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Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs based on guest count and Canadian market rates.
The average Canadian wedding costs $29,000-$40,000 depending on location and preferences. This calculator breaks down costs by category — venue, catering, photography, flowers, attire — based on your guest count and style preferences.
Estimated Total
$46,368
- venue And Catering
- $24,725
- photography
- $5,175 photo/video
- flowers Décor
- $4,025 flowers & décor
- misc
- $4,968 misc (12% buffer)
Formula and method
Total = (Per-person costs × Guests + Fixed costs) × Style Multiplier × City Multiplier
Based on 2024 Canadian wedding survey data from WeddingWire and The Knot Canada. Per-person venue/catering costs are the largest variables; fixed costs (photography, flowers, attire) are scaled by style tier. A 12% buffer is included for miscellaneous costs.
Worked examples
Mid-range Toronto wedding, 120 guests
- Number of Guests:
- 120
- Wedding Style:
- Mid-range (Average)
- City:
- Toronto / GTA
Estimated Total: $51,906
Intimate rural wedding, 40 guests
- Number of Guests:
- 40
- Wedding Style:
- Intimate / Budget-Conscious
- City:
- Smaller City / Rural
Estimated Total: $13,453
Assumptions and limits
- Costs in 2024 Canadian dollars
- Includes HST in estimates
- Saturday evening wedding (premium timing)
This tool provides an educational estimate. Rules, rates and personal circumstances can change the answer. Review the assumptions before relying on a result. Report a correction.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Not budgeting for gratuities — most vendors expect 15-20% tip; add this to catering and service budgets.
- Forgetting HST/GST — wedding costs have 13% HST in Ontario, adding thousands to the total.
- Not getting multiple quotes — wedding vendor prices vary by 30-50% for the same quality; always compare 3+ vendors.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average Canadian wedding cost in 2024?
The average is approximately $29,000-$40,000 for 100 guests in major cities. Toronto and Vancouver are the most expensive markets. Quebec is typically 20-30% lower. Rural markets are 30-40% lower than major city averages.
How can I reduce wedding costs without sacrificing quality?
Biggest savings: venue (consider Fridays, Sundays, or off-season for 20-40% discounts), catering (buffet vs. plated saves ~$30/person), photography (newer talented photographers at 40-50% lower cost), and guest list (each additional guest adds $200-$300).