About Me

You may wish to know a little about me so here it goes!

As you may have guessed after viewing parts of this website, I am professional celebrant, trained and certified by the United Kingdom Society of Celebrants with an advanced celebrant training qualification from Choice Celebrant Training; both entities are headquartered in England. I am also a marriage officiant licensed by the Province of Ontario.

As a certified celebrant, I am a creative ceremonialist with an understanding of the cultural and emotional nuances of different ceremonies.

My primary role as a celebrant is to facilitate, create, write and lead ceremonies and rituals. This may include weddings, handfastings,  vow renewals, commitment ceremonies and celebrations of life.  My goal is to design a meaningful and memorable experience that honours the occasion and the individuals involved.

One of the key aspects of my role as a celebrant is customization. I work closely with my clients (as they wish) to understand their desires, values, and beliefs, then tailor the ceremony accordingly. This may involve customizing or custom-writing the ceremony, assisting with personalized vows, selecting readings, and incorporating symbolic rituals or cultural traditions.

I also have the privilege of often working with diverse groups of people, providing cultural sensitivity and respect for different traditions and beliefs by accommodating my clients’ needs.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of helping people mark significant life events with personalized and meaningful ceremonies, making a positive impact on their lives and the communities I serve.

On a personal note, I was born and educated in Manchester, England and consequently an avid fan of Manchester United – my first love!  However, I have lived in Durham Region with my family for more than 29 years and before that in the hub of Toronto. 

I am also passionate about animals, particularly dogs and currently own a rescued German Shorthaired Pointer dog at around 12 years old named Casey.

Photo credit Dan Berger Photography taken in the beautiful mansion at the historic Parkwood Estate in Oshawa.