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Getting Married

Congratulations on your upcoming marriage! Before your big day arrives, there are some important steps that you must complete.

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Getting Married

Marriage Licences

A marriage licence is a key step in getting married and the Township of Blandford-Blenheim is happy to provide this service to all members of the public. Licenses are available by appointment only. Please call 519-463-5347 to set up your appointment. A marriage licence must be obtained within three months of the marriage date. The cost for a marriage licence is $110.00 (cheque, cash or debit).

Marriage Licence Applications

You can fill out a Marriage Licence Application online, pick up, or fill out an application form in person from the Township Administration Office.

Visit the Township Administration Office with the completed application, along with your identification and supporting documents. Please ensure your application is completely filled out, inclusive of parents middle names. The licence will typically be issued the same day, usually within 30 minutes. One or both of you must attend at the Township Administration Office with the completed application.

Marriage Licence Applications must be submitted between 8:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. to allow time for same day processing. Please contact the office before coming in to ensure a license issuer is available to sign your license.

Supporting Documents Required

To get a marriage licence, you will need to:

  • Bring 2 pieces of government-issued identification for each person getting married. One piece of identification must include your photo.

It is important that you bring identification that states your name in full. The Marriage Licence will only state what is displayed on your identification.

Examples of government-issued identification:

  • government-issued birth certificate, including any change of name certificates
  • valid passport
  • record of immigrant landing
  • Canadian Citizenship Card
  • valid driver’s licence
  • valid Ontario Photo Card

Additional Requirements / Information

Age

Both partners must be 18 years of age or older. If you are 16 or 17 years of age, parental consent is required. Please contact the Township Administration Office at 519-463-5347 for further information. If you are under the age of 16 years, you may not marry in the Province of Ontario.

Gender

The Township of Blandford-Blenheim issues marriage licences to all eligible couples. Same-sex couples have been receiving licences since June 11, 2003, following the June 10, 2003 Ontario Court of Appeal decision making same-sex marriages legal in Ontario.

Citizenship/Residency

There are no citizenship or residency requirements when applying for a marriage licence in Ontario.

Marriage after Divorce

Canadian Divorce: If you were divorced in Canada, you must provide the original (or a court-certified copy) of your Certificate of Divorce, or Decree Absolute. A certified copy of your Certificate of Divorce may be obtained from the court office that granted the divorce. Please note that a Judgement issued by the Court is not acceptable proof of divorce. Photocopies of the Certificate of Divorce cannot be accepted.

Foreign Divorce: If you were divorced, or your marriage was dissolved or annulled outside of Canada, please request additional forms, which provide further information and instructions. A foreign divorce kit will be provided to you outlining the steps required to proceed. Note: You will forward the completed kit to the Province of Ontario, Minister of Government Services for authorization. This process could take up to 4 weeks to complete. You must get authorization from the Minister of Government Services before a Marriage Licence can be issued to you.

Contact our office at 519-463-5347 or visit Service Ontario to learn how to obtain this authorization.

Publication of Banns

A marriage may be solemnized under the authority of the Publication of Banns. If you are having a religious ceremony, please check with the Clergy prior to purchasing a Marriage Licence.

Civil Marriage Service

Blandford-Blenheim offers civil marriage services. A civil marriage may be performed by an Ontario judge, justice of the peace or municipal clerk. Civil marriage ceremonies last up to 30 minutes, depending on the vows chosen. The service time booked would be approximately one (1) hour to allow for photo opportunities and use of an interpreter if required.

Wedding Ceremonies may be conducted in the Council Chambers, which is located at 47 Wilmot St. S., Drumbo, Monday to Friday between 9:30am and 3:30pm.

The Township fee for civil marriage service is $250.00 on site, during municipal office hours.

Take a look at our Civil Marriage Ceremony Package. Contact our office at 519-463-5347 for more information.

Changing your name

When you get married, you don’t have to legally change your last name (surname). But if you choose to legally change your last name, you can do so through Service Ontario.

Township Staff
Chief Building Official
John Scherer
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 230
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: jscherer@ezt.ca
Building Inspector / Property Standards Enforcement Officer
Ray Belanger
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 229
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: rbelanger@blandfordblenheim.ca
 
Planner
Rebecca Smith
Phone: 519-539-9800 ex 3211
Email: rsmith@oxfordcounty.ca
 
Drainage Superintendent
Jim Harmer
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 233
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: jharmer@blandfordblenheim.ca
 
CAO/Clerk
Rodger Mordue
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 227
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: rmordue@blandfordblenheim.ca
 
Deputy Clerk
Sarah Matheson
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 222
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: smatheson@blandfordblenheim.ca
 

 
Director of Finance/Treasurer
Denise Krug
Treasury, Budgeting, Financial Reporting & Planning
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 224
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: dkrug@blandfordblenheim.ca
Deputy Treasurer/Revenue Co-ordinator
Katie Koski
Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Property Tax Administrator
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 225
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: kkoski@blandfordblenheim.ca
Finance/ Customer Service Clerk
Pamela Kent
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 221
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email:pkent@blandfordblenheim.ca
 

 
Director of Protective Services
Fire Chief
Rick Richardson
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 223
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: rrichardson@blandfordblenheim.ca
 
Protective Services Administrator
Michelle VanWyk
Protective Services Administration / CEMC
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 232
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: mvanwyk@blandfordblenheim.ca
Director of Public Works
Jim Borton
Phone: 519-463-5347 ex 226
Fax: 519-463-5881
Email: jborton@blandfordblenheim.ca
 
Road Supervisor
Ben Minutillo
Drumbo Shop: 519-463-5389
email: bminutillo@blandfordblenheim.ca
Acting Manager of Community Services
Trevor Baer
Arena Contact, Maintenance Lead
Phone: 519-684-7482
Fax: 519-684-6886
Email: tbaer@blandfordblenheim.ca