Roses petals grown by Humanist Officiant Gemma James-Smith in Bayfield, Huron County, Ontario.

Personal, heartfelt, inclusive ceremonies to mark life’s most transformative moments.

Serving Bayfield, Ontario and the Huron County area.

Wedding Officiant Services

Other Ceremonies.

There are so many moments that we can elevate together.

  • "Gemma met with us before our wedding and gave us confidence and clarity about how the ceremony would unfold. She provided a beautifully written script that felt very personal and aligned with our values, and she was flexible when we asked for changes. On the day of our wedding, she was punctual, professional, and held the space with heartfelt grace. We couldn't be happier with our experience."

    Shannon L.

  • "Gemma was a lovely presence at our son’s wedding. She was highly professional and informed about the processes involved, both legal and personal. She was consultative, she listened, and she communicated clearly, graciously, and supportively, so that everyone was reassured that we were in good hands and that things would unfold smoothly. She brought dignity and charm to the occasion.”

    Elizabeth L.

Being able to help you celebrate life’s most profound moments brings me joy. My goal is that your non-religious ceremony reflects who you are, how you inhabit the world, and honours the depth and complexity of your relationships. I’ll work with you to find the words and sentiments that resonate most, while offering you options of non-religious rituals that might elevate and enrich your experience. I want to create an environment in which you can be relaxed and present, where you can focus on what you’re celebrating and make space for authentic emotions. 

 

I have a tremendous amount of experience in performance, writing, and co-ordinating, with my background being in the creative arts. Life has brought me to Bayfield, Ontario where I run a small-scale lavender farm that offers a seasonal place of peace to visitors with the intention being to unplug, and pay attention to the surroundings, offering oneself a space to mentally unwind. I have found a lot of peace through my Officiant Practice and study with Humanist Canada. To find out a bit more about what else I do, please check out Bayfield Lavender Farm.

Humanist Officiant Gemma James-Smith at Bayfield Lavender Farm in Bayfield, Ontario.