WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE
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f o r mo r e t i p s a n d i nspir at ion f or pl anning your c a na d i a n roc kie s w e dding
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BR I DE Vancouver Island 2020
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EDITOR’S LETTER
Oh, Canada! As one of the few born and bred Canadians on the Rocky Mountain Bride team, I feel profoundly honored to represent the Canadian Rockies and the talented creatives that make weddings and love stories in our region pure magic. The landscape that makes up the Canadian Rockies is as diversely beautiful as the creatives that call it home and I am so blessed to have been able to travel throughout Alberta and British Columbia to see some of the very best our country has to offer in the wedding industry.
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This destination wedding guide is a culmination of so much local heart, talent and passion. From curated soirées to touching love stories and the best venues in the area, I hope these pages help you to find inspiration for your own wedding day, and encourages you to reminisce on your own extordinary Rocky Mountain love story. Happy planning! xx
Celynn Bowman @celynn_rockymountainbride
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lauren + david weddings
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make it official - Where to get your license
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venue guide - Where to tie the knot
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vendor spotlight - The Good Party
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A world away but not far away, Bodega Ridge is a true destination wedding venue that is easy to access from Vancouver, Victoria or Seattle. Full service venue with dining, bar service and accommodation with a backdrop of ocean, broken islands and the Vancouver mountains.
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Julia + Emlyn beach house, victoria
Kaylyn van Driesum photographed this captivating, bohemian island wedding at The Beach House on the shores of Vancouver Island. Blush Bridal Boutique provided Julia with a neutral Allure Bridal gown that displayed a stunning lace overlay. The bride’s mother’s ring was the most striking element of her wedding day ensemble. The intricately detailed Ruth & Dean cake featured fresh ranunculus and greenery to tie in the bohemian elements of the bride’s Rook & Rose and The Root Cellar bouquet. Pedersens covered all of the rental needs, from glassware to the guests’ chairs.
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Julia describes their Island Lake Lodge summit proposal as the best surprise of her life - she had no hints and was completely surprised. The couple’s first look was intimate and romantic, situated in the sprawling rose gardens at Starling Lane. For Julia, getting ready with her bridesmaids and mother while sipping mimosas and singing along to ballads, will always be one of her favourite memories.
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Ceremony Starling Lane Vineyard | www.starlinglanevineyard.com Reception The Beach House | www.beachhousevictoria.com Photographer KVD Photography | www.kvdphotographs.com Invitations Paperless Post | www.paperlesspost.com Calligraphy Kate Campbell | www.etsy.com/ca/shop/kateandcampbell Caterer The Beach House | www.beachhousevictoria.com Sweets Ruth & Dean | www.ruthanddean.com Florist Bouquet: Rook & Rose | www.rookandrose.com Reception: The Root Cellar | www.therootcellar.ca Bride’s Attire Boutique: Shades of White Bridal | www.shadesofwhite.com Designer: Allure Bridal | www.allurebridals.com Bridesmaids’ Attire The Dessy Group | www.dessy.com Groom’s + Groomsmen’s Attire Banana Republic | www.bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca Groom’s Shoes Pegabo | www.thebay.com/c/men/pegabo Hair Kharma Salon | www.kharmasalons.com Makeup Melanie Baird & Jen Clark | www.melaniebaird.ca Rings James Allen | www.jamesallen.com Armeni jewelers | www.armenijewelers.com Rentals Pedersens | www.pedersens.ca Entertainment Jill Cooper | www.jillcoopermusic.com Transportation Alpine Limosine | www.alpinelimo.ca Officiant Chris-Ann Lake Honeymoon Black Rock Resort | www.blackrockresort.com
Vancouver Island meet me where the sky touches the sea.
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VA N CO U V E R I S L A N D 1 0 1 Advice for a perfect trip to Vancouver Island featuring favorite local spots. Like all of British Columbia, the weather can change in the blink of an eye. Planning ahead can make all of the difference.
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S E A S O N A L W E AT H E R Vancouver Island is a brilliant wedding location, known for its mild climate. Its prime location on Canada’s West Coast makes the area incredibly diverse when it comes to its cities, for each place has a special atmosphere that is unlike any other. Victoria, the sunny capital of British Columbia, has the most mild climate in Canada, and is a beautiful locale for its large harbourfront and expansive gardens. On the other hand, the quaint district of Tofino is known to draw couples from across the world, with its picturesque landscape and relaxed surfing culture. While there is a high chance of fog in the area, it adds an intimate feel and serves as the perfect addition for memorable wedding photos. The best time for a wedding falls between the months of April and August, especially if you want to avoid the island’s rainy season from September to March. If you’re looking for a sunny and dry wedding location, we recommend checking out Victoria in July! If you’re geared towards more of a moody vibe, definitely book Tofino for October or November. Your day will be absolutely unforgettable in Tofino’s secret season - autumn!
