Contact(s)
Steps to Apply for a Marriage Licence:
Step 1: Review the requirements - Before Getting Married in Ontario
Step 2: Complete the Online Application
Step 3: Schedule an Appointment
- After applying online, call 519-524-8344 or email townhall@goderich.ca to schedule an appointment to get your license at Town Hall.
- Bring in the original documents and your ID for review.
Fees:
The cost of a Marriage Licence is $130.00 (HST exempt)
- Accepted Payment Methods:
- Debit
- Cash
- Cheque (payable to the Town of Goderich)
Please note: Credit cards are not accepted.
Marriage Commissioners:
The cost of a Marriage Commissioner is $350.00 plus HST.
Authorized Marriage Commissioners for the Town of Goderich are listed below:
| Name | Address | Phone Number |
| Richard Madge | 245 Shore Crescent Goderich, ON N7A 1Y6 |
(519) 524-9029 |
| Melissa Synders | 6185 Line 36, RR3 Mitchell, ON N0K 1N0 |
(519) 301-0541 |
| Jeff Sabin | 199 Bennett Street West Goderich, ON N7A 1X7 |
(519) 524-0939 |
| Kathy Young | 113 Park Street Goderich, ON N7A 1K9 |
(519) 524-2820 |
| Lori Vanstone | 37204 Londesboro Road Goderich, ON N7A 3Y1 |
(519) 524-0343 |
Wedding Venues:
The Town offers a variety of beautiful locations for your wedding ceremony, including the Town Hall Council Chamber, local beaches, and several public parks.
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Pavilion Rentals:
- For use of the Town pavilion at Harbor Park, St. Christopher’s Beach, or The Cove, complete the pavilion reservation form, which requires a $75.00 fee.
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Town Hall Council Chamber:
- For use of the Town Hall Council Chamber, complete the Wedding Venue Request Form, which requires a $100.00 fee and proof of insurance.
Learn More:
Applying for a Marriage Certificate
You may apply for a marriage certificate from Service Ontario six to eight weeks after your marriage ceremony. There are a few ways to apply:
- Online through Service Ontario - Get a Marriage Certificate
- In person via Service Ontario.
