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Kristen & KJ Santiago
Wedding Officiants
Love Is All You Need.
Welcome!
We Are So Glad You're Here!
We're not just officiants - we're storytellers, hype people, and your calm in the chaos! Whether you are hiking to a mountaintop or standing barefoot in your backyard, we craft ceremonies that feel like you!
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Personal. Fun. Professional.
Ontario Based Husband and Wife
Wedding Officiant Team
Crafting Personalized Ceremonies For Couples in Love.
Why Do I Love Weddings?
Kristen Santiago
There is something incredibly special about standing with two people as they promise forever. Every couple has a story - sweet, hilarious, imperfect, real - and I consider it such a privilege to help bring that story to life in a way that feels meaningful to them!
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 very busy family, but always make time for our kids and each other.
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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 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 at a catering company in Hamilton, that's where I fell in love with weddings. I started as a 14 year old behind the scenes, plating food, 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.
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I take pride in writing and delivering the perfect wedding ceremony for each couple.
The ceremony should reflect who the couple is and engage their family and friends so they really feel like they were part of this incredible day.
Passionate
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I love my 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...or not cook and try a new restaurant!
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I love being outdoors. Hiking, camping, swimming the list is endless!!
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.
Why Do I Love Weddings?
Personal
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In 2019 I married my best friend! After a 12 year friendship/flirtationship, 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, nothing in the world can stop them from finding each other.
Professional
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My first job was a cook at Montana's Cookhouse.
I loved the people and the company and stayed there for 12 years managing multiple locations. -
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 -
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 2 sons.
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I come from a very large family and some of my favourite childhood memories are of the huge family get togethers with all of our cousins.
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I love travelling and it is a priority that our children see the world.
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I love working from home because it has given me more time with my young family.
I love the laughter, the nerves, the happy tears - and knowing that for a few beautiful minutes, I get to help create a moment they'll remember forever.
Whether we are at city hall, or paddle boarding on Lake Ontario I am here to make it feel warm, joyful and completely "YOU!"
KJ Santiago
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Services We Provide
Planning Experts
Personalized Wedding Ceremony $450
Elopements $350 (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, ask questions, tell us about your vision and see if we are the right fit for you!
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.
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BOOKING – We book anywhere from 2 weeks - 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.
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On Your Wedding Day
Lively and Fun
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.
REGISTRATION – We will register your marriage license and archive your registry after your wedding day
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.
Q-What If We Are Shy?
No Problem! Many couples feel that way! We can create a calm, comfortable place where you can just be yourselves.
Your ceremony doesn't have to be loud or showy to be beautiful and meaningful.
Q - Do you Travel?
We love to travel for weddings! We get to meet new people and see different venues!
There may be a small travel fee, but we are reasonable and only do flat rate fees (vs per km) once you hit over an hour of travel!
Q- How Far In Advance Should We Book?
I think booking your vendors is a lot like love, when you know you know! To ensure you get the vendors you truly want, I would book as soon as possible!
Q-Can We Write Our Vows?
Of course! We LOVE when a couple wants to write their own personal vows! We even offer assistance to get started! BUT If personal vows aren't for you, we can help you customize repeated vows so they still feel super personal!
Q-Will We See Our Ceremony Before the Wedding?
YES! Your feedback is so valuable! One month before the ceremony, you will get the first draft and then the editing process begins!
Q- Can We Meet You Before We Book
YES! We recommend meeting all your vendors to see if you are a great fit! These people are going to be a huge part of an unforgettable day, you want to like them!
FrequentlyAskedQuestions
Devoted to Satisfaction
Hear from Our Customers
**PERFECT 5 STAR RATING ON GOOGLE**
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.
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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"
