Okanagan Valley EH! Weddings

Okanagan Valley BC, Canada Weddings is an ideal location to celebrate the union of two people pledging a life long love. The intimate Okanagan atmosphere surrounded by many lakes, vineyards, rolling hills and wildlife creates a romantic environment ideal for any size of a wedding. Being far away from any of the big city influences and distractions has many merits when it comes to celebrating one of life's biggest celebrations.

Throughout the unique Okanagan Valley communities there are many resorts, retreats, gardens, wineries, beaches, parks and bed and breakfasts available to help plan a wedding. Whether the wedding ceremony is along the shores of any of the many lakes or peering out over cliffs or on a private stretch of sandy beach the natural valley environment only enhances the love of the moment. The Okanagan has any hills, mountains in the background, lake waves lapping against shorelines and rainbows of coloured fields of flowers - all making the special event priceless and memorable. A wedding in the Okanagan Valley creates a lasting impression for all who attend on all sides of the wedding party.

To be married in the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, you do not have to be a resident but are required to get a marriage licence which is valid to be used only in British Columbia. The age of consent to be married in BC is 19 years old. If one or both of the people in the wedding party have been recently divorced outside the last 31 days then documentation must be provided showing 31 days have past since the divorce papers were issued by the courts.

When applying for a licence to be married in the Okanagan either the bride or the groom need to apply for the licence producing identification for both of the individuals who are planning to marry and host a wedding. The paperwork required when applying would include identification showing your full names (including given names), birth date and place, marital status and current address. The marriage licence is issued at that time of applying and is valid for 3 months.

The Okanagan Valley wedding ceremony can be presided over by a religious individual or by a marriage commissioner who must have been appointed by the Vital Statistics Agency Chief Executive Officer. Within 48 hours of the ceremony a Marriage Registration Form must be sent to the Vital Statistic Agency.

Welcome to the rolling valleys and hills of the Okanagan Valley, a truly heavenly wedding environment.