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Steering your guests in the right direction when it comes to packing for your wedding is sometimes difficult, but incredibly helpful. Adding a packing list to your wedding website will aid your guests in determining what to bring for the festivities. For a Vancouver Island wedding, guests should bring a pair of flip flops for the beach, and a pair of rubber boots in case the weather takes a stormy turn. A rain jacket is always a good idea on the island, no matter what the season is! Packing a sweater and a pair of sunglasses will ensure that each of your guests will be prepared for any type of day, whether it’s sunny or cool.
ACTIVITIES Head to Vancouver Island for amazing nature walks and coastal adventures. Hikes like Cathedral Grove are well-known and well-travelled, and often home to ancient Douglas Fir and Red Cedar trees. The West Coast Trail is one of the most famous hiking trails in Canada, where you will encounter a range in terrain and a rich Indigenous history. While you’re on the island you might as well take advantage of the ocean, by surfing the magnificent swells that come in to the shore. Soul Sister Surf School and Pacific Surf School are two of the highest recommend surfing companies in Tofino - you don’t want to miss out! Feel like you need a break after all of the outdoor adventures? Try beach yoga on Mackenzie Beach in Tofino! Hot Springs Cove in Maquinna Provincial Park is an amazing place to visit for a day trip on the island. Take an hour and a half water taxi trip to these geothermal hot springs, and be sure to look for whales on your way out! The hot springs are located at the end of a two kilometre stretch of boardwalks and wooden stairs. The water gets its heat from a major geological fault in the earth’s crust. The ocean water is pulled into the earth about five kilometres down and heated until boiled, before being pushed back up into the springs. Sounds like pure bliss! When you are feeling like a day out on the town, explore Tofino, Victoria, or any of the nearby hamlets for cute coffee shops, pretty boutiques and delicious fare. Victoria’s Chinatown is the second oldest in North America, and is home to the narrowest street in the country - Fan Tan Alley. vancouver island wedding guide 2020 / rockymountainbride.com
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Make it official In British Columbia, you can get your marriage license in the three months prior to your wedding date, at any marriage license issuer or Service BC location. Only one member of the couple is required to apply for a marriage license, but they must apply in person and show proper primary identification for both parties. Your license will cost you $100, and is nonrefundable. You must have at least two witnesses at your marriage ceremony, in additional to the commissioner or religious official.
Tofino District Office: 121 Third Street, PO Box 9, Tofino, B.C., V0R 2Z0 Service BC: 5-1636 Peninsula Rd, Ucluelet, B.C. V0R 3A0 For further information visit: www2.gov.bc.ca
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Local Wedding Inspiration
Katie + Kent s e a c i d e r fa r m , s a a n i c h t o n
Katie and Kent met while working for Global Morning News in Winnipeg and Regina, respectively. Their relationship eventually bloomed from the friendly rivalry that developed between the two morning shows. When both Katie and Kent independently moved to Alberta, it only made sense for them for them to connect. In March 2018, the pair had an alpine engagement that showcased the province that they’d come to love together.
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SUNFLOWER DREAM
The couple’s favourite part of the entire wedding day was their intimate first look, amidst a sea of sunflowers. Kim Jay Photography captured the moment, which was quiet, special and just for them. Katie and Kent were both bursting with love, while Details Planning and Event Design ensured that the day went off without a hitch. The bride’s Essense of Australia gown, provided by The Bridal Boutique, was absolutely ethereal. A clipping of Katie’s mother’s wedding veil, sewn into her dress, was the perfect touch to her already beautiful ensemble. The forest clearing at Sea Cider proved to be a magical setting for the pair’s rustic chic wedding.
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ADVICE FROM THE BRIDE
“Decide what aspects of the wedding are most important to you. For us, it was the venue, dress and photographer. Put a good chunk of your budget and effort towards those things, and take a more relaxed attitude toward the rest.”
