Best Western Plus Nor'Wester Hotel & Conference Centre

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

We met working at Musslewhite Mine and became friends first, spending late nights playing pool with our friends Justin and Alyssa. Justin encouraged Vince to call me and ask me out. I am so glad he did! On the day he proposed, Vince spent the afternoon with me while I finished some work; we drove around listening to music and then went to my sister’s apartment for family dinner before my parents returned to North Caribou Lake, where they’d been staying with our daughter. When we arrived I was holding our daughter and the room fell quiet—Vince came up with his hands behind his back, gave a little speech, and opened the ring box. I cried and said yes! My mom and sister were bawling, my dad was recording, and my grandma cheered on FaceTime. It was so sweet :)

Our Story

Photos

Maid of Honour: Kyla (sister)Best Man: Sheldon Bridesmaids: Gracey (mother), Vanessa, Destiny Groomsmen: Terry (father), Nathan, Tyrell Flower Girls: Jenny (grandmother), Kai (daughter) Ring Bearers: Chad (brother‑in‑law), Shilo (nephew)

Wedding Party

Semi-formal (Dressy Casual) Our wedding on September 20, 2026, will be a polished but relaxed celebration—think refined, comfortable, and seasonally appropriate. For men: dress slacks or chinos with a button-down shirt; a blazer or sport coat is encouraged, tie optional. For women: cocktail dresses, skirts or dressy separates; jumpsuits are also a great option. Please choose lighter fabrics and soft, neutral or floral tones to complement our cream, warm and soft wedding. Comfortable dress shoes are recommended—the venue has a mix of indoor and outdoor surfaces. If you have questions about accessibility or specific attire needs, reach out and we’ll be happy to help.

Dress Code

FAQ's

Located within 3 miles of Fort William Gardens and 3.1 miles of Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall Of Fame, Home2 Suites By Hilton Thunder Bay has rooms in Thunder Bay. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. Thunder Bay Art Gallery is 4.1 miles away and Port Arthur Stadium is 5.6 miles from the hotel. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area. All rooms at Home2 Suites By Hilton Thunder Bay have air conditioning and a desk. The accommodation offers an indoor pool. Thunder Bay Museum is 3.2 miles from Home2 Suites By Hilton Thunder Bay, while Amethyst Mine Panorama is 3.2 miles from the property. Thunder Bay International Airport is 3.1 miles away.

Home2 Suites By Hilton Thunder Bay

Travel

Fort William Historical Park features Fort William, one of North America’s largest living history sites, and the David Thompson Astronomical Observatory, home to one of the largest publicly accessible telescopes in Central Canada. Fort William Historical Park also offers year-round festivals and events, an RV and tent campground, in-person, virtual and overnight education programs and wedding and conference facilities.

Fort William Historical Park

The Kakabeka Falls known as the "Niagara Falls of the North" are stunning from all angles. Plenty of walking trails to explore the area. These are the second largest falls in the province of Ontario and&nbsp;well worth seeing. If you're looking for a nature walk, don't miss out on Kakabeka Falls.

Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park

a highly-rated, free-admission (donation-based) indoor garden offering a warm, tropical escape, especially popular during winter. Visitors can enjoy diverse plant species, a waterfall, and quiet walking paths, making it a top spot for relaxation, photography, and escaping bad weather.

Centennial Conservatory

Things to Do

Registry

Your presence is the greatest gift—cards and gifts are appreciated, but not expected.

Please note: Guests may be listed separately in our RSVP system, so you may need to submit an RSVP for each guest individually.

Cherish & Vince

Cherish & Vince

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