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Our Canada photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Manitoba, British Columbia, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Newfoundland and Labrador

Canada Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Canada - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Canada photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the happiness and closeness of your non-traditional, modern, casual, or at-home wedding.

By planning a simple Canada elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. With many couples feeling more comfortable and relaxed in intimate settings, it is not surprising that some of the most sincere and touching wedding photos are captured at smaller celebrations.

The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Canada documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The happy couple celebrated their small wedding by exiting the Town Hall with their arms raised after their civil ceremony
Ernie Savarese
The blushing bride and groom stand hand-in-hand outside in froResort Photography | bride and groom stand hand-in-hand outside in front of the officiantnt of their officiant, smiling lovingly as they exchange their wedding vows
Federica Ariemma
Outdoor wedding ceremony image from the woods | The bride and groom shared a laugh
Ambre Peyrotty

Canada Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Canada wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.

North America WPJA members are ready to document any small, justice of the peace, quick, or any other type of elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.

21 Canada Wedding Photographers...

BW studio portrait of adventure wedding photographer Eliza Slobodzian

Specializing in documentary wedding photography, Eliza Slobodzian expertly preserves heartfelt moments, infusing each image with genuine emotion.

Eliza Slobodzian

Cochrane in Alberta, CA
51
99
4000 (CAD)
Canada wedding and elopement photographer Esther Gibbons

Esther Gibbons is a traveling wedding photographer specializing in capturing real moments and natural portraits. With a down-to-earth approach and impeccable timing, she puts couples at ease and tells their unique love stories. Since 2009, she has photographed weddings of...

Esther Gibbons

Montreal in Quebec, CA
63
1
3
1
107
3600 (CAD)
Canada wedding and elopement photography by Lauren Hannah Garcia

With a documentary approach, Lauren Hannah Garcia, a seasoned Canadian wedding photographer, finds inspiration in the captivating energy and emotional moments that unfold during weddings, preserving the connections between couples, family, and friends.

Lauren Hannah Garcia

Edmonton in Alberta, CA
29
15
3300 (CAD)
Ottawa wedding photography by Kathi Robertson

Ottawa's own Kathi Robertson specializes in wedding photography, using a documentary approach to tell the couple's story through visually stunning images. With her unobtrusive style, Kathi captures moments of the big day, ensuring that the memories are preserved...

Kathi Robertson

Ottawa in Ontario, CA
20
1
2500 (CAD)
Kitchener, Ontario wedding and elopement photography by Lori-Anne Crewe - Canada WPJA

Lori-Anne Crewe, a Canada-based destination wedding photographer, has a long history of creative and inspiring occupations. With a journalistic style and a creative vision, she finds joy in capturing the beautiful moments of love at weddings.

Lori Anne Crewe

Ayr in Ontario, CA
30
1
16
275/hour (CAD)

Ben Benvie, a Toronto-based wedding photojournalist, excels in his ability to capture the moments with stunning detail. With his journalistic style, he records the emotions and passion of each event, while remaining unobtrusive. Clients depend on his expertise for their...

Ben Benvie

Toronto in Ontario, CA
43
2500 (CAD)
Ontario / Brampton wedding and elopement photography by Aniket Sananse of Canada

Aniket Sananse is an international traveling wedding photographer, specializing in wedding and elopement photography. He also covers photoshoots for newborns, families, and candid couple portraits. With a background in pharmacy, Aniket's passion for photography led him...

Aniket Sananse

Brampton in Ontario, CA
6
1
29
2000 (CAD)
Lifestyle portrait of wedding photographer Rick Collins of Love You Me Picture studio

As a seasoned wedding photojournalist, Rick Collins has spent two decades capturing the most beloved moments of couples' wedding days. With a keen eye, he ensures his work is unobtrusive, allowing him to capture authentic and candid moments that truly reflect the love...

Rick Collins

Victoria in British Columbia, CA
22
7
3600 (CAD)
Portrait of Mashal Asif, an Ontario Wedding Photographer of Canada

Mashal Asif

Toronto in Ontario, CA
8
2000 (CAD)
BW studio portrait of Vancouver wedding photographer Oscar Leo of the British Columbia, Canada WPJA

Vancouver wedding photographer Oscar Leo brings over a decade of experience from Paris, using journalistic and fashion photography to tell unique love stories authentically. Committed to capturing each couple's tale on their special day.

Oscar Leo

Vancouver in British Columbia, CA
3500 (CAD)
At-work portrait of wedding photographer Diego Moura

Diego Moura is a passionate and unconventional wedding photographer with an eye for capturing candid moments and creating unique compositions with light and shadows. He goes above and beyond to deliver stunning images that surpass expectations.

Diego Moura

Toronto in Ontario, CA
6
2800 (CAD)
Kingston wedding photography by Josh Sauer of the Ontario WPJA

Josh Sauer, Kingston wedding photographer, brings his background in street photography and the curiosity of people to capture the raw and creative vibe of weddings. With a passion for exploring and learning about people's lives, he embraces the opportunity to document...

