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LOCATION RECEPTIONS/INDOOR VENUES

Alpine Lodge ~Located at Fernie Alpine Resort, Alpine Lodge offers unique smaller receptions with an emphasis on service and includes eight ensuite rooms, a beautiful dining area with 35ft vaulted ceilings, and an outdoor hot tub.alpinelodgefernie.com|250-423-4237 Best Western ~Full service hotel offering a banquet room and catering services for up to 180 guests. bestwesternfernie.com| 250-423-5500 Cast Iron Grill ~Offers spectacular views at the Fernie Golf Club both indoors and out for up to 150 for a seated event, and 230 for cocktail style. 250-423-4115 Cirque Restaurant ~ A newly renovated space in the Lizard Creek Lodge with a fireplace and patio, up to 150 guests at Fernie Alpine Resort. lizardcreek.com| 250-423-2056 Elk View Lodge ~ Open plan dining and living room area can seat up to 100 using round tables. For smaller groups, they use rectangular tables to seat up to 50. elkviewlodge.com 250-423-1580

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Fernie Community Centre

With seating up to 350 this is the only option for large weddings. fernie.ca| 250-423-4466 Fernie Family Centre ~ A comfortable and central location suitable for 150-200 guests. holyfamilyfernie.ca| 250-423-6127 Fernie Seniors Centre ~ Seating for up to 100 guests for a smaller, intimate wedding. 250-423-4466

Fernie Stanford Resort ~ On the edge of town alongside the Elk River, with a seating capacity up to 150 people. ferniestanfordresort.com| 250-423-5000 The Griz Lodge ~ A spacious floor plan, rustic atmosphere and full service kitchen at the base of Fernie Alpine Resort for up to 200 guests. skifernie.com| 250-423-4655 Island Lake Lodge ~ At the base of the Lizard Range with a capacity of up to 100 guests. Specializing in boutique mountain weddings, book far in advance. islandlakelodge.com| 250-423-3700 Park Place Lodge ~ Centrally located with a fireplace, great for up to 150 guests. parkplacelodge.com| 250-423-6871 Red Tree Lodge ~ Flexible, comfortable mountain setting with seating for 130 people, full kitchen and bar on site. redtreelodge.com| 250-423-4622

The Rusty Edge at the Griz Inn ~ Located at Fernie Alpine Resort, a beautiful indoor setting at the hill with a patio for up to 200 guests. rustyedge.net| 778-519-5206 or 250-423-9221 Snow Creek Lodge ~ This lodge on the hill can accommodate up to 80 people. fernielodgingco.com| 250-423-6878

For smaller sized wedding or those looking for something more casual or unique, consider one of the following options!

Casual yet cool: Griz Bar at Fernie Alpine Resort hosts up to 150 guests (250-423-4655) or The Bridge Bistro (250-423-7367) by the Elk River has a large patio and beautiful setting in town.

Elegant and chic: The Arts Station/Blue

Toque (250-423-4842) located in downtown Fernie in the historic train station. Fernie Distillers (ferniedistillers.com) is cozy, cool and your cocktail list will be the highlight of the event. And Fernie Brewing Co. (250423-7797) is another well-appointed indoor location with potential to make it your own.

For a more traditional affair, consider one of the beautiful churches that mark many a scenic shot in town. From the iconic Catholic Church just off the historic downtown Fernie, to the more modern Mountain Side Community Church in the Annex subdivision, there is truly a space for everyone.

Anglican Church of Canada Christ Church

541 4th Ave | 250-423-6517

Holy Family Church

521 4th Ave | 250-423-6127

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

421 9th Ave | 250-423-6887

Knox United Church of Canada

201 2nd Ave | 250-423-6010

Mountainside Community Church

1622 10th Ave | 250-423-4112

Trinity Pentecostal Tabernacle

1362 8th Ave | 250-423-4114

OUTDOOR VENUES

Annex Park ~ Provides a large open area with a duck pond and views. fernie.ca| 250-423-4466 Birch Meadows ~ Rich green colours of the mountainside offer a private, secluded setting outside of town. birchmeadowslodge.com| 250423-4236

