Can a Friend or Relative Marry Us?
Vital Statistics will allow a private citizen to perform a marriage only if a registered Marriage Commissioner is in attendance to witness the ceremony as well as complete and file the necessary documents. Most Marriage Commissioners will charge their full fee for this service. In my practice, I do not endorse registration documents where I am not performing the entire ceremony. Important Information for Bride, Groom and Signing Witnesses Almost all couples get nervous prior to their wedding ceremony. This is NOT however, a time to consume alcohol or engage in intoxicating substances. Please be aware that I will not allow the registration documents to be signed if I am of the opinion the bride, groom or either of the witnesses is impaired by either alcohol or drugs. Save the celebrating under after the legal documents are signed. Same Sex Marriages As of October, 2004, same sex marriages are now legal in the province of Manitoba. Marriage Licences Issuers Various jewelers, florists, we
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