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HomeApply or RegisterGet a Marriage Licence

Applying for a Marriage Licence

Please ensure you complete the Marriage Licence Application form before you apply for your licence. View more information on the process below:

Where Can I Apply?

Marriage licences are issued at the Municipal Office Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

  • Brockton Municipal Office
    100 Scott Street, Walkerton, Ontario

It is recommended that you make an appointment to make sure staff are available to sign your licence. Please call Sarah Johnson, Jr. Deputy Clerk at 519-881-2223 Ext 159 or email Sarah Johnson, Jr. Deputy Clerk to set an appointment to bring in your application.  

How Can I Make and Appointment?
It is recommended that you make an appointment to make sure staff are available to sign your licence. Please call Sarah Johnson, Jr. Deputy Clerk at 519-881-2223 Ext 159 or email Sarah Johnson, Jr. Deputy Clerk to set an appointment to bring in your application.  
How Much Will It Cost?
The fee for a marriage licence is $130.00, payable by cash, cheque or debit card. 
What Do I Need to Bring with Me?

Both Applicants in Attendance

  • Completed Marriage Licence Application form signed by both applicants
  • Identification for Both Applicants:
    • Either valid birth certificates OR Valid passport for each applicant
    • AND government issued photo identification (example: driver's licence, health card) for each applicant

Only One Applicant in Attendance

If both applicants cannot appear in person, one applicant can bring in the following:

  • Completed Marriage Licence Application form signed by both applicants
  • Identification for Both Applicants:
    • Either a valid birth certificate or valid passport for both applicants
    • AND government issued photo identification (ex. driver's licences, health card) for both applicants

Special Circumstances

Marriage After Divorce

If an applicant has been divorced, and the divorce was granted in Canada, the original or certified copy of the Decree Absolute or Certificate of Divorce is required. A copy may be obtained from the court where the divorce was granted and can only be certified by the court registrar (a photocopy is not acceptable).

Foreign Divorce

If the divorce was granted outside of Canada, please review the Requirements Respecting Marriage in Ontario. A Statement of Sole Responsibility will need to be completed.

Send the completed information to:

Office of the Registrar General
189 Red River Road, PO Box 3000
Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5W0

This process could take up to 4 weeks to complete. In the case of a foreign divorce, you must get authorization from the Office of the Registrar General before a marriage licence can be issued to you.

Widowed Applicants

Where an applicant is a widow(er), you must bring a copy of the Death Notice provided by the Funeral Home or a copy of the Death Certificate.

Applicants Under 18 Years of Age

If a person is under the age of 18, consent of both parents is required using Form 6 - Consent to Marriage - Sworn Affidavit. If there is separation, divorce or death involved, parents or parent with custody can sign.

How Long Will It Take to Process My Marriage Licence Application?
Once your Marriage Licence Application form is complete and the required documentation and identification are provided, the licence will be issued while you wait.
How Long Is My Licence Valid? 
A Marriage Licence is valid anywhere in Ontario for a period of up to three months (90 days) from the date of issue. 
Who Can I Ask About Performing a Civil Ceremony? 

The Municipality of Brockton offers Civil Wedding Ceremonies. 

You can also call Sarah Johnson, Jr. Deputy Clerk at 519-881-2223 Ext 159 or email Sarah Johnson, Jr. Deputy Clerk to set an appointment to bring in your Officiant/Civil Ceremony application.  

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.

Marriage Certificates

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

You need this document to:

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

A Record of Solemnization of Marriage is not the same thing as a marriage certificate.

Before you can order a marriage certificate, a marriage needs to be registered. The official who performed the marriage will register your marriage by sending a complete and signed marriage licence to Service Ontario.

You may order Marriage Certificates online through Service Ontario approximately 8 to 10 weeks after the date of your marriage.

Changing Name After Marriage
If you wish to change your last name after you get married, please read the Change Name After Marriage Information Form to learn more. 
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