Elk View Lodge ~ A beautiful lodge outside of Fernie with a large deck and views of the Lizard Range. elkviewlodge.com| 250-423-1580 Fernie Golf Club ~ Open setting with majestic, 360 views of Fernie’s mountains. golffernie.com| 250-423-7773 Fernie Court House ~ A unique, historical setting in the centre of downtown Fernie still offering views of Fernie’s distinct mountains. fernie.ca| 250-423-4466 Fernie Alpine Resort Village Plaza ~ Enclosed in the foothills of the Lizard Mountain Rage, located conveniently at the base of the resort, and suitable for up to 200 guests in the spring and fall.skifernie.com| 250-423-4655 Fernie Alpine Resort Tamarack Lawn ~ A tranquil and natural setting, located at the base of the resort with views of the Lizard Headwall, and suitable for up to 100 guests in the spring and fall. skifernie.com| 250-423-4655 I “Dew” Point at Island Lake ~ Grassy meadow on the lake with views of the Lizard Range. islandlakelodge.com| 250-423-3700 Lizard Creek Lodge ~ Offers a manicured lawn, providing chairs for guests, draped table for signing the register, and an arch when requested. lizardcreek.com| 250-423-2057 Lost Boys Café ~ Amazing views of the Valley from Timber Bowl at Fernie Alpine resort with a large patio. skifernie.com| 250-423-4655

Mount Fernie Provincial Park ~ A classic mountain setting with a bridge over a beautiful creek surrounded by thick forest. env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/ mt_fernie/| 1-250-422-3003 The Rusty Edge at the Griz Inn ~ Located at the base of Fernie Alpine Resort, offering a large open deck that can accommodate a large number of seated or standing guests. rustyedge.net| 778-519-5206 or 250-423-9221 Spruce Spring Stream Farm ~ Boasting perennial floral gardens and landscaped green space, excellent views and stunning forest scenes.A private and tranquil setting perfect to celebrate with friends and family. sprucespringstreamfarms.ca| 250-423-7776

ACCOMMODATION

Best Western Mountain Lodge ~ Located in Fernie, offering 95luxurious guest rooms and executive, kitchenette, and Jacuzzi suites. bestwesternfernie.com| 250-423-5500 Lizard Creek Lodge ~ Located at the base of Fernie Alpine Resort, offering condominimums with mountain views, on-site restaurant, spa andconvenientlocation to the resort. lizardcreek.com| 250-423-2057 Park Place Lodge ~ Located in Fernie, this locally-owned hotel offers 65 comfortable guest rooms. This hotels prides itself on offering personalized service and memorable dining. parkplacelodge.com| 250-423-6871 The Griz Inn ~ Located at the base of Fernie Alpine Resort, this is a great choice for a fullservice hotel and condominiums at the resort. grizinn.com| 250-423-9221

TRANSPORTATION

Avalanche City Shuttle Service

250-423-8376 A Touch of Class Limousines | 250-489-1140 Kootenay Taxi | 250-423-4408 Mountain High Shuttle | 250-423-5008

CATERING

of your wedding celebration. bigbangbagels. com|250-423-7778 Cooks Catering S & P ~ Catering small to large events up to 300 people, with customized menus and quality service. 250-430-7789 The Chopstick Truck ~ A popular food truck in Fernie offering delicious Vietnamese food, and available for private function catering. thechopsticktruck.com CP Catering ~ CP Catering also run The Bridge Bistro, are known for their ability to beautifully cater weddings of all sizes. enjoyfernie.com/cp-catering| 250-423-7367 Fernie Catering Co. ~ Barrie Elliott, a Red Seal chef known for inspiring and tasty creations for all styles and sizes of events. ferniecateringco.com | 250-531-0905 Iron Creek Catering Co. ~ Red Seal Chef Matt Sorochuk provides customized and professional catering services for your special day. ironcreekcatercompany.com| 250-423-6856 Lizard Creek Lodge ~ Offers tasteful catering to smaller events outside of their establishment (cocktail evening, dress rehearsal or intimate reception). lizardcreek.com| 250-423-2057

CAKES/CUPCAKES

There are many artistic and high quality bakers in this community, specializing in unique cakes and cupcakes to accompany your special day. Happy Cow ~ Specializing in all natural cakes and cupcakes (along with specialty ice cream). | 250-423-8381

House of GATO ~ Custom cakes, baked goods and pastries.instagram.com/housegat0 | housegatofernie@gmail.com Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory ~ Offering premium chocolate and other confections, cocoa, gift baskets and more.|250-423-2680 Piece of Cake ~ Specializing in unique custommade cakes that accentuate your occasion. | 250-430-2176

Smilin Pixie ~ Specializing in both butter cream and fondant cakes. | 250-423-8066 Sweet Cakes ~ Organic and beautifully designed cupcakes with unique flavours and all natural ingredients. | 250-423-4355