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-VENDORSVenue Sea Cider | www.seacider.ca Wedding Planner Details Planning and Event Design | www.detailsbc.com Photographer Kim Jay Photography | www.kimjayphotography.com Invitations Vistaprint | www.vistaprint.ca Calligraphy Details Planning and Event Design | www.detailsbc.com Vistaprint | www.vistaprint.ca Caterer Toque Catering | www.toquecatering.com Sweets Ooh la la Cupcakes | www.oohlalacupcakes.ca Florist Details Planning and Event Design | www.detailsbc.com Bride’s Attire Boutique: The Bridal Boutique | www.thebridalboutique.ca Designer: Essense of Australia | www.essensedesigns.com Veil: Veroneka Bridal | www.veronekabridal.ca Shoes: Steve Madden | www.stevemadden.ca Bridesmaids’ Attire Lulus | www.lulus.com Groom + Groomsmen’s Attire Suit: Indochino | www.indochino.com Shoes: Aldo | www.aldoshoes.com Accessories: The Tie Bar | www.thetiebar.com Hair Adorn Hair by Amanda Johnson | www.adornbyamandajohnson.com Makeup Hailey Taylor Rings Spence Diamonds | www.spencediamonds.com Jewellery Anne Klein | www.watchshop.com Rentals Details Planning and Event Design | www.detailsbc.com Entertainment White Lotus DJ and Events | www.whitelotusevents.com Transportation Wilson’s and LA Limousines | www.wilsonstransportation.com Officiant Michael Denton Rehearsal Dinner Lido Waterfront Bar and Bistro | www.lidobistro.com
Danae + Jackson m a p l e b ay m a n o r , m a p l e b ay
Jackson and Danae first met in their ninth grade outdoor education class, and they’ve been inseparable ever since. Vancouver Island is where the couple met, fell in love and where they’ve built their life together, so it was only fitting that they get married on the island. Emma McCormick with The Good Party helped to ensure that the ceremony and the reception flowed together seamlessly.
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One of the couple’s favourite parts of the day was their first look. Maiko Media captured the special moment perfectly. The pace of the morning was peaceful and not hurried, making it easy for the wedding party to enjoy the beauty that Maple Bay Manor had to offer.
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ADVICE FROM THE BRIDE “Invest in a photographer you love and trust because the day goes by so quickly and reliving the small moments through photographs is absolutely priceless.”
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-VENDORSVenue Maple Bay Manor Wedding Planner The Good Party | www.thegoodparty.ca Photographer Maiko Media | www.maikomedia.com Videographer Maiko Media | www.maikomedia.com Caterer Alibi Catering | www.jonesgotcatering.com Sweets Empire donuts | www.empiredonuts.ca Florist Alicia’s Florals | www.aliciasflorals.com Bride’s Attire Boutique: Manuel Mendoza Couture | www.manuelmendoza.com Shoes: Salt Water Sandals | www.saltwatersandals.ca Groom’s Attire Outlooks | www.outlooksformen.com Hair Danielle Bennett | @daniellebennetthairstylist Makeup Lisa Smart | www.lisamariesmart.com Rentals Darling Vintage Rentals & Styling | www.darlingvintage.ca Shady Spaces | www.shadyspaces.ca PDS Woodwork Event Rentals Party Mood | www.partymood.com Entertainment Hiway Productions | www.djpro.ca Lodging Villa Eyrie Resort | www.villaeyrie.com Officiant Les Johnston Rehearsal Dinner Merridale Cidery & Distillery | www.merridale.ca Honeymoon Maui Kaanapali Villas | www.astonmauikaanapalivillas.com vancouver island wedding guide 2020 / rockymountainbride.com
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WOLF IN THE FOG The space is described as outdoor chic with wood features and elegant lighting. Located in Tofino, B.C., the Wolf in the Fog is famous for its fresh seafood caught locally. There is a genuine atmosphere to the place, as they are passionate about cooking great food for friends over a good beer or glass of wine. If you want an intimate yet beautiful venue for your rehearsal dinner, you can stop your search at Wolf in the Fog and not be disappointed! 150 4 St, Tofino | 250 725 9653 | www.wolfinthefog.com
SOOKE HARBOUR HOUSE Sooke Harbour House Kitchen is part of the resort under the same name. The restaurant has 35-year relationships with various local farms, fishers and artisans, making it truly farm-to-table. Guests will experience fresh and innovative cuisine at Sooke Harbour House. The house feels like a cottage from the storybooks that you read as a child - the best rehearsal dinner venue for a pictureperfect wedding! 1528 Whiffin Spit Rd, Sooke | 250 642 3421 | www.sookeharbourhouse.com
T H E P O I N T E AT W I C K A N I N N I S H I N N The Pointe at Wickaninnish Inn is exactly what you’d expect from a restaurant on Vancouver Island. The wood that is featured throughout the restaurant resembles the landscape that is just beyond its windows. With practically 180 degree views of the Pacific Ocean and an amazing menu, the upscale Pointe will leave your guests stunned and wanting more. Imagine this location at sunset - absolutely breathtaking! 500 Osprey Lane, Tofino | 250 725 3106 | www.wickinn.com
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T H E TA PA B A R This amazing Tapa Bar has everything you could ever want for your rehearsal dinner. With a stellar menu and moody atmosphere, Tapa Bar will set the tone for your wedding weekend. Guests will be dazzled with the amazing and inventive food that the restaurant has to offer, along with its adorable location!
