If you're planning a wedding or elopement on the Sunshine Coast, you're in luck! Our proximity to Vancouver has made the Sunshine Coast a popular wedding destination for those seeking a more natural aesthetic. This has encouraged many locals to cater to increased demand for wedding resources, making wedding planning on the Coast a piece of cake!
Marriage Commissioners:
There are eight Marriage Commissioners who are appointed to perform weddings on the Sunshine Coast, all of whom coming highly recommended!
- Carol Mathews
- Cell Phone: 604-741-3002
- Email: carol.mathews28@gmail.com
- Gretchen Bozak
- Phone Number: 604-840-9321
- Cell Phone: 778-791-2569
- Email: bozakg@live.com
- Amanda List
- Cell Phone: 604-506-8351
- Email: weralist@gmail.com
- Victoria Dobbyn
- Phone Number: 604-886-3678
- Cell Phone: 604-740-7061
- Email: victoriadobbyn@hotmail.com
- Jan Degrass
- Cell Phone: 604-741-3685
- Email: jandegrass@dccnet.com
- Tracy Uchida
- Cell Phone: 604-518-5152
- Email: tracyuchida@gmail.com
- Catharine Watkins
- Cell Phone: 604-834-3124
- Email: cwatkins3124@gmail.com
Hair + Makeup Artists:
- Fuzhan Artistry - https://www.fuzhanartistry.com
- Studio 2545 - https://www.2545hairsalonandspa.com/
- Rainbow Room - https://rainbowroomhairsalon.com/
- Creekside Salon and Spa - https://creeksidesalon.ca/
Book a Dinner/Reception at a Local Restaurant:
- La Bettolina, Secret Cove
- El Segundo, Sechelt
- The Lagoon Restaurant, Pender Harbour
- La Trattoria Italiana, Pender Harbour
- Chasters Restaurant, Gibsons
- Joe's on the Beach, Davis Bay
- Buono Restaurant, Gibsons
- Smitty's Oyster House, Gibsons
Wedding Planner:
Plan Something Special:
Princess Louisa Inlet - Chatterbox Falls Boat Tour - At the head of Princess Louisa Inlet, famous Chatterbox Falls is the ULTIMATE tour destination. Steep glacial carved walls of granite rise out of what is often mirror calm water. Beautiful in every season.
Book a "Flights to Flights" craft brewery tour with Sunshine Coast Air - On this experience, you will visit 3 tasting rooms with one complimentary flight of beer or cider from your preferred tasting room. It also includes historical commentary, a delicious one-hour lunch and snacks throughout.
Opt for an Intimate Culinary Experience and Hire a Private Chef - Sunshine Coast Catering creates the best dining experience for groups of all sizes, serving Sechelt, Gibsons, Halfmoon Bay, Keat's Island & more! Their experienced private chefs and caterers blend creativity and craft to provide visually stunning and delicious customized seasonal menus.
Any other tips for planning an incredible elopement experience?
1. Embrace the laid-back vibe: The Sunshine Coast is all about relaxation and appreciating nature. Don't stress too much about the little details. Just go with the flow and let the Coast work its magic.
2. Support local businesses: The Sunshine Coast is a tight-knit community, and supporting local businesses is a big part of it's charm. So, cruise Cowrie street and shop at the Coast's most popular clothing store, Moorestock Outfitters, head to Davis Bay and go antiquing at Mosaic Market, or check out the laid-back community and eclectic shops in Robert's Creek!
3. Plan for unpredictable weather: While the Sunshine Coast is known for its sunny days in the summer months, Mother Nature can be a bit unpredictable in the Spring, to say the least! Make sure to have a backup plan in case of rain or other unexpected weather conditions.
If you have any questions about the wedding resources listed or would like help narrowing down options, don't hesitate to reach out!