Planning notes
Straight answers, checklists and ideas for planning weddings, parties and corporate events in Chatham-Kent and across Ontario. Written by the team who host them every week.
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How to plan an Ontario wedding with guests from Michigan
Home/Blog/Weddings How to plan an Ontario wedding with guests from Michigan Border documents, crossings, timing and small details that make American guests feel looked…
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When should you send wedding invitations in Canada?
Home/Blog/Weddings When should you send wedding invitations in Canada? The standard timing for invitations, save-the-dates and RSVP deadlines, with a simple countdown to follow.…
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How long is a wedding reception?
Home/Blog/Weddings How long is a wedding reception? The usual length, a sample hour-by-hour timeline, and how to tell if yours should be shorter or…
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How much should you give as a wedding gift in Canada?
Home/Blog/Weddings How much should you give as a wedding gift in Canada? Typical cash amounts by relationship, what changes the number, and how to…
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How much does a 50th birthday party cost?
Home/Blog/Parties and celebrations How much does a 50th birthday party cost? Approximate 2026 Ontario costs by party style and guest count, with a simple…
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How much does a DJ cost in Ontario?
Home/Blog/Parties and celebrations How much does a DJ cost in Ontario? 2026 price ranges for wedding and party DJs, what changes the quote, and…
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How much does a company holiday party cost per person?
Home/Blog/Corporate events How much does a company holiday party cost per person? 2026 per-person ranges for Ontario employers, plus the CRA rule that decides…
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How much does a wedding venue cost in Ontario?
Home/Blog/Weddings How much does a wedding venue cost in Ontario? Realistic 2026 price ranges, what they include, and the questions that keep a quote…
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20 Milestone Birthday Party Ideas for 40th, 50th, 60th and Beyond
Home/Blog/Celebrations 20 milestone birthday party ideas for 40th, 50th, 60th and beyond Fresh ideas for the big round-number birthdays, plus a simple plan to…
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18 Retirement Party Ideas That Feel Personal, Not Generic
Home/Blog/Celebrations 18 retirement party ideas that feel personal, not generic Ways to send off a colleague, parent or friend that honour the career and…
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How to Plan a 50th Anniversary Party: A Step-by-Step Guide
Home/Blog/Celebrations How to plan a 50th anniversary party A clear plan for children and grandchildren who want to honour 50 golden years without the…
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Banquet Hall vs Hotel for Conferences in Southwestern Ontario
Home/Blog/Corporate Banquet hall vs hotel for conferences in Southwestern Ontario An honest side-by-side to help you pick the right home for your next conference,…