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AUGUST 7, 2025
TORONTO, ONTARIO


Our Wedding in Toronto
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Date: August 7th, 2025
Arrival: Between 3:30-4:00pm for welcome treats
Ceremony: 4:30 pm
Cocktails: 5:15 pm
Concert: 6:00 pm
Dinner: 7:00 pm
Curfew: 1:00 am
We will be hosting our wedding at one of Toronto's historic hotel properties, the Windsor Arms Hotel. Located conveniently near Bay and Bloor streets, this property was built in 1927 and features Neo Gothic Architecture paired with Victorian Era elegance. All wedding events will be held onsite predominantly in the hotel's beautiful Courtyard Ballroom.



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Where is the venue and how do I get there?The Windsor Arms is conveniently located just steps away from Toronto's Green and Yellow subway lines (open until approximately 1am) near Museum and Bay stations. It is also very centrally located for Uber and Taxi services. If you require parking, nearby lots are located at Toronto's Manulife Centre, One Bloor East, and Yorkville in addition to street parking on Charles Street. Valet parking is available at the Windsor Arms at a rate of $40.
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What does the Wedding Day entail?To begin the Wedding evening, we invite you to relax with some welcome treats prior to our ceremony, made available starting at 3pm. We kindly ask that all guests be at the venue no later than 4pm, so that our ceremony can begin promptly at 4:30. Following our ceremony, all guests will be invited for a cocktail hour with a selection of passed appetizers in the hotel's second floor lobby. Around 6pm, the Courtyard Ballroom will reopen for a short, intimate concert commencing with a celebratory sparkling wine toast, featuring the more operatically inclined of our guests in a selection of music that is meaningful to Sydney and Andrey. Following the musical libations, our plated 3-course dinner will begin (courtesy of the onsite Gatsby Restaurant). We then look forward to spending the evening with you with continued bar services, assorted goodies, and late night snacks. Curfew is 1am!
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What are the food options?We will be putting together an assortment of appetizers, snacks, and a 3 course dinner to suit all dietary requirements. There will be an advance selection of 2 meat and 1 vegetarian entrees available. We kindly ask that if you have any specific allergies or dietary constraints that you convey that information to us as soon as possible.
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What about Plus Ones and Children?It is important to us that we share this milestone with our closest loved ones. At this time, our logistical planning only accounts for the long-term partners of guests that we know as named in our invitations. If your personal circumstances change between now and then, we ask that you reach out to us directly. Please note that due to venue restrictions no amendments to the guest list can happen within 14 days of the wedding. We are unfortunately unable to accommodate children other than immediate family members. We hope that you will still be able to join us, and we understand parents may need to leave early!
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What about wedding gifts?As we are now located in Europe and our suitcases can only hold so much, we will not be having a registry. We are happy to accept financial contributions to offset the cost of the wedding & put towards future financial goals. For our Canadian guests, electronic transfers can be sent to sydneyandandrey@gmail.com .
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But what will I wear?!We have air conditioning! Our wedding will be a formal affair. Those who prefer suits are encouraged to wear either a suit or blazer with dress pants, while those who prefer dresses can opt for something within the range of formal cocktail to floor length dresses. We kindly request you avoid jeans and more casual attire- let's make use of the fact we won't be outside in 40 degree heat!
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I'm not from Toronto- where can I stay?Toronto has a wide range of options that can suit a variety of budgets. We are happy to offer a small discount to those who wish to stay at the Windsor Arms (please contact Sydney directly for this information). However, if you are interested in nearby options that may be more budget friendly, we recommend the following properties within walking distance: > University of Toronto student residences (most cost effective, please note bathrooms are communal) > The Anndore House by Hyatt > W Toronto by Marriott > The Yorkville Royal Sonesta > Kimpton Saint George Hotel
Date
August 8, 2025
Arrival
Between 3:30-4:00pm for Welcome Drinks
Ceremony
4:30
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