Licences and Services
Marriage Licences – Provincial Marriage Portal
For further inquiries, please contact Bobbi McCann, 613-257-6215 or Stacey Blair, 613-257-6212.
Please visit the Online Marriage Licence Application page for Marriage Licence Applications.
Civil Marriage Ceremonies in Carleton Place
The Town of Carleton Place offers onsite and offsite civil marriage ceremonies, performed by experienced wedding officiants. Whether you’re looking for an intimate ceremony at Town Hall, a beautiful outdoor setting in Town Hall Square Park, or a personalized ceremony at a location of your choice, we are here to help make your special day memorable.
Onsite Civil Ceremonies
Locations:
- Carleton Place Town Hall (indoors)
- Town Hall Square Park (outdoors)
Ceremony Fee: $400 (flat rate, regardless of location)
Venue Rental Fees:
Carleton Place Residents:
- Town Hall: $68.25
- Town Hall Square Park: $57.25
Non-Residents:
- Town Hall: $102.75
- Town Hall Square Park: $90.25
$100 deposit required to reserve your ceremony date. This will be deducted from the final fee.
Offsite Civil Ceremonies
We offer offsite ceremonies at a location of your choice within the general Carleton Place area.
- Fee: $400 (flat rate)
- Additional costs: Mileage fees may apply depending on the location.
Important Information
- Marriage Licence: A valid Ontario marriage licence is required. You can obtain one from any municipality in Ontario. Marriage licence applications can be booked online through the Town’s website.
- Witnesses: The couple must have two witnesses present at the ceremony. If needed, the Town can assist in locating witnesses.
- Ceremony Availability:
- Weekday evenings
- Friday afternoons
- Weekends (any time)
Registration & Marriage Certificate:
- After the ceremony, the officiant will mail the signed marriage licence to the Office of the Registrar General.
- It takes approximately 8-10 weeks for the marriage to be registered.
- Once registered, couples can apply for their official Marriage Certificate through Service Ontario.
For more details, or to book your ceremony, please contact: Stacey Blair, Clerk
Salesperson’s Licence
The Town of Carleton Place requires by law that every person who sells goods, wares or merchandise door to door or at a particular place obtains a salesperson’s license. For further information on the Salesperson’s License, you may contact Bobbi McCann at 613-257-6215. Please allow at least two business days in order for staff to process your application.
Refreshment Vehicle Licenses
In order to operate a mobile chip wagon, canteen truck or refreshment cart a license must be obtained from the municipality. Along with an application, the operator must obtain written approvals from the local health unit, fire department as well as adequate insurance. If it is a located wagon, a letter of permission from the property owner is required, as well as site plan approval from Council. Various fees apply. Contact Bobbi McCann at 613-257-6215.
Taxi Licenses
The Town of Carleton Place issues taxi licenses to both the operator of the business and to individual drivers. The licenses, issued annually, are valid until January 31st of each year. Currently an Operator’s License is $100.00 while a Driver’s License is $30.00
Applicants are required to complete an application form with supporting documentation and to submit the required fee. A separate background check and fee must be obtained from the police and paid prior to the issuance of a license. Further information may be obtained by contacting Bobbi McCann at 613-257-6215. Please allow at least two business days in order for staff to process your application
Lottery Licenses
To legally sell of raffle or break open lottery tickets, a lottery licence must be obtained from the Town. The cost of a license is 3% of the total value of the prize offered.
For further information, please contact Bobbi McCann, Clerk’s Assistant at 613-257-6215. Please allow at least two business days for staff to process your application.
Dog and/or Cat License
Residents are reminded that under By-law 25-2005 every dog or cat owner is required to register their animals. For cats, it is a one-time registration. Dog owners are required to purchase an annual license (sometimes referred to as dog tag) for each dog. These requirements are in place to assist the animal control officers in ensuring that any lost, injured or stray animals can be returned to their owners.
Licenses can be purchased in-person at Town Hall during regular business hours.
Licensing Your Pet Just Got Easier
Starting January 1st, 2025, the Town of Carleton Place is introducing enhanced pet licensing services through our Carleton Place Online portal. We’ve improved our dog licensing system to provide better value for pet owners – dog licenses will now last a full 12 months from the date of purchase, rather than expiring at the end of the calendar year. All dog licenses will be available at a flat rate of $25.
Cat owners can also register their feline friends through the same convenient online system. Cat licenses are valid for the lifetime of your pet, with fees of $25 for spayed/neutered cats and $70 for non-spayed/neutered cats.
Watch for the launch of these new services on Carleton Place Online in the new year. Keep your furry family members properly licensed and help us maintain a safe, responsible pet community.