620 Trounce Alley, Victoria | 250 383 0013 | www.tapabar.ca IL TERRAZZO This is one of the most highly rated Italian spots in town. Il Terrazzo has an expansive array of indoor and outdoor seating, meaning they will be able to accommodate a party of almost any size. We recommend being seated on their indoor patio - it’s romantic and has a ‘secret garden’ type of atmosphere. The little fireplaces scattered throughout the space make it the best place for a sweet summer dinner!
555 Johnson St, Victoria | 250 361 0028 | www.ilterrazzo.com PLUVIO Named Pluvio Restaurant + Rooms, you can dine and stay at this wonderful west-coast locale. Pluvio has a contemporary vibe to it, despite it being in the little town of Ucluelet. It offers a menu of fresh local fish, meat and wonderful desserts. They have created a three course menu, where you can ‘create your own story’ with a beginning, middle and end meal. Everyone is bound to find something, from the locally caught fish crudo, to the cured pork and the ‘spruced’ lemon tart.
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Meghan + Karl p r i vat e e s tat e , c o m o x va l l e y
Most love stories start with ‘boy meets girl,’ but in this case, the boy never met the girl…for four months anyway. With Karl being in Australia and Meghan living in Vancouver, their first date didn’t happen until months after their first conversation. Two and a half years later, the couple got engaged on an amazing surprise trip to Napa, filled with wine and fond memories. Karl read the poem on the back of the wine bottle that ended with, “will she be mine for this moment or for a lifetime?” We could guess, but we all know the answer, especially after their idyllic Vancouver Island wedding planned by Kim at Borrowed and Blue Events.
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ADVICE FROM THE BRIDE
“Focus on making your wedding a great experience, and it will be.”
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Wedding Planner Borrowed and Blue Events | www.borrowedandblueevents.ca Photographer Lilly Ann Photography | www.lillyannphotography.com Videographer Evergreen & Bound Films | www.evergreenboundfilms.com Invitation + Calligraphy Emma Allen Designs | www.emmaallen.ca Caterer Toque Catering | www.toquecatering.com Sweets Cake by Taryn | www.cakebytaryn.com Florist Bespoke Blossoms | www.bespokeblossoms.com Bride’s Attire Boutique: The Dress Theory | www.thedresstheory.com Designer: Rue de Seine | www.ruedeseine.com Bridesmaids’ Attire Dresses: BHLDN | www.bhldn.com Jewellery: A. B. Ellie | www.abellie.com Groom + Groomsmen’s Attire Suits: Surmesur Custom Menswear | www.surmesur.com Accessories: The Tie Bar | www.thetiebar.com Hair Hairpins Boutique Salon | www.hairpins.ca Makeup Makeup by Erica Harris | www.ericaharris.ca Rings Cavalier | www.cavaliergastown.com Jewellery Unbridled | www.unbridledcourtenay.com Rentals Darling Vintage Rentals | www.darlingvintage.ca Entertainment Hey Mr. DJ | www.facebook.com/heymrdjbc Officiant Jennifer Lee | www.lifecycleceremony.ca vancouver island wedding guide 2020 / rockymountainbride.com
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Lauren + David engagement
While Lauren was working in the labour and delivery unit, she met David’s mom who insisted that she meet her single son. After many hints and stories, the couple finally exchanged numbers and as they say, the rest is history. Photographer Jaleesa Matteazzi snapped this beautiful sun-lit engagement session to celebrate the happy proposal.
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THE PROPOSAL Something that David learned very early on about Lauren was her love for anything Christmas-related. Going to Butchart Gardens to look at the Christmas lights became a tradition for the two, one that started with one of their very first dates and continued with their proposal. As Lauren and David walked through the gardens amidst all of the twinkle lights, David knelt down on one knee and asked his bride to marry him.
