Wedding

Getting married in the Canadian Rockies doesn’t have to come with a huge price tag. While a traditional wedding in Banff or Canmore can easily run into the tens of thousands of dollars, Shotgun Wedding has spent over 16 years proving that a mountain ceremony can be both breathtaking and genuinely affordable. We’re proud to…

Getting legally married in Alberta is simpler than most couples expect. Here’s a plain-language breakdown of everything you need to do — before and after the ceremony. Licence vs. Certificate — What’s the Difference? These two documents are easy to mix up, so let’s clear it up right away. Your marriage licence is what you bring to…

By Shotgun Wedding | Alberta Elopement Specialists Let’s be honest with you. Lake Louise is one of the most breathtaking places on the planet. That impossible turquoise water. The Victoria Glacier draped across the horizon. The towering peaks that make you feel genuinely small in the best possible way. We get it. We’ve stood at…

The Canadian Rockies are calling. Here’s why you should answer. You’ve been engaged for three months. The spreadsheet has 47 rows. Your mom wants the salmon, his mom wants the chicken, and somehow the flower budget alone has ballooned to $4,000. Sound familiar? Here’s a question nobody in the wedding industry wants you to ask:…

When couples dream of skipping the chaos of a traditional wedding and saying “I do” on their own terms, one name keeps coming up across Canada: Shotgun Wedding. From the rugged view of Moraine Lake to the sweeping openness of Tunnel Mountain, Shotgun Wedding has become the go-to elopement company for Canadian couples who want…

Changing Your Name in Canada After Marriage Decided to take your spouse’s name — or blend your two names together? Here’s a straightforward guide to making it official across Canada. The basics In most provinces, your legal name (as it appears on your birth certificate) stays the same — but you can begin using your…

Why Every Banff and Moraine Lake Couple Needs a Wedding Shuttle (and Why Ours Is Built for It) You picked the mountains for a reason. The drama, the scale, the way the light hits the peaks at golden hour — it’s the kind of backdrop you don’t get anywhere else in Canada. But here’s the…

Why Cheap Weddings Are Actually Awesome (Yes, Really) Let’s get this out of the way: a meaningful wedding does not require a massive budget. Somewhere along the line, weddings picked up the idea that “more expensive” automatically means “more special.” Bigger venues, bigger florals, bigger guest lists, greater stress. But here’s the truth that couples…

How many times have you been a bridesmaid and been told by the bride that “you’ll wear it again,” when she picks out your dress? All you have to do is shorten/lengthen/dye it/cut the sleeves/take off the bow….etc etc. Or do you have that old wedding dress sitting in your closest/basement/garage/garbage bag and wonder what…

.925 Sterling Silver Jewellery Are you wanting to find the perfect wedding gifts for you and your guests? Shotgun Wedding has you covered. We have custom-designed .925 sterling silver jewelry that features “your mountain.” These timeless pieces are perfect for your spouse, wedding party or guests. We’ve taken extra care to design them with our…

The beauty of coming to Banff for your wedding is that it’s a vacation, honeymoon and adventure all wrapped into one. There are never-ending options for things for you and your guests to experience while in Banff National Park. We LOVE the Lake Minnewanka Boat Cruise and encourage you to check it out if your…