Civil Marriages

Note: In December 2020, the Council of the Municipality of Brockton made changes to the Municipality's Civil Marriage service. As of January 1, 2021, the Municipality of Brockton will no longer accept new Civil Marriage agreements. Any agreements previously booked with the Municipality, or one of our Officiants, for 2021 will continue to be honored. The Municipality's Civil Marriage service will be discontinued in 2022. Couples are welcome to contact another Municipality to book their Civil Marriage ceremony. Thank you for your understanding.

The Municipality of Brockton has appointed three officiants to perform marriages:

• Debra Roth
• Mark Gaynor
• Colin Saunders

Meet the Officiants

 Debra Roth 

Debra was the CAO/Clerk for the Municipality of Brockton and has been performing marriages since 2010. Since her retirement as of December 2017, Deb will continue to perform marriages on her personal time. She feels honoured to be able to participate in such a special and meaningful occasion. A marriage is unique to each and every couple and the small things count. Whether it is a sand or candle ceremony, or the tying of the knot, each detail is reviewed to ensure that the couple are relaxed and happy on their wedding day. Debra has a calm and comforting demeanour and is very relaxed whether officiating in a large celebration or a small intimate ceremony. Whether your chosen venue is the beach, barn, cornfield, garden or the council chambers, Debra will work with you to make your wedding truly unique and special.

Contact Deb at debra_roth@hotmail.com or 519-377-5345 to book your wedding with her.

Mark Gaynor 

L. Mark Gaynor was the Chief Financial Officer for the Municipality of Brockton. Mark believes your wedding day is a wonderful day and every step in the planning up to your special day is important to each and every couple. As a Marriage Officiant, Mark loves working with couples to ensure that the ceremony and vows are exactly what they want and expect. He would be honoured to be part of your special day and to make sure it is done in a memorable way for each and every one of you.

Contact Mark at mgaynor@wightman.ca or 226-230-1619 to book your wedding with him.

 Colin Saunders 

Colin Saunders was the Director of Operations for the Municipality of Brockton and has been performing marriages since December 2012. Colin and his wife, Cindy, have been married for over 30 years and have four daughters. Colin enjoys working with the couple to ensure the wedding experience is tailored to their wishes. Colin is very calm and approachable and looks forward to working with you during this exciting time in your lives.

Contact Colin at csaunders@bmts.com or 519-386-2698 to book your wedding with him.

• the services of the Officiant who conducts a pre-ceremony meeting
• the performance of the marriage
• the handling of the registration paperwork

If you are interested in a civil marriage please review the Guidelines and complete the Marriage Officiant Booking Agreement Form.

Note: In December 2020, the Council of the Municipality of Brockton made changes to the Municipality's Civil Marriage service. As of January 1, 2021, the Municipality of Brockton will no longer accept new Civil Marriage agreements. Any agreements previously booked with the Municipality, or one of our Officiants, for 2021 will continue to be honored. The Municipality's Civil Marriage service will be discontinued in 2022. Couples are welcome to contact another Municipality to book their Civil Marriage ceremony. Thank you for your understanding.

• $350.00
• Rehearsal requests may incur an additional $50.00 fee if the Officiant determines that it is required. This fee is to be paid directly to the officiant.

If you are interested in a civil marriage please review the Guidelines and complete the Marriage Officiant Booking Agreement Form.