Auberge des Gallant Restaurant (Maple Pavillion - Garden)

Wedding Day

Wedding

Auberge des Gallant Restaurant (Maple Pavillion)

Reception

Our Wedding

Michelle and James found love on a beautiful night in July of 2009. They met on a Wednesday night (ladies night) at Mckibbons Irish Pub in Pointe-Claire. The first thing James noticed about Michelle was her captivating blue eyes... He felt compelled to talk to her so he awkwardly asked her her name across a very noisy terrace. She quietly replied "Michelle" and didn't ask his. He said "I'm James" and then she continued on her way. It became a ritual that he would go back to McKibbons every Wednesday night (ladies night) for weeks just to see her and get to know her a little bit more. They fell in love and from that very first Wednesday night, July 22 2009. James has never stopped thinking about her and will never stop loving her. 8 years later, to the day, they will be married.

Michelle + James

Our Story

MENU- First course -Seasonal vegetable soup- Second course -Tomato tartlet with goat cheese, arugula and balsamic reduction- Main course -Chicken: Roasted bone-in chicken breast With dijonaise sauceVegetarian: Caprese raviolis, confit cherry tomatos, parmesan shavings and arugula- Dessert -

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Stephanie is the bride's longtime best friend, their friendship has proven to stand the test of time! Michelle and Stephanie met in their early teens through their ex - boyfriends. Despite both young relationships failing, these boys brought Michelle and Stephanie together! Though the two are polar opposites, they balance each other out perfectly. Stephanie, the forever social butterfly who wears her heart on her sleeve (much like James), helps to bring Michelle out of shell. Michelle brings light and strength to Stephanie, grounding her inner wild child. Neither one would be complete without the other!

Stephanie Lavellée

Samantha is like the sister that Michelle never had! Michelle and Sam we're introduced 8 years ago through James' circle of friends and they instantly connected. The two (often mistaken for actual sisters) share many things: the same sense of humour, eternal optimism and a contagious smile, compassion, a love of dogs, style, their clothes (most of which are grey, their favourite colour), and of course a deep love for rap music and red wine. Having lived together for years they've become totally in sink (at times they even finish each other's sentences!). A true friendship that can withstand just about anything!

Samantha Hansen

Michelle and Jessica have known each other for years, however they've connected on deeper level over the last several months. Both Michelle and Jess have purchased homes in the last year, gotten engaged, and are now getting married a mere two months apart from each other! Did I mention they live down the street from each other? Needless to say they've achieved so much together, and individually, and both feel blessed to have each other to lean on and plan with! Jessica is arguably the sweetest and most pure-hearted and positive individual, just the type of person that Michelle loves to surround herself with! The two have had so much fun planning their weddings and are so thrilled to plan the next chapters of their lives side-by-side! 

Jessica Garvin

Michelle and James would've probably never met if it weren't for the lovely Alyssa! Michelle and Alyssa met at John Abbott College through mutual friends and bonded over Starbucks lattes, munchbox lunches and Wednesday ladies nights at McKibbons. So the story goes, Aly had known James through friends, and thanks to their connection, James had an "in" to come over and talk to Michelle. Aly encouraged their relationship (and James' band!) from day 1, even attending their music video with Michelle! The rest is history! Due to their busy lives, they don't get to see each other all that much but they make a point to catch up every now and then over their shared love for food, particularly brunches (yum!).

Alyssa Antonacci

Michelle and Nicki met at John Abbott College where they both studied Graphic Design. For the duration of their college career, the Country girl and the City girl we're joined at the hip (they even convinced their teachers to let them complete their 3-week career placement together prior to graduation - a real package deal)! They would alternate sleeping over at each other's houses, and spend hours talking about everything and nothing. Michelle and her family quickly became Nicki's home away from home. Side by side or miles apart, they've remained close friends and will always be close at heart. 

Nicki Contant

Alex is James' older brother. Though he may not know it, Alex is James's number one idol and will forever be someone that he looks up to! 

Alex Audet

Markus is Michelle's older brother (the middle child!). They are 18 months apart and have a sibling-ship unlike any other! The two have been best friends since the cradle and wouldn't have it any other way!

Markus White-Stosik

For those of you who don't know Mike, prepare to fall in love! Mike and James have been friends for years. Though Mike is currently living in Florida, he pays his friends regular visits and is excited to return home for the wedding! Can't have a party without Mike! 

Mike Argento

Jason is a best friend to both Michelle and James. He is arguably the sweetest and most caring guy in the world and we both feel very lucky to call him a friend! 

Jason Bellas

Ah. Christopher Palucci. Not only is Chris one of the nicest guys in the world, he's been one of James' BEST friends for as long as we can remember. Chris and James bonded over their shared love for music, they even started a band together called "The Shammies" which later evolved into "All She Said." They still enjoy the occasional jam-sesh from time to time! 

Christopher Palucci

Nic has been a friend of James since childhood hockey days, though they've reconnected even more so over the last few years. Nic is a traditional guy, often referred to as a dinosaur because among other computer-related things he still doesn't know how to online-bank (ha!). Both Michelle and James adore him, and simply love spending time with such a happy and care-free soul. We knew we wanted an intimate wedding ceremony, so it felt right to ask a dear friend like Nic to get ordained and to perform our wedding ceremony!

Nic Buratti

Wedding Party

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Stephanie + Gabriel

Stephanie + Gabriel

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