Some couples dream of a big, elaborate wedding with all the bells and whistles… but for Emily and Riley, that just didn’t feel like them! The idea of juggling timelines, seating charts, and endless decisions made the prospect of a traditional wedding less exciting. Instead, they chose something simple, intentional, and deeply personal - surrounded by their favorite people and the beauty of Squamish.

When Emily found my elopement packages on Instagram, she kindly told me it instantly felt like the perfect fit: a way to create a meaningful celebration without the chaos.

Yes, a wedding ceremony is a celebration of love - but, for many, there are other themes they wish to see come through in their day: identity, belonging, and pride.
I’ve written this blog post as a launchpad, with tips to create a ceremony that celebrates queer love in all its brilliance!

Some of us just feel more at home in nature - and what better way to say your vows than surrounded by towering peaks and wild alpine meadows in British Columbia?

Shannon and Harry felt the same. This adventurous couple flew all the way from the UK to combine their elopement and honeymoon into one unforgettable trip through Squamish, Whistler, and beyond.
Their elopement wasn’t without a few surprises though!

If you’re looking for a private, beautiful outdoor location to tie the knot, away from the bustle of Whistler Village, the Stone Circle might just be your dream spot.
Nestled alongside Alta Lake, it’s a serene, natural setting where the mountains meet the water - and the best part? You can reserve it for private use, so it’s all yours on your wedding day. This is everything you need to know.

When you’re planning your ceremony, it’s easy to get swept up in the big pieces: the vows, the rings, the kiss. But nestled between those major moments, there’s an opportunity to slow things down, add a touch of meaning, and bring in a different voice. That’s where a reading comes in.
Whether it’s a short poem, a quote that’s always resonated with you, or a sweet excerpt from a book or song, a reading is a lovely way to weave more of you into the ceremony.

Getting married in British Columbia? Whether you’re eloping on a mountaintop, hosting a backyard micro-wedding, or planning a full-blown celebration, there’s one thing every kind of wedding has in common: the legal stuff.

This blog post is here to walk you through the official, must-do steps to get legally married in BC - I have plenty of advice for how to go about planning your wedding, but the purpose of this post is to outline the legal portion.

With its stunning views and close proximity to Vancouver, Squamish is the perfect elopement destination. What I love about it is the variety of landscapes: granite rock walls to sweeping panoramic views, featuring the mountains and the sea, to tranquil forest settings - not to mention some incredible donut shops. Squamish truly has it all!

There’s something undeniably special about Squamish - Sḵwx̱wú7mesh in the First Nations language.
Take it from me - I spent several years traveling full-time, exploring hundreds of towns and cities across more than 60 countries. Yet, this little mountain town, just an hour north of Vancouver, completely stopped me in my tracks.
I could talk about its breathtaking beauty all day, but what truly sets Squamish apart is how it feels. There’s an energy here. It’s wild, peaceful, and deeply grounding, all at the same time. I think that makes it the perfect place to start your next chapter!So, why is a Squamish Elopement a beautiful way to get married?

How to plan a surprise wedding in British Columbia!

One of the most common questions my couples ask me is ‘how do we change our last name in BC after we are married?’ While not everyone does go ahead with changing their name, if you’ve found yourself on this page, there is a good change you’re looking into it! I’m going to walk you through everything you need to know about changing your last name in BC! Whether you’re taking your partner’s last name, hyphenating, or creating a brand new last name to start your family, let’s get into it!