Marriages & Weddings

The Municipality of Middlesex Centre offers both marriage licences and civil wedding ceremony services. 

Please note that civil marriage ceremonies will be temporarily paused from October 19 to October 26, 2026 to support the 2026 Municipal Election. Marriage licences will continue to be issued during this time.

Marriage Licences 

Every marriage in Ontario requires a Marriage Licence before the ceremony takes place.

• Licences are issued at the municipal office from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
• Be sure to read the following information to ensure you have the information when applying for a licence.

Application

ServiceOntario Online Marriage Licence Portal

• Marriage licences may be obtained online by applying through the ServiceOntario application portal. 
• Once your application is submitted, download and print the completed application form. Both applicants must sign and date the application.
• Write down the application number provided when the online form has been completed. You will need need it in order to pick up your licence.
• A link to book an appointment to pick up your marriage licence will be provided in your confirmation e-mail. If you do not select a time online, a representative of the clerk's department will contact you to schedule your appointment. Appointments are required and we do not accept walk-ins.
• Two (2) original pieces of government issued identification for both applicants is required upon pickup and, if applicable, any divorce documentation.

In-Person Appointment

• Marriage licences may also be obtained through an in-person appointment at the municipal office by contacting the Municipal Clerk. Appointments are required and we do not accept walk-ins.
• Only one of the applicants is required to attend the appointment in-person; however, the person will need to bring a completed, printed and signed marriage licence application form signed by both applicants. 
• Two (2) original pieces of government issued identification for both applicants is required at the appointment and, if applicable, any divorce documentation.

Fee

The fee for a marriage licence is $150. We can accept cash, debit, or certified cheque. We do not accept credit cards.

Age Requirements

• Applicants must be 18 years of age to obtain a licence.
• Applicants who are 16 or 17 years of age must have both parents' consent (or parent with custody of minor).
• No person under the age of 16 years may be married.

Identification Requirements

• Two pieces of original identification are required for both applicants.
• One piece of identification MUST be a birth certificate, any change of name certificate, current passport, record of immigrant landing, Canadian Citizenship card or adoption papers.
• Second piece of identification MUST be photo identification (e.g. Driver's License).

Canadian Divorce

• If a previous marriage was dissolved or annulled within Canada, the original or court certified copy of the Decree Absolute or Certificate of Divorce must be submitted.
• A divorce judgment is not acceptable. 
• Certified copies may be obtained from the court which granted the divorce. Photocopies are not acceptable.
• All documents will be returned.

Foreign Divorce

If a divorce was granted outside of Canada, additional forms must be completed. Please contact the Municipal Clerk for additional information.

Civil Ceremony / Weddings

• An officiant from the Municipality of Middlesex Centre can perform civil marriage ceremonies.
• The cost of an officiant to perform a ceremony is $325 (plus HST) during office hours.
• We also offer civic marriage ceremony renewal of vows for $50 (plus HST).
• For further information and/or to inquire about availability of an officiant, please contact the Municipal Clerk (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm).
• Credit cards are not accepted. Payments can be made by cash, debit or cheque.

Facility Rentals for Weddings

• If you are interested in booking a community centre or park for your wedding shower, ceremony or reception, please visit our facility booking page. 

Marriage Certificate

Upon completion of a wedding ceremony, you can apply for your marriage certificate from the Registrar General through Service Ontario.