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Gary Dockendorff JP is a wedding officiant based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The celebrant believes that a wedding is a unique event that should reflect a couple's special love for one another. Gary strives to personalize each ceremony so that the newlyweds may look back on it fondly in years to come.

Services Offered

Gary Dockendorff JP takes a flexible approach to every wedding ceremony. Couples are welcome to write their own vows or they may combine the traditional exchange of rings with modern messages of love. The celebrant guides the pair through the entire process, regardless if they choose a simple wedding, a rose ceremony or a unity candle ceremony. For couples blending families through marriage, Gary will place special recognition on their kin so that they may feel part of the ritual too. Gary Dockendorff JP offers officiant services throughout Nova Scotia, so couples have countless options when choosing their wedding location. The newlyweds will also receive a personalized printed booklet from the ceremony. This keepsake acts as a beautiful reminder to couples of the love that brought them together on their wedding day.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Civil union
Interfaith ceremony
Non-religious
Vow renewal
Ceremony rehearsal

What services do you provide?

Allow couple' own vows

What religious affiliations do you serve?

No denomination

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

30-60 mins.

What is the starting price for your wedding services?

$200

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$100
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Karla H. Sent on 30/10/2024
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Amazing justice of the peace

Gary is a jovial warmth on your big day all while remaining perfectly professional! A great justice of the peace, our guests commented on how fantastic he was and we agree! Book with him for your wedding :)
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Mary M. Sent on 08/07/2023
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Excellent service and friendly

Gary was kind and personable and gave us a nice memorable copy of our ceremony. He made us feel at ease, and was very professional. He is very good at what he does and is comfortable with different kinds of family arrangements!
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Meet the team

Gary Dockendorff Dockendorff
Gary Dockendorff Dockendorff
Justice of the Peace

1981 - Appointed Commissioner of the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia
1987 - Appointed Justice of the Peace for the Province of Nova Scotia
Gary has been an Arbitrator with the Better Business Bureau since 1984 and a CAMVAP Arbitrator since its inception in 1994.

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2146 Robie St B3K 4M5 Halifax (Nova Scotia)

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