October 17–23, 2026 · Toronto
Three days,
one celebration.
Your guide to the moments we’ll share. Choose a day and explore the details.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Catholic Ceremony
An intimate beginning, surrounded by faith, family and the people we love.
Celebrated byFather Martin
Order of the day
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1:30 PMGuest arrivalPlease arrive with enough time to settle in before the ceremony begins.Provisional timing
1:30 PM
Guest arrival
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1:50 PMPlease take your seatsGuests are invited to take their seats as we prepare to begin.Provisional timing
1:50 PM
Please take your seats
2234 Ellesmere Road, Scarborough, Ontario
2:00 PMProcessional & entranceThe ceremony begins with the entrance of our families and wedding party, followed by the bride.Provisional timing
2:00 PM
Processional & entrance
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2:05 PMIntroductory rites & opening prayerFather Martin welcomes everyone and begins the ceremony with the opening prayer.Provisional timing
2:05 PM
Introductory rites & opening prayer
2234 Ellesmere Road, Scarborough, Ontario
2:10 PMLiturgy of the WordReadings shared by our loved ones, followed by the Gospel proclaimed by Father Martin, reflect on love, faith and the commitment of marriage.Provisional timing
2:10 PM
Liturgy of the Word
Readings & readers
- First readingSirach 1–4, 13–16
- Read bySean Rampersad
- Second reading1 Corinthians 12:31–13:8a
- Read byRavi Tuazon
- GospelMark 10:6–9
- Read byFather Martin
2234 Ellesmere Road, Scarborough, Ontario
2:25 PMHomilyFather Martin shares a reflection on marriage, partnership and the life Neel and Grace are beginning together.Provisional timing
2:25 PM
Homily
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2:35 PMThe rite of marriageNeel and Grace declare their intention to marry, exchange their consent and vows, and receive the blessing of their rings.Provisional timing
2:35 PM
The rite of marriage
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2:50 PMPrayers, blessing & conclusionAaron Trivino leads the Universal Prayer, followed by the nuptial blessing and final blessing with Father Martin.Provisional timing
2:50 PM
Prayers, blessing & conclusion
Readings & readers
- Third readingUniversal Prayer
- Read byAaron Trivino
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3:00 PMRecessionalNeel and Grace leave the church together as husband and wife.Provisional timing
3:00 PM
Recessional
2234 Ellesmere Road, Scarborough, Ontario
3:15 PMContinue the celebrationFollowing the ceremony, we’ll continue the celebration at our home. Tap below for directions and we’ll see you there.Provisional timing
3:15 PM
Continue the celebration
28 Lampman Drive, Scarborough, Ontario, M1E 5K9
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The Patel Home
Ceremony details may vary with our families’ and celebrants’ final plans. Check back here for updates.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Puja & Mehndi Night
Blessings, henna and an evening together at the Patel home.
Order of the day
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2:30 PMGuest arrivalJoin us at the Patel home and settle in before the puja begins.Provisional timing
2:30 PM
Guest arrival
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3:00 PMGanesh Puja · Sankalp & invocationWe begin by setting the intention for the puja and seeking Lord Ganesha’s blessings for an auspicious beginning to the wedding celebrations.Provisional timing
3:00 PM
Ganesh Puja · Sankalp & invocation
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3:15 PMGanesh Avahan & PujaLord Ganesha is ceremonially invoked and honoured through prayer, offerings and traditional puja rituals.Provisional timing
3:15 PM
Ganesh Avahan & Puja
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3:45 PMMantras & offeringsFlowers, incense, fruit and other offerings accompany sacred mantras and prayers for wisdom, prosperity and the removal of obstacles.Provisional timing
3:45 PM
Mantras & offerings
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4:20 PMAarti & blessingsFamily and guests join together for aarti as the puja comes to a close.Provisional timing
4:20 PM
Aarti & blessings
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4:35 PMPrasad & family timePrasad is shared as we transition into the evening’s celebration.Provisional timing
4:35 PM
Prasad & family time
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5:00 PMDinner is servedPlease help yourself to dinner and enjoy the evening with family and friends.Provisional timing
5:00 PM
Dinner is served
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5:00 PM–8:30 PMMehndi night beginsOur mehndi artists will be available throughout the evening. Choose a design, have your henna done, grab some dinner and settle in for a relaxed evening of music, family and celebration before the wedding day.Provisional timing
5:00 PM–8:30 PM
Mehndi night begins
28 Lampman Drive, Scarborough, Ontario, M1E 5K9
8:15 PMFinal mehndi appointmentsLast call for anyone still hoping to have their henna done.Provisional timing
8:15 PM
Final mehndi appointments
28 Lampman Drive, Scarborough, Ontario, M1E 5K9
8:30 PMThe evening concludesThank you for celebrating with us. Get some rest — tomorrow is the big day.Provisional timing
8:30 PM
The evening concludes
28 Lampman Drive, Scarborough, Ontario, M1E 5K9
Ceremony details may vary with our families’ and celebrants’ final plans. Check back here for updates.
