Marriage Licence & Certificate Information

Buttercup Celebration Hall is authorized to sell and issue marriage licences and certificates in accordance with Manitoba Vital Statistics Canada.

To make an appointment please email Susanne@buttercupgc.com

Licence & Certificate Details:

  • A $100 fee applies — this covers the form, envelope, stamp, and mailing. This fee is required to provide the licence.

  • Forms cannot be picked up — they must be completed in person with the issuer at Buttercup Celebration Hall.

  • Limited forms available — new stock may take up to 2 weeks to arrive.

  • Please read all information below carefully before booking an appointment.

Important Requirements:

  • Ceremony must take place in Manitoba.

  • Both parties must be present when purchasing the marriage licence.

  • You do not need to reside in Manitoba to get married here.

  • Licence must be issued at least 24 hours before the ceremony.

  • Licence is valid for 3 months from date of issue.

  • Bring all required documents — incomplete applications cannot be refunded by Vital Statistics.

Before You Arrive:

1. Do both parties have valid ID?

  • ID must be original or notarized/confirmed copies.

  • Must show proof of identity, age, and current legal name.

  • Acceptable ID includes:

    • Driver’s Licence

    • Passport

    • Permanent Resident Card

    • MPI Identification Card

    • Certificate of Indian Status

  • If the name on the above ID is not your current full legal name, you must also bring one of the following:

    • Birth Certificate

    • Canadian Citizenship Certificate

    • Canadian Immigration Document (e.g. study/work permit, visitor visa)

  • Social Insurance Numbers (SIN) are not accepted.

2. Previously Married?

  • Divorced: Must provide one of the following:

    • Certificate of Divorce (with final dissolution date, not a judgement that states 30 days from this date)

    • Decree Absolute (not Decree Nisi)

  • Widowed: Must provide one of the following:

    • Death Certificate

    • Funeral Director’s Statement of Death

3. Under 18 Years Old?

  • 16–17 years old: Must have a completed Consent to Marriage form.

  • 15 and under: Must have written consent from a Family Court judge.

4. Mental Capacity to Marry

  • If either party is under a committee under The Mental Health Act, written confirmation from a doctor stating that they understand the nature of marriage is required.

-Please ensure all documents are in order before your appointment.
-Forms must be filled out at Buttercup Celebration Hall with our issuer — they cannot be taken home or filled out independently.
-Incorrect or missing documentation may result in delays or rejection of your application.