What is a Record of Marriage?
The Record of Marriage given to the couple following the ceremony is the only proof a couple will have of their marriage until it is officially registered at the Office of the Registrar General. The person solemnizing the marriage is responsible for submitting the Form 7 Statement of Marriage to the Office of the Registrar General so that the marriage is officialy registered.
The Record of Marriage should be sufficient to use as proof for the spouse to change over her/his identification to the assumed married surname. If a Marriage Certificate is required please refer to Certificates - Birth, Marriage, Death.
If a couple decides to marry outside of the country, their marriage is not registered in Ontario. The marriage certificate they receive is valid to use in updating their personal identification to their new surname.
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City Hall Clerks Department
426 Brant Street
Burlington, ON
Vital Statistics Inquiries Inquiries - 905 335-7803
Automated Information Line - 905 335-7836Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.(except statutory and other holidays)Office of the Registrar General
P. O. Box 4600
189 Red River Road
Toll Free in Ontario: 1-800-461-2156
Toronto and outside Ontario 416-325-8305