Marriage Licences
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Vera Finlay
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Marriage Licences
To ensure there is someone available to assist you, we ask that you call ahead and book an appointment for a Marriage Licence. Please call 705-534-7248 X 229
Marriage licences are issued at the Municipal Office during office hours from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (NOTE: applications will not be processed after 4:00 p.m.)
The current fee for a marriage licence is:
Tay resident $150.00
Non-resident $200.00
Civil Wedding Ceremonies
The Municipality conducts Civil Ceremonies. Current fees (plus H.S.T.) are as follows:
- During office hours - $200.00
- After office hours and/or off site - $300.00
- Civil Marriage Ceremony Requirements
Marriage Certificates
You may apply for a marriage certificate from Service Ontario six to eight weeks after your marriage ceremony.
- You can order online - Marriage Certificate Application
Name Change
After your marriage you may apply to change your last name through Service Ontario.
Special Circumstances
Divorced Outside Of Canada: If you were divorced outside of Canada you must obtain authorization from the Minister of Consumer and Business Services before a marriage license can be issued to you. To obtain this authorization you will need to contact the Office of the Registrar General Marriage Office in Thunder Bay.