Friday, October 23, 2026
Hindu Ceremony & Reception
A joyful procession, sacred promises and a night to celebrate.
Order of the day
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3:45 PMGroom’s side meets for the BaraatNeel’s side — meet us in the parking lot ready to celebrate. The Baraat is all about music, dancing and bringing the groom to the ceremony with as much energy as possible. Everyone is encouraged to join in. No choreography required.Provisional timing
3:45 PM
Groom’s side meets for the Baraat
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3:50 PMBaraat beginsDhol, music and dancing lead Neel and his family toward the venue.Provisional timing
3:50 PM
Baraat begins
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4:00 PM–4:30 PMWelcome refreshmentsEnjoy passed bites, chai, coffee and a sweet platter while guests gather for the ceremony.Provisional timing
4:00 PM–4:30 PM
Welcome refreshments
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4:15 PMGroom’s welcomeGrace’s family welcomes Neel and his family as everyone gathers for the ceremony. The final welcome tradition and order will be confirmed with our families and priest.Provisional timing
4:15 PM
Groom’s welcome
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4:30 PMCeremony begins · Mangalacharan & Ganesh PujaThe ceremony opens with prayers to Lord Ganesha, seeking blessings for an auspicious beginning and the removal of obstacles.Provisional timing
4:30 PM
Ceremony begins · Mangalacharan & Ganesh Puja
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4:40 PMBride’s entranceGrace makes her entrance and joins Neel at the mandap as the wedding ceremony formally begins.Provisional timing
4:40 PM
Bride’s entrance
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4:48 PMAntarpat & Jai MalaA ceremonial cloth briefly separates the couple before it is lowered, revealing Neel and Grace to one another. They then exchange floral garlands in the Jai Mala.Provisional timing
4:48 PM
Antarpat & Jai Mala
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4:58 PMKanyadaan & Hasta MelapWith their families’ blessings, Grace and Neel’s hands are joined, symbolising the union of the couple and their families.Provisional timing
4:58 PM
Kanyadaan & Hasta Melap
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5:12 PMAgni Sthapana & HavanThe sacred fire is lit and becomes witness to the vows and rituals that follow.Provisional timing
5:12 PM
Agni Sthapana & Havan
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5:22 PMMangal PherasNeel and Grace circle the sacred fire in the traditional Gujarati Mangal Pheras, each round representing shared aspirations and responsibilities in married life.Provisional timing
5:22 PM
Mangal Pheras
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5:37 PMSaptapadiThe couple take seven symbolic steps together, making promises for the life they will build side by side.Provisional timing
5:37 PM
Saptapadi
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5:48 PMMangalsutra & SindoorThe ceremony continues with the traditional symbols of marriage and the couple’s commitment to one another.Provisional timing
5:48 PM
Mangalsutra & Sindoor
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5:54 PMKansaar & AshirwadThe ceremony closes with a sweet tradition and blessings from family and loved ones.Provisional timing
5:54 PM
Kansaar & Ashirwad
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6:00 PMCeremony concludesThe ceremony concludes promptly at 6:00 PM, and guests are invited to transition into the evening celebration.Provisional timing
6:00 PM
Ceremony concludes
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6:30 PMCocktail hourEnjoy cocktails, passed appetizers and time to mingle while the room transforms for the evening celebration.Provisional timing
6:30 PM
Cocktail hour
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7:30 PMReception beginsThe evening celebration begins.Provisional timing
7:30 PM
Reception begins
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Time to followGrand entranceJoin us in welcoming the newlyweds into the evening celebration. Timing to be confirmed.Timing to be confirmed
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Grand entrance
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Time to followFirst danceA moment together before the evening unfolds. Timing to be confirmed.Timing to be confirmed
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First dance
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Time to followDinner serviceDinner and time around the table with our favourite people. Timing to be confirmed.Timing to be confirmed
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Dinner service
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Time to followSpeechesWords, memories and toasts from the people we love. Timing to be confirmed.Timing to be confirmed
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Speeches
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Time to followDessertSomething sweet to continue the evening. Timing to be confirmed.Timing to be confirmed
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Dessert
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Time to followDance floorCome ready to dance and celebrate with us. Timing to be confirmed.Timing to be confirmed
Time to follow
Dance floor
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Ceremony details may vary with our families’ and celebrants’ final plans. Check back here for updates.