We're getting married!

Schedule

• 4:00PM

  Guests arrive

  Arrive by 4pm so you can find a seat and get comfy.

• 4:30PM

  Wedding ceremony / Islamic Nikah (Conversation Room)

  Join us for the part where we make important promises, share our vows, and get married!

• 5:00PM

  Hors d'oeuvres & refreshments (Balcony)

  Enjoy cocktails, mocktails, and canapés as we get ready for dinner. Feel free to get some fresh air & go for a stroll in “one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods” (circa 2014).

• 6:00PM

  Dinner reception, dancing, etc. (Main Hall)

  Make your way downstairs - it’s time to celebrate! We’ll ask folks to start finding their seats at 6:00pm, so that dinner can start at 6:15pm. Expect lots of food and drinks, speeches, dancing, cake, & late night snacks.

Dress Code

The Great Hall

Our ceremony and reception will be held at the Great Hall, located at 1087 Queen West in Toronto, Canada.

Getting There

• By Uber or other rideshare apps

  Enter 1087 Queen West directly into your app.

• By car

  If driving, there are various public parking lots around the venue. Click here to see the Great Hall’s Parking Map.

• By public transit (TTC)

  Take the 504 / 504A Streetcar - our stop will be Queen and Dovercourt.

Please note: While our wedding block is at the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, there will be no hotel-related events. You are free to stay wherever you'd feel most comfortable!

Fun

• Art Gallery of Ontario

  A great stop if art’s your thing! One of the largest art museums in North America, the AGO hosts 120,000 works of art ranging from contemporary art to significant works by Indigenous, Canadian, and European artists.

• Royal Ontario Museum

  The most popular museum in Canada! It’s worth checking out the ROM’s diverse collections of world culture and natural history + dinosaurs, minerals, and meteorites.

• Harbourfront & the Toronto Islands

  Toronto’s waterfront is always lively in the summer. Check out the Toronto International Festival of Authors (September 19-29) or take a 10-minute water taxi to the Toronto Islands for a mini-escape from the city.

• St. Lawrence Market

  A great public market to explore, with local vendors offering everything from fresh products to artisanal goods.

• Kensington Market

  An eclectic stop! Kensington Market is known for its bohemian atmosphere and wide variety of shops, cafes, and international cuisine. Make sure to grab a taco (or 3) while you’re there!

• Distillery District

  A pedestrian-only neighbourhood with 19th century vibes - think cobblestone streets, Victorian-era buildings + art galleries, boutiques, and trendy restaurants.

• The Beaches

  Shola’s favourite summertime spot! Grab an espresso from Bud’s and don’t miss a stroll on the boardwalk.

Food

• La Bella Managua (Nicaraguan)

• Dim Sum King (Chinese)

• Anh Dao (Vietnamese)

• Khao San Road (Thai)

• The Queen & Beaver Public House (British / Pub)

• Dreyfus (French-ish) (reservation recommended)

• Parquet (French) (reservation recommended)

• Quetzal (Mexican / Michelin-starred) (reservation recommended)

We eat a lot! Please text us if you want additional recommendations.

Drink

• Short Turn

• Birreria Volo

• The Rex (jazz!)

• Paradise Grapevine

• Drom Taberna (live music too!)

• The Little Jerry

• How/when do I RSVP?

  Please RSVP using the digital invitation in your email inbox. Please send us your acceptances or regrets by August 15, 2024. Apologies for the tight timeline!

• What time should guests arrive?

  We ask that you plan to arrive by 4pm. The ceremony will begin at 4:30pm.

• What type of food will be served?

  We will be serving hors d'oeuvres at cocktail hour followed by a sit-down dinner with your choice of entrée. We're thrilled to have Richmond Station cater our wedding. We really appreciate their commitment to buying locally and seasonally, and supporting farmers and growers across Southern Ontario.

• Will there be meal options for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies?

  Absolutely! Please be sure to indicate any dietary restrictions or allergies when you RSVP. Servers and staff will also be available to answer any questions during dinner.

• Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?

  Our wedding will be entirely indoors, so we can celebrate rain or shine!

• What will the weather be like on September 21?

  Our wedding will be held on the last official day of summer. That being said, the weather can sometimes be unpredictable in Toronto. The historical monthly average for September ranges from 13° to 23° Celsius / 55° to 74° Fahrenheit.

• Where in the Great Hall will the wedding take place?

  We invite you to explore the Guest Hall while you’re here! Here’s where we’ll be:

  • Our Ceremony will be held in the Conversation Room.
  • Cocktail hour will be held on the Balcony.
  • The Reception will be held in the Main Hall.

  We’ll have signage around the building to help you navigate.

• Will there be free WiFi at the venue?

  Yes! We’ll share log-in details closer to the event.

• Is the Great Hall accessible?

  The Main Hall & Conversation Room within the Great Hall are fully accessible. There is an elevator between the lower floor and second floor of the building. Accessible washrooms are located on both the lower level and the second floor. If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know!

• Is there parking at the Great Hall?

  There are a number of public parking options around the venue. Click here to see the Great Hall’s Parking Map.

• I have more questions!

  Please send us a text or email with any additional questions you have.

  • Amna | 416-627-6331 | amna.raza@gmail.com
  • Shola | 416-856-1917 | sanozie@gmail.com