
Financial Transparency
TORONTO l BARRIE l GUELPH l LONDON
I believe in financial transparency.
Planning a wedding is one of the biggest emotional and financial investments a couple makes, and you deserve to know exactly what you’re paying for, and why it’s well-valued.
Month of Planning
Pricing: $1,840 CAD
Covers approximately 25–30 hours of my time
across 4–6 weeks.
Full Planning
Pricing: $3,500 CAD
Spans roughly 60–70 hours of my time over 8–12 months of coordination, design, and vendor support.
💬 My Pricing Breakdown
Before accounting for business costs, the hourly rate is approximately $60/hour.
After accounting for business costs my actual take-home rate averages $35–40/hour, which equals to $65,000 a year.

🧾 What Are My Other Business Expenses?
Your investment covers more than my time, it funds the systems and tools that keep your wedding seamless:
Software: planning software
Operations: travel, supplies, and phone expenses
Marketing: web hosting, email, Canva
Professional Development: training and certifications to keep processes modern and efficient
Admin: accounting, insurance, etc.
Website Design & Creation


📊 Industry Averages


Across Canada and the U.S., couples typically spend 8–15 % of their total wedding budget on a planner.
My pricing aligns directly with this industry standard: transparent, fair, and reflective of both the hours invested and the value delivered.


💛 The Value You Receive
You’re not just hiring a planner for a single day, you’re gaining a professional partner who:
Keeps every vendor, timeline, and detail aligned
Solves problems before they reach you
Brings ten years of event experience and 300 + weddings worth of expertise
Ensures your wedding day unfolds calmly, smoothly, and exactly as you envisioned
In short, every dollar you spend buys back your peace of mind, time, and ability to be fully present on your wedding day.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A planner saves you time, stress, and late-night Googling. I handle logistics, vendor coordination, and troubleshooting so you can actually enjoy your engagement (and your wedding day!).
DO YOU HELP WITH BOTH SMALL WEDDINGS AND LARGE CELEBRATIONS?
Absolutely. From cozy backyard weddings to 300+ guest affairs, I’ve done it all. My approach scales to fit your guest count and style.
DO YOU OFFER VIRTUAL OR DESTINATION WEDDING PLANNING?
Yes! I offer virtual consultations for couples outside Toronto. For destination weddings, I can plan and travel to your location, just note that travel fees are added.
HOW SOON SHOULD I BOOK YOUR SERVICES?
Most couples book 9–12 months in advance. If your wedding is sooner, reach out - I’ll let you know what’s possible and how we can make it work.
WE'RE READY TO BOOK! WHAT'S THE PROCESS?
You can inquire over email or by directly scheduling a consultation. Then I’ll send over a contract and invoice - once those are signed and settled, we’ll meet regularly (virtually or in person) to keep everything on track.
DO YOU HANDLE SETUP AND TEARDOWN?
I primarily focus on coordination, but I can help with simple setup and teardown as time allows within the schedule. For larger or more detailed setups, I recommend bringing in additional help.
WHY DO I NEED A PLANNER?

OUR SERVICES
Thoughtfully designed weddings, for modern couples who want to create a personal day that feels like love.
katie@katiejayweddingplanning.com
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