Josh Sauer

Kingston in Ontario, CA
2650 (CAD)
Canada Wedding Reportage Photography by Colleen Johnson

Colleen Anne Johnson is an Ottawa-based wedding photographer with a photojournalistic approach, dedicated to capturing the emotions and moments that unfold between couples and their loved ones.

Colleen Johnson

Ottawa in Ontario, CA
1
2190 (CAD)
Lifestyle Portrait of Tommy Loska, a Destination Wedding Photographer

Tommy Loska is a wedding photographer from Beaujolais, France, specializing in portrait photography for 10+ years. With a degree in Multimedia from Puy en Velay, he has covered 60+ weddings across Auvergne Rhône-Alpes, France, Europe, and Quebec. Inspired by nature,...

Tommy Loska

Ecoche in Loire (42) , FR *Now booking Canada weddings.
6
17
2400 (EUR)
Adventure marriage images by Nicky Byrnes of Nemus Wedding Photography

Nicky Byrnes, an elopement photographer, is well-versed in documentary wedding photography with a lifelong passion for capturing moments. Armed with a photojournalism degree and recognized work in both print and online magazines, she brings a unique artistic perspective.

Nicky Byrnes

Carnelian Bay in California, US *Now booking Canada weddings.
48
1
7
3900 (USD)
Loic Nicoloso wedding photography in Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte, France

Loic Nicoloso is a destination wedding photographer with 15 years of experience. Growing up surrounded by photography, he specializes in capturing beautiful moments with a minimalistic and unobtrusive approach.

Loic Nicoloso

Paray le Monial in Saone-et-Loire (71) , FR *Now booking Canada weddings.
5
2
1590 (EUR)
Self-Portrait of Nicolas Bastien, a Marriage Photographer

Nicolas Bastien, a documentary wedding photographer, is driven by his love for travel and salted butter. He believes that travel can make us richer and embodies values of sharing, tolerance, and humility. His passion for photography lies in capturing the authentic moments...

Nicolas Bastien

Quimper in Finistere (29) , FR *Now booking Canada weddings.
4
3
950 (EUR)
Weddings by Chris Shum, Life Photographer

Chris Shum has been passionate about art since he was a young boy. At age 15, he received his first camera and has been the designated photographer ever since. Chris became a professional photographer in 2007 and provides beautiful, story-telling photography of destination...

Chris Shum

Sunnyvale in California, US *Now booking Canada weddings.
134
7
497
4500 (USD)

Prior to his photography career, Ron Storer raced on the US Cycling Team earning a Gold Medal in the Pan-Am Games and a Silver Medal in the Olympic Trials. His passion for capturing and preserving wedding moments motivates him to provide couples with unique and special...

Ron Storer

Auburn in Washington, US *Now booking Canada weddings.
74
9
78
2400 (USD)
Black and White Lifestyle Portrait of Maciej Bogusz, a Wedding Photographer of Papaya Wedding

Maciej Bogusz, a Polish wedding photographer in Costa Rica, specializes in wedding and elopement photography, also offering engagements and family photos. Inspired by his father's passion for photography, Maciej attended photography school in Poland before moving to...

Maciej Bogusz

Tamarindo in Guanacaste, CR *Now booking Canada weddings.
1850 (USD)
Luke Lin, a Wedding Photographer from LIFEVISIONSTUDIO

Luke Lin, a talented wedding photographer, specializes in creative engagement portraits of couples. He is known for his stunning work at beach locations, capturing the love and joy between couples. At LIFE VISION STUDIO, he continues to bring beautiful pre-wedding images to...

Luke Lin

Taichung City, TW *Now booking Canada weddings.
1
1700 (USD)

2 more photographers available for your wedding...

2300 Canadian Dollar

Ottawa, Ontario Wedding Photographer: W. Mike Lucy

Ottawa in Ontario, Canada

Passionate and personable photographer captures stunning moments

Mike has been working as a documentary photographer since his university days as the University Press Photo Editor, He has had a Leica in his hand since he first discovered...
300/hour Canadian Dollar

Toronto, Ontario Wedding Photography Studio: Percy Tong

Toronto in Ontario, Canada

Experienced Photographer Capturing Wedding Moments in Toronto

Canada-based wedding photojournalist offering specialized wedding, corporate and private photography services to our clients worldwide. I focus on capturing the important,...

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Canada Couples

Canada Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some Canada wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Canada marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Canada engagement portrait sessions with couples.

