Who Am I?
Kristen Santiago
What Makes Me Tick?
Personal
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I have the best partner (in life and in business) I could ever ask for and we finally made it official and got married in 2019!
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We have a new baby boy that joined our family in March.2023, an amazing, sweet and sensitive 5 year old daughter, a curious 2 year old daughter, a 12 year old daughter and a 23 year old son.
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I come from a small but supportive family and grew up in Stoney Creek Ontario.
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I believe in healthy body, healthy mind and always make exercise a priority.
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I believe in love, ceremony and the joy I get watching two people stand up in front of their family and friends and vow to love the person across from them for the rest of their lives.
Professional
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My first job was a kitchen hand at a catering company, that's where I first fell in love with weddings. I started as a 14 year old girl behind the scenes and by the time I was 18 I was serving the head table and taking care of the wedding party.
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I have remained in the hospitality industry for the past 24 years and currently manage a Starbucks..
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I take pride in writing and delivering the best ceremony for each couple. The ceremony should reflect who the couple is and engage their family and friends so they really feel like a part of the special day.
Passionate
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I love my amazing family with all my heart.
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I love to see and explore new places. I have traveled to 12 countries and will continue to knock more off my bucket list!
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I love to cook and try new recipes.
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I love hiking and being outdoors.
Karl Santiago
Who Am I?
What Makes Me Tick?
Personal
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In 2019 I married my best friend! We had a 12 year friendship and we finally got it together.
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I grew up in Toronto and Mississauga but have called Hamilton home for the last 15 years.
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I work out 5 days a week to maintain my health and my sanity.
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I believe that love can conquer all and that when two people are meant to be together, the world will find a way to bring them together.
Professional
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My first job was a line cook for Montana's Cookhouse. I loved the people and the company and stayed there for 12 years managing multiple locations.
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I am currently in the financial service industry. I consider myself lucky to be able to help families and couples reach their financial goals and achieve financial independence
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Officiating weddings gives me a chance to connect with people and to be part of one of the most memorable days of their lives.
Family Man
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I have 3 amazing daughters and a stepson that has been in my life for the past 15 years.
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I come from a very large family and some of my favourite childhood memories were the huge family get togethers with all our cousins.
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I love travelling and have plans to make it a priority for my children to see the world.
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I love working from home because it has given me more time with my family.
Who Am I?
What Makes Me Tick?
Personal
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In 2019 I married my best friend! We had a 12 year friendship and we finally got it together.
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I grew up in Toronto and Mississauga but have called Hamilton home for the last 15 years.
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I work out 5 days a week to maintain my health and my sanity.
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I believe that love can conquer all and that when two people are meant to be together, the world will always find a way to bring them together.
Professional
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My first job was a line cook for Montana's Cookhouse. I loved the people and the company and stayed there for 12 years managing multiple locations.
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I am currently in the financial service industry. I consider myself lucky to be able to help families and couples reach their financial goals and achieve financial independence
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Officiating weddings gives me a chance to connect with people and to be part of one of the most memorable days of their lives.
Family Man
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I have 3 amazing daughters a new baby boy and a stepson that has been in my life for the past 18 years.
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I come from a very large family and some of my favourite childhood memories were the huge family get togethers with all our cousins.
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I love travelling and have plans to make it a priority for my children to see the world.
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I love working from home because it has given me more time with my family.
KJ Santiago
Services We Provide
Planning Experts
Personalized Wedding Ceremony $400
Elopements $300 - Less than 10 people in attendance.
(Elopement rate available anytime during off season. Weekdays only April-November)
Stunning and Memorable
Free Initial Consultation - By phone, zoom, or in person.
Our consultation will take under a half an hour, giving you the opportunity to get to know us and see if we are the right fit for you while we discuss your big day
We will familiarize you with the legal aspects and creative possibilities of how we can personalize your ceremony.
Each ceremony is written and personalized with the couple's love story and relationship as the main focus.
Couples receive their personalized ceremony one month prior to their wedding date to review and edit.
Couples are welcome to write their own vows, and we provide guidance to help create meaningful, memorable promises to each other.
If writing personalized vows is not for you, no problem!! We can create vows that include everything you want to bring to your marriage.
This day is all about you, and your ceremony should be too!!!
CEREMONY RESOURCES – We can provide a variety of resources for vows, special readings, as well as guidance for any ceremonial special elements - Sand Ceremony, Handfasting (Tying the Knot), Unity Candle Lighting, Love Letter Box Ceremony, Shot Ceremony.
BOOKING – We book approximately 6 months - 2 years in advance so A $50 non-refundable deposit confirms your booking and secures your date.
Travel Fee - Included within our service region.
Reasonable Flat Rate for anywhere outside our service area - Will be discussed on an individual basis.
Rehearsals - $100 - Subject to availability
Although we personally do not need to rehearse, we are available for the couple who is looking for a little extra confidence on their wedding day.
On Your Wedding Day
Lively and Fun
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CEREMONY – On your wedding day we arrive 30 minutes before the ceremony and coordinate with your wedding planner, musicians, DJ, readers, and wedding party to ensure everyone is on the same page.
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REGISTRATION – We will register your marriage license and archive your registry.
Vow Renewal or Symbolic Ceremony $250
I Still Do!
Many couples today are recommitting their love for one another by renewing their vows.
Often the event is very informal and incredibly romantic.
Surprise your loved one on your anniversary with a romantic renewal of vows.
Recommit yourself to each other in front of your family and friends.
Devoted to Satisfaction
Hear from Our Customers
THANK YOU for doing such an amazing job with out ceremony! Our guests loved it and we were happy with the entire process! We're sorry you couldn't stay for dinner but we will refer you to all our friends!!
Our ceremony was EVERYTHING!!! Thank you so much! Our guests couldn't believe that we found you on google and that you weren't a close friend of ours.
Thank you for putting us at ease, and creating a ceremony that felt like us!
Rated in the TOP 3 wedding officiants in Hamilton Ontario 5 years running.
Nominated as one of the Best Professional Wedding Services in Hamilton.
-Hamilton Spectator Readers' Choice Awards.
Such a professional and personalized experience. I really loved having Kristen as our officiant. She contributed to the wonderful spirit of the day, executing the ceremony with poise and hints of comedy; exactly what we wanted.
Thank you for being such a joy to work with! From the moment we met you, you put us at ease and we can't thank you enough for putting together the ceremony of our dreams. We would recommend your services based on your personality alone!!
"Measure your life in love"