Wedding in the Park Guidelines

Wedding in the Park Guidelines - The Niagara Parks Commission administers and maintains over 1,723 hectares (4,250 acres) of parkland along the Niagara River Corridor.

These parklands include parks and picnic areas, historical and archaeological sites, golf courses, a marina, restaurants, gift shops, attractions, a horticulture school and kilometres of recreational trails and scenic drives.

Six areas under the jurisdiction of The Niagara Parks Commission have been reserved for wedding ceremonies.

BOOKING PROCEDURE AND GUIDELINES REGARDING WEDDINGS ON NPC PROPERT

A wedding location will be confirmed upon receipt of payment. This payment is non refundable. The Niagara Parks Commission is providing the location only - other arrangements are your responsibility including a back-up location in case of rain.

The set up of tents, structures, etc., is permitted at designated areas in the Botanical Gardens. Permission in writing must be granted by the Niagara Parks Commission. For further information please call the number listed below.

If seating is desired, you are to make your own arrangements. Chairs are to be delivered, set up and removed during your two or three hour interval. Contact the number below for a service provider's list.

No loud speakers are permitted. If music is required it should be played on battery-operated equipment.

Alcoholic beverages are not allowed. Section 31, sub-section 2, of the Liquor Licence Act of Ontario reads: "No person shall consume liquor (alcohol) in any place other than a residence, or a premises in respect of which a licence or permit is issued."

It is the responsibility of your group to ensure the grounds are left clean for others.

The use of confetti, rice, bird seed or other materials in not permitted. The Niagara Parks Commission's General Release from Liability form must be signed before permission is granted to hold a wedding on NPC property.

RELIGIOUS CEREMONY

The Niagara Region Telephone Directory has a list of the local churches in the area. Please telephone the minister at the church (denomination) of your choice directly to confirm costs and details of your wedding ceremony. Please direct enquiries to:

weddings@niagaraparks.com

1-877-642-7275 press 2 then 3

Fax (905) 356-8448