Wedding Stress Relief

So  you’re getting married and want some beautiful pictures of the day, but you’re out of ideas as to where to go? We’ve got a few suggestions. Here you will find their names contact information, and some pictures to entice you. Call in advance to verify fees and information, as information is subject to change without notice.

Mississauga City Hall

Beautifully landscaped venue for your wedding photographs. Permit required for indoor photos, but not outdoor ones. Fees are $89 for each hour before January ’07, and 89$ per 1.5 hours after January.

300 City Centre Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
Tel: 905.615.4100

Butterfly Conservatory

For over 60 years, the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens have been delighting visitors from around the globe with 100 acres of dazzling manicured gardens and arbora. No permit required for wedding photos. Note: No photos allowed inside Butterfly Conservatory.

9 km north of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls off the Niagara Parkway
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Tel: 905.371.0254/877.642.7275
Fax: 905.356.8448

Old Davis Tannery

Indoor venue giving the perfect backdrop for your wedding photographs. Permits are $90 in advance and $120 if booked on the day of your wedding (including GST, full day permit).

465 Davis Drive, Suite 119
Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 2P1
Tel: 905.895.6833

Kariya Park

Japanese garden in the heart of Mississauga. All group photography occurring between Friday and Sunday afternoons must reserve and pay a fee of $90 to obtain a park permit. A permit reserves a 90-minute block of time after January ’07.

Kariya Drive just south of Burnhamthorpe Road
Mississauga, Ontario
Tel: 905.896.5384
Fax: 905.896.5508

Oakes Garden Theatre

Based on Greek amphitheatres of the past, Oakes Garden Theatre is a perfect blending of architecture and horticulture. This art nouveau structure was built in 1937 as an outdoor stage with both Falls serving as a backdrop. No permit required.

At the front of Clifton Hill
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Tel: 905.371.0254/877.642.7275
Fax: 905.356.8448

University of Toronto

Photos are allowed on the campus on weekends and holidays. The permits are given hourly for $120 including GST. For University of Toronto students, alumni and employees the fee is $60 with ID. Applies only to outdoor shots. For more information contact Rose Stina.

Call for Campus locations
Tel: 416.978.5581/416.978.2187

Kleinburg Railway Staiton

Features a unique collection of architectural constructs in a waterfront garden setting on Lake Ontario. Ask for Nelly or Heather.
south side of Guildwood Parkway between Morningside Avenue and Kingston Road

Scarborough, Ontario
Tel. 416.392.8188

Fantasy Fair

Imagine the excitement of a turn-of-the-century Victorian town complete with a dazzling array of rides and attractions for kids of all ages! $60 fee for registration applies. Rides may be reserved for $60 for 15 minutes ($150 for 3 rides).

Woodbine Mall, 500 Rexdale Boulevard
Etobicoke, Ontario, M9W 6K5
Tel: 416.674.5437
Fax: 416.674.8684

Gairloch Gardens

Located in the heart of North York. Photo permits are $12.25 an hour. Bookings should be made at least 2 weeks prior to the date.
North-west corner of Yonge and Park Home Avenue
North York, Ontario
Tel: 416.392.8188

North York Rose Garden

A former Estate garden featuring perennials and roses on the uplands and wildflowers, rhododendrons and an extensive rockery in the valley. Ask for Nelly or Heather.
South west corner of Leslie Street and Lawrence Avenue East
North York, Ontario

Tel. 416.392.8188

Chinguacousy Park

No permits required for outside photos. Greenhouse may be booked for $100/hour (up to 10 people, $125/hour if non-resident). Chapel also available for $100/hour (seating 30 people, $125/hour if non-resident)

Corner of Queen & Bramalea
Brampton, Ontario
Tel: 905.458.6555

Allan Gardens

Indoor photo venue perfect for any kind of weather condition on your wedding day. Admission is free. Photo permits are $40 for an hour (up to 12 people per group).

South side of Carleton between Jarvis & Sherbourne Streets
Toronto, Ontario
Tel: 416.392.7288

Queen Victoria Park

Amongst the majestic trees and beautifully manicured lawns you will find the splendour of rose gardens, carpet bedding, rock gardens, perennial borders and annual beds. No permit required for wedding photos.

Adjacent to the Canadian Horseshoe Falls
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Tel: 905.371.0254 / 877.642.7275
Fax: 905.356.8448

The McMichael Grounds

The gallery is nestled on 100 acres of land overlooking the East Humber River Valley. Two hour permits are $125. No pictures after 5pm.

10365 Islington Avenue
Kleinburg, Ontario, L0J 1C0
Tel: 905.893.0344 ext 273
Fax: 905.893.2588

Victoria Park

Beautifully landscaped park located minutes from downtown Kitchener. No photo permit required.

Park Street between Victoria & Queen’s Boulevard
Kitchener, Ontario

Rockway Gardens

Beautifully landscaped park located minutes from downtown Kitchener. No photo permit required.

Along King Street between Highway 86 and Ottawa Street, Kitchener, Ontario

High Park

High Park is a large and varied natural area encompassing a pond, wooded areas, trails, open picnic areas and various recreational facilities. Permits are $40 for an hour. No limits on group size. Note: No pictures may be taken in the Hillside flower garden area.

Keele & Bloor
Toronto, Ontario
Tel: 416.392.8188
Fax: 416.392.3355

Sunnyside Park

This park is located along Lake Ontario between Etobicoke and downtown Toronto. Featuring wooded areas, beaches and a boardwalk. Permits are $40 for an hour and allow for groups up to 20 people.

Lakeshore & Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, Ontario
Tel: 416.392.8188

Casa Loma

Whether planning a gala dinner, a cocktail party or a wedding ceremony and reception, Casa Loma provides the perfect setting for an evening you will never forget. Enjoy the exclusive use of three charming main floor rooms.

1 Austin Terrace
Toronto, Ontario, M5R 1X8
Tel: 416.923.1171 ext 213 email
Fax: 416.923.0412

Royal Botanical Gardens

The colourful array of blooms is a beautiful backdrop for your wedding photography. Our gardens are available from April to October for $80 (up to 20 people). Ceremony and reception facilities also available.

680 Plains Road West, Burlington, Ontario L7T 4H4
Tel: 905.527.1158 ext 0
Fax: 905.577.0375

Gage Park

Located in downtown Brampton accross from City Hall. Permits are $52/day. Wedding ceremony facilities for $117/hour including Gazebo and 80 chairs. For more information contact Sharon L. Loggie.

Corner of Main & Wellington
Brampton, Ontario
Tel: 905.874.2133
Fax: 905.874.2119

Old Mill

A Toronto landmark for special occasions and memorable events.

21 Old Mill Road
Toronto, Ontario, M8X 1G5
Tel: 416.236.2641 email
Fax: 416.236.2749

Guild Inn Gardens

Located atop the Scarborough Bluffs, the Guild Inn sits amid 90 acres of forest, gardens, lawns and woodland trails. An impressive collection of historic architecture and sculpture dots the landscape. Permits are $100 for 2 hours.

201 Guildwood Parkway
Scarborough, Ontario, M1E 1P6
Tel: 416.392.8186