REFRESHMENTS

Fernie Brewing Co. ~ Visit their tasting room to sample up to eight brews and discuss the products with staff. Best to call in advance. ferniebrewing.com|250-423-7797 Fernie Distillery ~ Book a tasting with their educated staff to provide your guests with hand-crafted, local spirits.ferniedistillers.com

BARTENDING Avalanche City Bartender Services

acrgbus.frdl@gmail.com|250-423-8376

Kettle Black Bartending

kettleblackbartending.com|250-919-8052

BRIDAL STORES

The Bragging Bride Boutique

thebraggingbride.ca 403-919-4527

Silver Blush Weddings

silverblushweddings.com|403-999-2322

SPA AND BEAUTY HAIR SALONS

ET Hair Studio ~ Located in downtown Fernie, this salon offers a full range of professional services and is great for large groups. | 250423-4813

Lysh Hair Salon ~ Fernie’s newest salon, offering everything from cuts and colours to special occasion up do’s. | 250-423-5001 Mirror Images Hair Studio ~ A full service hair salon. | 250-423-7615 New Roots Hair Co. ~ A cozy and personal salon with a passion for colouring, cutting and styling.|250-423-1084 Society Jane ~ Offering clients a customized and luxurious experience, working together to achieve your vision on your special day. societyjane.ca | 250-423 5965

Sparrow Hair

A trendy and unique hair salon, specializing in cuts, colours, perms, styles and wedding updo’s. | 250-423-7175

MAKEUP

Fernie’s Lash Studio ~ Offers professional eyelash extensions, classic and volume provided.Facebook.com/FernieLashStudio| 250-423-0831

No.3 ~ Specializing in high quality wedding day makeup, bridal party makeup lessons, and high quality skin care products. no3fernie.com| 250-423-2181 Spa 901 ~ Offering professional makeup application for weddings with on-site services available. spa901.ca| 250-423-7722 Three Sisters Day Spa ~ Offering professional makeup services for special occasions including weddings. threesistersdayspa.com| 250-423-6395

SPA SERVICES

Enchanted Esthetics ~ CIABC Certified Esthetician services using Eminence handmade organic skin care out of Hungary. enchantedestheticsfernie.com| 250-430-1289 Island Lake Spa ~ Includes a full range of services alongside a solarium and outdoor room with hot tub, spring shower and amazing views. islandlakecatskiing.com/summer/ activities/spa| 250-423-3700 King Fir Spa ~ Located at Fernie Alpine Resort, reconnect with nature through the variety of treatments, massage and yoga available here. kingfirspa.com| 250-423-8215 Névé Spa at Lizard Creek Lodge ~ Located at Fernie Alpine Resort, this spa uses organic products by Eminence Organic, and LVX luxe nail system. lizardcreek.com/spa| 250-4232057 ext. 1014

OrganicTan Fernie ~ Offering natural spray tanning as well as SunnTan and SunnaSmile products. organictan.ca| 250-946-6889 Spa 901 ~ A beautiful and spacious renovated historical building with full spa amenities, including a sauna, lounges and outdoor pool. spa901.ca| 250-423-7722 Three Sisters Day Spa ~ A full range of esthetic and massage treatments utilizing Aveda products. threesistersdayspa.com| 250-423-6395

FLOWERS

The Green Petal ~ They love the different, unusual, fun, artsy and elegant and transfer this to their arrangements. thegreenpetal.ca| 250-423-4486 The Romantiks ~ A floral design company specializing in lush botanical florals and dreamy event design. theromantiks.com | 250-426-8659

INVITATIONS

Clawhammer Letterpress ~ Specializing in typography-based products, including invitations, stationery and cards. clawhammer.ca| 778-519-5010 Lettering by Ruby ~ Lettering service for name cards, table numbers, wedding signs, chalk signs, wood signs, wedding banners and more. 604-340-2140

Lilac Media ~ Offering digital printing for all your wedding invitations, thank yous and more. lilacmedia.com| 250-430-1330

ENTERTAINMENT Aries Entertainment DJ Service

Spreading beautiful vibes through the music he spins. | 250-423-6858 DJ McRae ~ Playing all of your favourites, sure to have your guests on the dance floor. | 250423-8658 The Hip Flexers ~ A five piece wedding/ function band including a horn section. 250-946-7114

Jim Paul DJ Services ~ Known for playing the best in music now and then, catered to your party’s tastes. | 250-430-2490 Ray’s Music ~ Live sound and DJ Services, Ray is a professional mobile DJ. | 250-427-7000 Tofino Wedding DJs ~ Professional DJ services and sound equipment rentals. | 250-571-4954

