Asked Questions
Select a duly authorized Marriage Commissioner with whom you feel comfortable to officiate your wedding, as soon as possible. It is never too soon to do so and to start planning for your special day.
You will need to purchase a Marriage License at least 24 hours before the ceremony. This license is valid for 3 months (90 days). Each of you must apply for the license at the same time.
We are authorized to issue Marriage licenses within and for the province of Manitoba. Cost of purchasing a license is $100.00
If single – you have to be 18 years of age or older and/or have written permission from your parents or guardians.
The following is acceptable documentation or proof of age:
- Birth Certificate
- Passport of US passport card
- Citizenship Certificate (Canadian or United States)
- Canada Immigration Documents
- Canadian Armed Forces identification card
- Government of Canada Indian Status Card
- Drivers License (Photo) with one of the following:
- Manitoba Health card
- Senior citizen card/old age security card
- Change of name certificate
- Social insurance card
- If divorced please provide one of the following:
- Divorce certificate
- Decree Absolute
- If widowed please provide one of the following:
- Death certificate
- Funeral home statement of death
- Obituary notice from newspaper
We offer a complimentary initial consultation to discussion your expectations for your wedding ceremony; the services we provide and ultimately determine if we are a “good fit” to officiate your wedding ceremony.
A non-refundable deposit of $200.00 is due immediately in order to secure your desired date and time for your ceremony. The balance is due at least one week in advance of your actual ceremony, unless otherwise negotiated and mutually agreeable.
We would start with a more in-depth planning meeting and continue meeting well in advance of your wedding day in order to become familiar with your “love story” and to work on drafting your customized wedding script with you with edits and revisions made as required until you feel comfortable that your wedding ceremony reflects you as a couple and will be memorable for you and your guests for many years to come.
Following the ceremony, I complete the Marriage License for you and send it to the Department of Vital Statistics. Both parties, witnesses and I must all sign the Marriage License following the ceremony
No. If you wish to obtain a Marriage Certificate you must apply for it on your own. The application form is included in the Marriage License package. I am only responsible for mailing your completed Marriage License to the Department of Vital Statistics following your ceremony.
Select a duly authorized Marriage Commissioner with whom you feel comfortable to officiate your wedding, as soon as possible. It is never too soon to do so and to start planning for your special day.
You will need to purchase a Marriage License at least 24 hours before the ceremony. This license is valid for 3 months (90 days). Each of you must apply for the license at the same time.
We are authorized to issue Marriage licenses within and for the province of Manitoba. Cost of purchasing a license is $100.00
If single – you have to be 18 years of age or older and/or have written permission from your parents or guardians.
The following is acceptable documentation or proof of age:
- Birth Certificate
- Passport of US passport card
- Citizenship Certificate (Canadian or United States)
- Canada Immigration Documents
- Canadian Armed Forces identification card
- Government of Canada Indian Status Card
- Drivers License (Photo) with one of the following:
- Manitoba Health card
- Senior citizen card/old age security card
- Change of name certificate
- Social insurance card
- If divorced please provide one of the following:
- Divorce certificate
- Decree Absolute
- If widowed please provide one of the following:
- Death certificate
- Funeral home statement of death
- Obituary notice from newspaper
We offer a complimentary initial consultation to discussion your expectations for your wedding ceremony; the services we provide and ultimately determine if we are a “good fit” to officiate your wedding ceremony.
A non-refundable deposit of $200.00 is due immediately in order to secure your desired date and time for your ceremony. The balance is due at least one week in advance of your actual ceremony, unless otherwise negotiated and mutually agreeable.
We would start with a more in-depth planning meeting and continue meeting well in advance of your wedding day in order to become familiar with your “love story” and to work on drafting your customized wedding script with you with edits and revisions made as required until you feel comfortable that your wedding ceremony reflects you as a couple and will be memorable for you and your guests for many years to come.
Following the ceremony, I complete the Marriage License for you and send it to the Department of Vital Statistics. Both parties, witnesses and I must all sign the Marriage License following the ceremony
No. If you wish to obtain a Marriage Certificate you must apply for it on your own. The application form is included in the Marriage License package. I am only responsible for mailing your completed Marriage License to the Department of Vital Statistics following your ceremony.
Fees
Signature Custom Wedding Ceremony and/or Vow Renewal – $350
- Pre-wedding consultation meeting (face to face)
- Collaboration with couples via email/phone to create a customized wedding ceremony
- Assistance with writing own vows (if needed)
- Officiating the wedding ceremony
- Submission of Marriage License to the Department of Vital Statistics (Legal Component)
Destination Ceremony – $175
For those couples who wish to be legally married in Manitoba before heading to a destination wedding.
