Wade Lifton he/him
Get to know Vancouver Island wedding officiant Wade Lifton.
Vancouver Island, BC
*Not currently booking weddings*
I’ve led ceremonies deep in the backwoods, at a downtown restaurant, in the centre of a labyrinth, on snowshoes, and in many other places. Each wedding ceremony is a unique shared discovery in how to best celebrate your love with your community.
As a wedding officiant, I enjoy adapting to the vibe and needs of each gathering – bringing playful joy or grounding calm to your ceremony, as needed. I want to help you find the words to describe the partnership that has grown into the centre of your life.
I would be thrilled to connect, hear your story, and explore how to best express who you are, individually and together, on your wedding day. Let’s design a ceremony that is not only a beautiful gathering, but a touchstone for you two to return to throughout the unfolding chapters of your life together.
Wade's Story
The first wedding I ever officiated was for my brother and sister-in-law on a tiny bridge over a pond. That’s when I discovered the deep privilege of holding space for the joy and intimacy that happens during a wedding ceremony.
When I’m not officiating weddings, I provide spiritual support for people in healthcare settings. I’m a minister with the United Church, lead retreats, and provide spiritual accompaniment training. All my work centres around cherishing people through the joys and challenges of life.
Outside of work, I prioritize time with friends, who may be trees, animals, or human animals. Dark chocolate is usually close at hand and spontaneous dancing is always a possibility. I like to think I move naturally between the depths and ridiculousness of life.
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