Be transported to the picturesque outdoors with this Banff wedding scene setter shot. Amidst towering mountains, a captivating outdoor ceremony captured by a talented WPJA photographer.
The bridal party embraces the elements in a beautiful outdoor setting. WPJA photographer captures the romance and natural beauty of a rainy day at Pomeroy Hotel in Canada.
Witness the reflective beauty of a Canadian wedding ceremony at Cochrane Ranch House through a captivating wide shot, expertly captured by a WPJA photographer.
An artistic portrait captured by a skilled WPJA photographer, as the engaged couple stands in a serene Ontario Trail Hub, bathed in natural light and a hint of added flash. They embrace lovingly, framed against a dark background.
A beautiful close-up of the ring exchange at Cambridge Mill, captured from a unique low angle, perfectly highlighting the couple’s hands sealing their vows.
At Paletta Lakefront Park in Burlington ON Canada, a couple poses for their engagement portrait. The wedding photographer captures them standing on the rock jetty, with the beautiful water as their backdrop. The couple shares a romantic dip.
An adventurous couple adds a touch of motion to their engagement session as they stroll at Minnewanka Lake in Banff, Canada.
Canmore, Alberta, Canada - The bridal party shares a heartfelt first look at the hotel on the bride's big day.
Intimate portrait of the bride and groom in a park setting in Calgary, Canada. Their gazes in opposite directions create a dynamic and timeless image.
At a wedding in Canmore, Alberta, a brave wedding party braved the blizzard conditions to walk on a snowy bridge, captured perfectly by an award-winning WPJA photographer.
An engagement portrait captures a couple deeply in love at Minnewanka Lake, Banff, Canada. Surrounded by towering trees, the low camera angle enhances the forest setting.
Breathtaking wedding ceremony captured in Golden, BC, Canada. Silhouetted bride and groom stand face to face, radiating love and joy on their special day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Canada wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your Canada wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Canada wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Canada photographers you see at the top of your search results page have recently won the most — and the most recent — contest awards. Our contests judge photographers based on their creativity, style, composure, and ability to capture the heart of any couple's story on their wedding day.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Canada wedding day?
A: While wedding photojournalists strive to capture candid moments on the wedding day, our photographers also are skilled artists who can compose powerful portraits. If you have a specific vision of what types of images you want from your wedding day, look at the top-ranked Canada wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Vows, Crowds, and Nerves: Avoid Stress with a Small Wedding
While some of us were fortunate enough to be born as extroverts, not everyone feels the same way. For a good chunk of the population, any number of the typical wedding day traditions can inspire anxiety and existential dread. This day is all about you, yes, but does that...Read more
What is a Modern Elopement?
WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT MEAN TO ELOPE? If you look up the definition of “elope” in the Merriam-Webster dictionary , you’ll find a plethora of meanings making it quite clear how polarizing the word has become, and how it has transformed and evolved with the passage of time and...Read more
Jola Mulder, of Overijssel, is a wedding photographer for
Bringing it Home: The Joys of a Backyard Wedding
Oftentimes when people are considering a venue for their weddings, they search for a location away from home, whether that be ten minutes or ten hours, all just to find what they already have: a place that holds meaning for them, that feels comfortable, or that they find...Read more

WPJA Communiqué: Viewpoints
Elopements: Traditional and Modern
The oldsters among the WPJA ranks no doubt remember when 'to elope' meant, in Merriam-Webster’s definition, “to run away secretly with the intention of getting married, usually without parental consent.” Many wedding photographers have gone on the lam with couples who did just that. However, even Merriam-Webster now acknowledges that “elope appears to have become shorthand for ‘ small destination weddings ,’ a ‘ wedding that is not financially insane ,’ or a ‘ wedding that allows us to not invite all the people we would rather not invite .’” Smaller Weddings are... Read more
What is Reportage?
On Instagram and elsewhere, one can see images labeled as #photojournalism or #reportage when they are, in fact, merely photos. I say "merely," even though photography has been my career's great passion. But it's because of that passion and my respect for the work of actual photojournalists that I am particularly bothered to see wedding photographers call their work "reportage." That word properly used actually means something important beyond just a stylistic conceit. By contrast, however, I'm the lead cheerleader for those practitioners of #weddingphotojournalism ... Read more

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Canada WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Anne and Geoff

Photo by Rick Collins

OMG, Rick, these are incredible. Thank you so so much!

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Sarry, Burgundy, France bride and groom captured with huge smiles during wedding ceremony

Rebecca and William

Photo by Loic Nicoloso

It was a real pleasure to have you Loïc for the photos of our wedding this April. A very pleasant first contact by email, an impeccable organization that allowed the day to go smoothly! A real professionalism throughout our exchanges. you were attentive to all our requests and you made a lot of effort to adapt to our French/English guests, which was appreciated by all. The photos trace the day and the emotions to perfection. If you are looking for a photographer who works with respect and delicacy while offering photos full of feelings, I can only recommend Loïc. Thanks again.

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Melissa and Dick

Photo by Rick Collins

Rick you are unbelievably great. Your images are stunning, and you caught them all without interrupting the wedding at all. All of our images are beautifully composed. These are all artbook shots, without a hint of cheese anywhere! I have many loves about the entire experience with you. Here are but a few: I love how you are a true photojournalist, not interrupting anything, ever! Many photogs claim to be photojournalists but then make you re-do the ring exchange after the ceremony. Our shots are all true and very special moments captured as they actually happened. And I love how flexible you are in working out options for us that we could afford. Thank you for that! And finally, I love the fact that you love shooting. You stayed through the whole party and dare I say looked like you were having fun. Please let me know if you need a reference as I would highly recommend you to anyone.

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