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On WeddingWire since 2019

Last update: March 2024

Ceremonies with Jaya is a professional wedding officiant service located in Etobicoke, Ontario. Jaya Karsemeyer Bone, the founder of the company, is deeply passionate about the coordination of wedding ceremonies and will strive to ensure each couple’s genuine satisfaction. She will focus on the finer details, prioritizing the creation of a tailored experience that will leave a lasting impression upon clients and their wedding guests. Jaya will put her clients at ease from the very first consultation, securing their trust and making them feel as comfortable as possible.

Services Offered

Jaya will get to know each soon-to-be-newlywed on a personal level, developing an understanding of their individual style and tastes. She services a wide spectrum of wedding events including ceremony rehearsals, vow renewals, civil unions, and interfaith ceremonies. Jaya also allows couples to perform their own vows during their celebration, ensuring that their genuine personalities are represented as they pronounce their love for another. Jaya serves an array of religious affiliations such as Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, and Agnostic clients.

Frequently asked questions

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Civil union
Single religion
Interfaith ceremony
Non-religious
Vow renewal
Ceremony rehearsal

What services do you provide?

Licensed
Allow couple' own vows

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Baha'i faith
Buddhist
Catholic
Quaker
Earth-based
Islam
Jewish
Pagan

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$380

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$125

If you offer pre-marital counseling, what is the starting price for (per session)?

$60
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Reviews for Ceremonies with Jaya

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Sarah
Sarah W. Sent on 29/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Jaya went above and beyond to make our day extra special

Jaya was the perfect officiant for our small vow ceremony, and she made our day extra special. From start to finish, we received exceptional service. The ceremony wording was beautifully crafted, setting the perfect tone for the evening ahead. Jaya's positive and calm energy was very grounding and helped ensure things flowed well. Her willingness to assist with setting up the space and coordinating photos was above and beyond what we expected. Our day exceeded all expectations, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Highly recommend to anyone seeking a a special ceremony! Thank you, Jaya!
Neetha
Neetha Sent on 11/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Supportive, Inclusive and Fun Officiant!

From the moment we met Jaya, we knew she was the perfect person to unite us on our special day. Her support and guidance were invaluable, and she went above and beyond by sharing additional tips to help us plan our ceremony. We're grateful to have had such a vibrant officiant like Jaya be a part of our wedding. Her presence, dressed to fit right into our community, added to the joy of the day.

Our guests had nothing but praise for Jaya, which speaks volumes about her ability to shine even on a bustling wedding day. With Jaya, you can count on dedicated effort and guidance to ensure your celebration is absolutely perfect.
Richard
Richard V. Sent on 08/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Backyard Nuptials

Jaya was everything we needed on our special day! Made us feel incredibly comfortable and her experience and knowledge just made the whole experience even more beautiful!
Thrinayana
Thrinayana K. Sent on 19/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful experience

Jaya was very helpful with each detail from the beginning. She has a very calm but cheerful voice and I loved having her as our officiant
Meghan
Meghan R. Sent on 04/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Officiant!

Jaya officiated our wedding on Saturday. She was everything we wanted and more! As soon as we met her, we knew there was no need to meet with any other potential officiant. She gave us her ceremony script in advance and we were able to make little tweaks to ensure the ceremony best reflected us as a couple. Jaya embraced all of our requested changes. On the day, she was punctual and a calming presence. Her delivery during the ceremony was warm and understated. Highly recommend her to anyone getting married in Toronto!
Ravi
Ravi J. Sent on 14/09/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Jaya is caring, supportive, and genuine

We were so incredibly grateful for Jaya's officiating— she made us feel comfortable and worked with us to create a marriage ceremony that worked for us. She adapted to multiple traditions and beliefs and helped create a climate of inclusion, respect, and love. Thank you Jaya!
Caitlin
Caitlin K. Sent on 29/08/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Social Distance Ceremony

Jaya was INCREDIBLE to work with. She was very flexible and accommodated everything that came with planning a wedding during Covid-19. From our first virtual meeting, I knew she was the perfect fit for us. Not only was the ceremony beautifully written, she delivered them with warmth and style on the day. She ensured everything was in order for social distancing and came prepared with an adorable mask for the signing. I couldn’t recommend working with Jaya more!
Chayan
Chayan S. Sent on 14/01/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Such a warm and passionate officiant!

Jaya was an absolute joy to talk to and work with. She had such a friendly and clear voice and spoke with the passion that you would hope someone marrying you would. She was sweet, eloquent, and warm, and truly matched the vibe of the wedding.
Tasha
Tasha Sent on 13/01/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Pleasure to work with

Jaya Is a glowing soul. Calming, joyous and a true professional. We loved all encounters we had with her. The ceremony was simple, to the point and memorable. A pleasure to work with!
Salima
Salima R. Sent on 12/01/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Officiant!

Jaya's professionalism, care and dedication shines through her work has an officiant. I felt grounded and taken care of... I had an August downtown Toronto wedding. Jaya led the rehearsal which was on a Thursday at 4pm. I had a large bridal party of over 14 of us. She organized the groomsmen, bridesmaids and flower girl and young ring bearers. I was able to get all my nerves out during rehearsal which meant I was in the moment for our Saturday wedding. Jaya stayed and mingled after rehearsal as well. It was really special that she made the time to marry us. She even asked one of the groomsmen to be in charge of the marriage license so it was one less thing for the girls to do and for bride and groom to remember. Jaya made herself available months in advance of the wedding. Her preperation of the order of ceremony even helped my wedding planner and my parents know what's going on. I am very grateful for everything Jaya did as I am certain she went above and beyond.
Love,
Sally
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Meet the team

Jaya Karsemeyer Bone
Jaya Karsemeyer Bone
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Hello! It is a such a privilege to get to work with couples in preparation for their wedding, and on their special day. My skill and background prepare me uniquely to ensure that your ceremony goes off without a hitch--that said, that doesn't mean "exactly as planned"! For all the planning and details, a wedding is an event with a lot of moving parts. My background in film and theatre acting equip me with the skills to be flexible and respond to whatever may arise. I am a classroom teacher of dance and drama, and a mom of two (Johanna is 6, Clayton is 4!), so having a lot of things on the go is familiar to me. When we meet I will assure you that calm, centered celebration is possible--and that your day can rise to the height of the love you feel in your heart.

Prior to officiating weddings I studied English Literature at Queen's University in Kingston, ON and Herstmonceux, UK. I have my Master's in Education from York University with a focus on Urban Aboriginal Education. My B.Ed. is also from Queen's, as part of their Artist in Community Education program. I have published as a journalist and poet, and performed as a dancer and actor since childhood. Trivia tidbit: I was one of Drake's Stand-Ins on Degrassi: The Next Generation. I love being in nature and walking the ravines of Toronto. I went to school in Toronto: Gabriel Roy, Rawlinson, Horizon Alternative, Etobicoke School for the Arts, Northern SS and City School Alternative. I also lived in Truro, NS for my grade six year, in 1990.

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