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Savii + Jack t h e v i e w l u x u ry e s tat e , v i c t o r i a
This happy couple met during Savii’s second week in Canada, at a career fair that Jack was hosting as the president of his graduate student society. Five years passed between that first introduction and the proposal of a lifetime. Barb of French Kiss Events meticulously planned each and every detail of the wedding over the phone with Savii. 45 friends and family members came from all over, including China, Edmonton and Victoria, to share the special moment. Their favourite moment of the ceremony was taking a vow in front of the stunning sky, soaring mountains and expansive ocean. It made them feel as if the marriage had been blessed by God.
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T W O H E A RT S Kim Jay Photography shot the couple at their best, in a way that truly embodies the love that they share for one another. The bride’s custom wedding gown featured a full skirt and elegant off-the-shoulder neckline. Ingrid Rose Floral Artistry created floral arrangements in warm summer hues of coral, blush and white, that popped against the natural environment.
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ISLAND ELEGANCE
Toque Catering ensured that every guest was ready to dance the night away with the newly wedded couple. Cascade Quartet played Savii and Jack’s favourite songs the entire evening, making it incredibly special and romantic. Each guest went home with a leaf-style candle holder from Crate and Barrel to remember the soirée.
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-VENDORSVenue The View Luxury Estate | www.theviewvictoria.com Wedding Planner French Kiss Events | www.frenchkissevents.ca Photographer Kim Jay Photography | www.kimjayweddings.com Videographer Premier Love | www.premierlove.ca Calligrapher The Ayla View | www.aylapena.com Caterer Toque Catering | www.toquecatering.com Florist Ingrid Rose Floral Artistry | www.ingridrosefloralartistry.com Groom’s Attire Banana Republic | www.bananarepublic.com Hair + Makeup Beauty X Makeup & Hair | www.facebook.com/annwang.makeup Lounge Furniture Bash Specialty | www.bashspecialty.com Linens Faire la Fete | www.fairelafetelinen.com Rentals Mesa Rentals | www.mesarentals.co Entertainment Cascadia Quartet | www.cascadiaquartet.com
vancouver island V E N U E S
bilston creek farm
cox bay beach resort
4185 metchosin rd victoria, british columbia 778.533.7550 www.bilston.ca
1431 pacific rim hwy Tofino, british columbia 250.725.2600 www.coxbaybeachresort.com
bird’s eye cove farm
deep cove winery
5881 genoa bay rd duncan, british columbia 250.748.6379 www.birdseyecovefarm.com
11195 chalet rd north saanich, british columbia 250.656.2552 www.deepcovewinery.ca
black rock oceanfront resort
dolphins resort
596 marine dr ucluelet, british columbia 250.726.4800 www.blackrockresort.com
4125 discovery dr campbell river, british columbia www.dolphinsresort.com fairmont empress
bodega ridge
120 manastee road galiano island, british columbia 1.877.604.2677 www.bodegaridge.com
721 government st victoria, british columbia 250.384.8111 www.fairmont.com/empress-victoria fortune gallery
brentwood bay resort
849 verdier ave brentwood bay, british columbia 250.544.2079 www.brentwoodbayresort.com
537 fisgard st victoria, british columbia 250.383.1552 www.fortunegallery.ca gowlland harbour resort
bullock lake farm
360 upper ganges rd salt spring island, british columbia www.bullocklakefarm.com & state wines 1445 benvenuto ave brentwood bay, british columbia 250.652.2671 www.churchandstatewines.com church
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823 gowlland harbour road quadra island, british columbia 250.285.3572 www.gowllandharbour.com harbour house hotel
121 upper ganges road salt spring island, british columbia 250.537.4700 www.saltspringharbourhouse.com
hatley castle
the gardens at hcp
2005 sooke rd victoria, british columbia 250.391.2600 www.hatleycastle.com
505 quayle rd victoria, british columbia 250.479.6162 www.hcp.ca
& co. 1402 broad st victoria, british columbia 250.385.6277 www.heartwoodandco.com
the westin bear mountain golf resort
inn at laurel point
tigh-na-mara seaside spa resort
680 montreal st victoria, british columbia 250.386.8721 www.laurelpoint.com
1155 resort dr parksville, british columbia 1.800.663.7373 www.tigh-na-mara.com
keating farm
tofino resort
heartwood
5250 miller road duncan, british columbia 250.797.6179 www.keatingfarm.ca
& spa
1999 country club way victoria, british columbia 250.391.7160 www.marriott.com
+ marina 634 campbell st tofino, british columbia 1.844.680.4184 www.tofinoresortandmarina.com
& vine estate lakes rd duncan, british columbia 250.732.4586 www.oakandvineestate.com oak
oak bay beach hotel
1175 beach dr victoria, british columbia 250.598.4556 www.oakbaybeachhotel.com the fort common