DÉCOR, SUPPLIES AND RENTALS

Home Hardware ~ Rent out tables, chairs, linens and a host of other items and materials – ask for Heather Ingram when calling. 250-423-4496 chairs, tents, napkins, linens, dishes/ cutlery, decorations, patio heaters, light posts, generators, dance floor and more. pattispartytentrental.com

Summit Lift Company Tent Rentals

Provide large white tent rental for outdoor ceremonies and receptions, includes setup and take down. summitliftco.net| 250-423-1255

GIFTS & REGISTRY

Fernie Hearth & Home ~ Carrying the best in home appliances, cookware, dishes, and more. ferniehearthandhome.com|250-423-4216 The Green Petal ~ Jewellery, dish-ware, linens, furniture, accent pieces and so much more. thegreenpetal.ca|250-423-4486 Interior Envy ~ Unique and tasteful products to spruce up your living space, kitchen or bathroom. interiorenvy.ca|250-423-9735 No3 ~ Carrying an array of home and kitchen items, perfect for that thoughtful gift or setting up your registry. no3fernie.com|250-423-2181 Urban Settler ~ A one-of-a-kind lifestyle, design and decor company, with a collection of wares displayed in store to ignite daydreams of decorating. urbansettler.com|250-423-0820

GOLDSMITH Element 7 Nine

Hand crafted and designed with a pursuit for originality and a passion for goldsmithing. element7nine.com|250-430-0700

MARRIAGE COMMISSIONERS Faye Arlene Sigurdson

fayesig@telus.net| 250-425-5741

Jennifer Cronin

gethitchedinfernie@gmail.com| 250-423-4337

Lynn Rogers

lynnrogers@shaw.ca| 778-519-1214

Susan Hamilton

essenceceremonies.com| 403-831-6028

WEDDING PLANNERS

Lush Kootenay Weddings and Events

From full planning, month/day coordination, custom wedding packages and events. lushkootenay.com|250-423-9477

Silver Lining Events ~ An experienced and passionate wedding coordinator and decorator. amimags@shaw.ca|250-430-7818

PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO Decoro Portrait Photography

decoroportaits.com| 250-423-3023 6:8 Photography ~ 68photography.com AERE Films ~ aerefilms.com

Alana Krushen Image Design

AKimagedesign.com Ashley Lynne ~ ashleylynnephoto@gmail.com Born to Adventure ~ borntoadventure.com

Courtney Jess Photography

courtneyjessphotography.com

Danyal Taylor Film & Photography

danyaltaylor.ca

David + Katie Photography

davidandkatiephoto.com Eyelet Photography ~ eyeletphotography.com Jamie Hide Photography ~ jamiehide.com

Jamie Inman Photography

Jamieinmanphoto.com Jenny Kamo ~ Jennykamo.com

Krevan Wedding Portraits

krevanphotography.ca

Kyle Hamilton Photography

kylehamiltonphotography.com

Matt Kuhn Photography

mkuhnphoto.com

McKenzie Jespersen Photography

mckenziejespersen.com

Nick Nault Photography and Video

nicknaultphotography.ca

Raven Eye Photography

raveneyephotography.com

Red Flannel Photography

redflannelphotography.com

Stephen Jolie Photography

stephenjoliephotography.com Tara Hill Studios ~ tarahillstudios.com

The Best BANG for your Buck!

• Handmade bagels baked daily in house • Open EVERYDAY • Voted ‘Best Quick Food Fix’ Fernie Fix Awards, 2019 502 2nd Avenue, Fernie BC 250-423-7778 www.bigbangbagels.com

Fernie’s many outdoor venues provide the perfect location for your wedding celebrations. Annex Park, Rotary Park, James White Park, the Courthouse grounds and City Hall offer beautiful mountain backdrops for your ceremony and photos – for more information, please contact Parks, Facilities and Recreation at 250.423.4466

We’ve Got you Covered!

Various Sizes of Party Tents Port-A-Potties • Generators Barricade Fencing • Bouncy Castles & Slides • Table, Chairs & Linens • Tableware We deliver, set-up, take down & remove

www.pattispartytentrental.com

Showroom located at 7188 Lynch Road, Hosmer, BC Ideal for an intimate Fernie wedding. Banquet space for up to 60 guests. 64 spacious guest rooms & suites. Central in-town location.

www.parkplacelodge.com 742 Hwy 3 | 250-423-6871

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