Loud and Proud Weddings & Events
Because love has no gender,
compassion has no religion, and character has no race.
Let’s set the scene that celebrates your love.
Meet the Founders
Amanda & Kate Channer
Kate & Amanda were married in 2023. Amanda began planning weddings in 2006. Kate has been a musician for most of her life. In planning their own wedding, they saw a gap in the available services for queer folk in the area, and began their adventure that has grown into “Loud & Proud”,
Explore our Services
Everything you need to make your day perfect, in one,safe, inclusive place. We’ve got you.
Our Mission
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The folks at Loud & Proud Weddings have come together to ensure that everyone has safe, inclusive and extraordinary services available to them on their wedding day and beyond. Our services are fully customizable in order to ensure our clients feel fully supported and celebrated throughout the entire wedding & event planning process. We believe love comes in all colours, shapes and sizes and that everyone deserves the same opportunity to create a day you will never forget!
All of our professionals identify as members of the queer community.
Our Services
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Officiant Services
Amanda Channer is an Ordained Chaplain Licensed Wedding Officiant, and offers both legal and commitment ceremonies.
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Full Wedding Planning
Trust Amanda to plan your wedding in a way that embraces your unique love story and celebrates the elements that make your relationship special.
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Day-of Coordination
Your wedding day should be all about YOU! Allow us to take care of the organizational and logistic details on your wedding day so that you can be fully present, and enjoy every moment.
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Music Services
From acoustic ceremony music, to cocktail hour ballads, to a band or DIY DJ package for your reception, Kate Channer has got you covered.
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Sound Services
Our sound technicians can provide all of the speakers, microphones and sound equipment you need for your ceremony, reception speeches and more.
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Wedding Photography
Ruthless Images is our preferred, queer photographer. Ruth’s laid back personality will make you feel at ease, and her immaculate, artistic talent will leave you breathless.
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Micro Weddings & Elopements
Allow our team to plan and execute a small, intimate gathering (50 people or less) at Channer Homestead to celebrate your love. All you’ll have to do is show up!