1017 blanshard st victoria, british columbia 250.383.7412 www.fortproperties.ca
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Tofino Resort + Marina Keating Farm
Bullock Lake Farm
Bird's Eye Cove Farm
Harbour House Hotel
Cox Bay Beach Resort
Black Rock Oceanfront Resort
Deep Cove Winery Brentwood Bay Resort Sea Cider Farm The View & Ciderhouse Church & The Gardens The Westin Bear State Wines Fortune Gallery at HCP Mountain Golf Oak Bay Beach Resort & Spa Hotel Inn at Laurel Point Heartwood & Co. Hatley Castle
Bilston Creek Farm
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Fairmont Empress
The Fort Common
vancouver island
eternal reflections photography
bodega ridge 120 Manastee Road, Galiano Island | 877.604.2677 | www.bodegaridge.com
Situated on a bluff overlooking the ocean, broken islands and mountains, Bodega Ridge is a 22-acre property located at the north end of Galiano Island. With its close proximity to Vancouver and Victoria, Bodega Ridge is a destination venue without the hassle. Between the two properties, Bodega Ridge and Bodega Cove, there are 12 cabins, a lodge, outdoor and indoor dining areas, full service bar and in-house catering along with a spectacular wedding ceremony site. From intimate elopements to larger celebrations up to 150 guests, Bodega shines as a stunning backdrop to your I dos. High on a bluff overlooking Trincomali Channel, Bodega’s ceremony site is one of the most spectacular spots on the West Coast with panoramic ocean views and an epic backdrop of Vancouver Island’s mountains. Hosting your wedding at Bodega couldn’t be easier with the venue having virtually everything you need for your celebration on site, including furniture rentals, sound equipment, a large tent and catering services. Just hop on a ferry and escape to the ethereal setting of Bodega Ridge.
venue spaces
outside catering
accommodations
Indoor + Outdoor
No
No
seating capacity
outside alcohol
pet friendly
Up to 150 Seated
No
Yes
curfew
rentals included
coordinator required
1:00 a.m.
Tables, Chairs, Linens, China, Sound
Optional
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introducing
Q & A with
The Good Party By: Erin Mitschele
What is your favorite part of the job? I absolutely love weddings and events that challenge my creative mind, relational skills, and problem solving abilities. I am always on the lookout for couples who have picked a venue that’s going to be a challenge; whether it’s a forest, a mountain top, or a back garden. I love a good tenting challenge and clients who come to us wanting to do something that I’ve never done before really gives me an opportunity to flex my planning muscles! Do you have a favorite tool of the trade? A super long tape measure, it’s so geeky but that thing always comes in handy on site visits. Where do you come up with your ideas? First and foremost, our couples - their stories as individuals as well as their favourite things - fav restaurant, coffee shop, pets, hikes, vacation spots, etc. always come into play when we are designing their wedding day. Another huge area of inspiration for our team is the beauty that surrounds us here on Vancou- ver Island! We love getting inspired by the West Coast elements and incorpo- rating these elements into our designs. Whether it’s on a hike, motorcycle ride, or simply a dog walk in the neighbourhood, there’s so much seasonal beauty here that it’s easy to get inspired simply by being in nature! What is one thing you wish you could educate your clients on? Enjoy the process! Planning a wedding is supposed to be a joyful and fun experience. I love to recommend that before you really start the planning process, make a date to simply just talk about your dreams and wishes for the day. What do you want to remember from the day, what’s most important to the two of you, and how can you celebration your love for each other with your friends and family by creating a unique event. Once you’ve figured out what’s most important to you two then use that list to come back to throughout the planning process so when you come to the hard decisions you know you are making choices with those key things in mind! What is your dream creation? I would absolutely love to work on a music festival inspired wedding weekend. Think an open field on one of the Coast’s Gulf Island full of bell tents, a stage with awesome music from dawn to dusk, and a late night dance party complete with fireworks! What is your most embarrassing moment? I walked into a very (very!) clean glass window at a venue while we were on site for a corporate event in December. I definitely didn’t even realize it wasa window and I tried to walk right through it and ended up with a pretty big goose head on my forehead. Luckily the clients hadn’t arrived yet, but my assis- tant Marley is still laughing about it!
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