Marriage Licences

Congratulations on your engagement! Couples who want to get married in Ontario need a valid marriage licence. Learn how to apply for a marriage licence with the Township of Hornepayne.

Apply for a marriage licence online

The Township of Hornepayne now offers a convenient online application system for marriage licences in collaboration with ServiceOntario. Applicants are encouraged to complete the online forms and submit the required documents through the ServiceOntario website for a better service experience.

Once we receive your application, we will contact you to book an appointment. 

What you need to know before applying

Before beginning the online application, please ensure the following:

• Your wedding date is within 90 days of the application date.
• Your identification documents are saved in JPEG, PDF, or PNG format. While uploading identification is not required to complete the application, it is strongly recommended to confirm you have the necessary documentation for issuing the licence, which will help expedite the process.
• If you were previously married, your divorce certificate is also saved in one of the accepted formats listed above.

The application will take approximately 20-25 minutes to complete.

Documents you need

• Two pieces of government-issued identification per person (one with photo).
• Supporting documentation if applicable. For example:
  • consent form for each applicant (under 18)
  • proof of divorce for each applicant if remarrying

Picking up your marriage licence and fee

One of you will have to come in-person to the municipality with your photo ID to pick up your marriage licence. You will also need to pay the marriage licence fee of $156.06 (tax included).  

How to get a marriage certificate 

A marriage certificate is a legal record of a marriage. It lists the date and place of the marriage, and names of the people who were married.

You may need this document to:

• show legal proof you are married
• apply for certain social benefits
• settle an estate
• change a last name
• assume a last name after marriage

Before you can get a marriage certificate, your marriage needs to be registered. The officiant who performed the marriage will send your completed and signed marriage licence to ServiceOntario so the marriage can be registered.

You can order a marriage certificate about 6-8 weeks after this happens.

Note: A Record of Solemnization of Marriage may be provided by your marriage officiant immediately following the marriage ceremony. This is a souvenir of the marriage and is not the same thing as a marriage certificate.

Civil Marriage Solemnization Services

The Township is pleased to offer Civil Marriage Solemnization Services for couples wishing to be married in a civil ceremony.

How to request a civil marriage ceremony

To request a civil marriage ceremony, please:

1. 1. Review the Civil Marriage Solemnization Policy.
   2. Complete the Civil Marriage Solemnization Booking Form.
   3. Submit the completed form by:
      • Email: clerk@hornepayne.ca
      • In person: Town Hall during regular business hours.

Please note that submitting a booking form does not confirm your ceremony date or time. You will be contacted to confirm availability and finalize your booking.

Fees

Fees for civil marriage solemnization services shall be as set out in the Township’s User Fees and Service Charges By-law, as amended from time to time.

Additional fees may apply for ceremonies. Please refer to the Civil Marriage Solemnization Policy and User Fees and Service Charges By-law for complete fee information.

Contact Information

For questions about Marriage Licences and/or Civil Marriage Solemnization Services, please contact:
Township Clerk
Phone: 807-868-2020 x202
Email: clerk@hornepayne.ca