marriage commissioner and commissioner for oaths Faqs

What is the first step to getting married legally in Saskatchewan?

In Saskatchewan, couples who want to marry must purchase a Saskatchewan Marriage Licence. If either of the prospective spouses is unable to understand or speak English or French, they must arrange for an independent interpreter to be present when purchasing the marriage licence.

Where can marriage licences be purchased?

Saskatchewan marriage licences are purchased from marriage licence issuers. Jewelry stores or town administrators in Saskatchewan generally provide this service.

Marriage licences purchased outside Saskatchewan are not valid for marriage in Saskatchewan. For example, couples purchasing an Alberta Marriage Licence must be married in Alberta.

When should we purchase the marriage licence? How much does it cost?

The marriage licence must be purchased at least one day prior to the wedding day. However, it cannot be purchased more than three months or 90 days in advance. 

The cost of a marriage licence is $60.00

In Regina, you can buy a license from the following vendors:

• A Tymeless Event (by appointment only)

• Aurelia Goldsmith Bullion Broker

• Madni Islamic Centre & Mosque

• Notary Public Regina

• Paper Umbrella

• Paris Jewellers (Southland Mall)

• Quality Goldsmiths Ltd.

Do we need to show identification when purchasing a marriage licence?

Identification must be presented to the marriage licence issuer.

• Canadian citizens must present a valid driver's licence or birth certificate.

• Residents outside of Canada must present their birth certificate.

• Landed immigrants must present a valid birth certificate and landed immigrant papers.

• Divorce documents if applicable

What is the age of majority in order to get married in Saskatchewan?

The age of majority is 18 years. There are certain restrictions that apply to minors. Please ask me for more details.

Who can legally marry a couple in Saskatchewan?

In Saskatchewan, marriages between two individuals may be solemnized, or legalized, through a religious or civil ceremony, in English or in French.

Marriage commissioners perform civil ceremonies, with no religious connotations. Marriage commissioners must be registered with Saskatchewan Justice, under the Marriage Act.

Can same sex couples be married in Saskatchewan?

Yes. Same sex marriages are permitted in Saskatchewan! Yay!

How many witnesses are needed?

Two witnesses (one for each applicant) 18 years of age or over are needed.

What if I want to get married outside of Saskatchewan?

Contact the province or country where you want to get married for information about their marriage laws.

Will you provide us with a marriage certificate?

I will provide you with an "unofficial" Marriage Certificate - written in beautiful calligraphy - after the ceremony, to keep as a memento. If you wish to have an official marriage certificate, you will need to order and purchase one, 3-4 weeks after the ceremony, at:  https://www.ehealthsask.ca/

information adapted from fpkmarriage.com