- Officiating the wedding ceremony
- Submission of Marriage License to the Department of Vital Statistics (legal component)
This is a great idea for couples as all of the legal documentation will be taken care of before the departure and the BIG wedding day. Couples would be legally married in Manitoba thereby reducing substantial legal documentation, cost, time & stress of being married outside the country.
Legality and Elopement Ceremony – $200
For those couples who wish to legalize their union and/or have a small, intimate elopement with a larger celebration at a later date.
- Officiating the wedding ceremony
- Submission of Marriage License to the department of Vital Statistics (legal component)
Signing of Documents – $175
There is no ceremony attached. Simple documentation completion with you and your witnesses to ensure all legalities have been met after which we submit to the Department of Vital Statistics.
Marriage License – $100
Sold by Appointment Only
A couple is required to purchase a Marriage license from a registered vendor, a minimum of 24 hours prior to the ceremony (license is valid for up to 90 days). I Now Pronounce You… is a registered Marriage License Vendor with flexible hours to accommodate busy schedules. Since this is not a storefront business, arrangements will be made to meet in a public place, convenient to both parties.
Rehearsal Fee – $175
Judy will run the rehearsal to ensure the entire bridal party and family members are both confident and ready for the wedding ceremony. Every detail of the wedding ceremony as well as the processional and recessional are covered.
Personalized Wedding Ceremony Writing – $175
Judy would be happy to help you write a personalized wedding ceremony should you have a friend or family member licensed to officiate your wedding ceremony.
- One in-person consultation meeting
- Three rounds of edits (Via email or phone) to finalize the ceremony
Travel Costs – $0.60/km
If your wedding is beyond the Perimeter travel costs to the venue and return are calculated at the rate of $0.60 cents per kilometer.
Fees are payable to “Judy Knight” by either:
- Email money transfer (judy@inowpronounceyou.ca)
- Cash
Signature Custom Wedding Ceremony and/or Vow Renewal – $350
- Pre-wedding consultation meeting (face to face)
- Collaboration with couples via email/phone to create a customized wedding ceremony
- Assistance with writing own vows (if needed)
- Officiating the wedding ceremony
- Submission of Marriage License to the Department of Vital Statistics (Legal Component)
Destination Ceremony – $175
For those couples who wish to be legally married in Manitoba before heading to a destination wedding.
- Officiating the wedding ceremony
- Submission of Marriage License to the Department of Vital Statistics (legal component)
This is a great idea for couples as all of the legal documentation will be taken care of before the departure and the BIG wedding day. Couples would be legally married in Manitoba thereby reducing substantial legal documentation, cost, time & stress of being married outside the country.
Legality and Elopement Ceremony – $200
For those couples who wish to legalize their union and/or have a small, intimate elopement with a larger celebration at a later date.
- Officiating the wedding ceremony
- Submission of Marriage License to the department of Vital Statistics (legal component)
Signing of Documents – $175
There is no ceremony attached. Simple documentation completion with you and your witnesses to ensure all legalities have been met after which we submit to the Department of Vital Statistics.
Marriage License – $100
Sold by Appointment Only
A couple is required to purchase a Marriage license from a registered vendor, a minimum of 24 hours prior to the ceremony (license is valid for up to 90 days). I Now Pronounce You… is a registered Marriage License Vendor with flexible hours to accommodate busy schedules. Since this is not a storefront business, arrangements will be made to meet in a public place, convenient to both parties.
Rehearsal Fee – $175
Judy will run the rehearsal to ensure the entire bridal party and family members are both confident and ready for the wedding ceremony. Every detail of the wedding ceremony as well as the processional and
recessional are covered.
Personalized Wedding Ceremony Writing – $175
Judy would be happy to help you write a personalized wedding ceremony should you have a friend or family member licensed to officiate your wedding ceremony.
- One in-person consultation meeting
- Three rounds of edits (Via email or phone) to finalize the ceremony
Travel Costs – $0.60/km
If your wedding is beyond the Perimeter travel costs to the venue and return are calculated at the rate of $0.60 cents per kilometer.
Fees are payable to “Judy Knight” by either:
- Email money transfer (judy@inowpronounceyou.ca)
- Cash
A non-refundable deposit of $200 is required to secure wedding date and time. The remainder is due one week prior to the wedding day. Every effort is made to accommodate last minute ceremonies. All ceremonies are booked by appointment only.