Shawn Miller officiating an elopement on the beach

Shawn Miller he/him

Get to know Greater Vancouver officiant, co-founder and co-owner of Young Hip & Married, Shawn Miller.

Greater Vancouver, BC, Whistler, BC

Every love story is so unique, and I have yet to hear a love story that is not worth celebrating. My goal when I do a wedding is to represent my couples in the truest form to who they are as individuals and as a couple.

I want your wedding to FEEL like you. I want your guests to walk out saying, “Wow, that was so them!” I also want your guests to learn about why you work so well together, and why they have come to this big party in the first place.

If you have found that special someone to spend your life with, that is a remarkable thing and chances are it didn’t just happen. I want to share your story with the people that mean most to you. Let’s tell them a love story they will never forget.

We had a 10/10 experience with Young Hip & Married! There were many bumps along the road with planning our wedding but Shawn was incredible with being super accommodating for us and planned and preformed an absolutely magically ceremony for us! We could not have been more pleased with our experience. We would 100% recommend to anyone looking for Young Hip & Married to marry them!

—Rebecca & Tanner
Married by Shawn, Sep 2022

Officiant Shawn holding up his hand during a wedding ceremony

The team at Young Hip & Married was so wonderful to work with. We were a bit last minute in choosing an officiant and they were very prompt in responding and so accommodating.

We chose Shawn as our officiant and he was so considerate and attentive to what we wanted. He was very professional, collaborative and mindful of what we wanted. We also had a small emergency on the day of our rehearsal and he was so kind while we sorted it out. Once we got the rehearsal going, he was so helpful and everyone knew exactly what they had to do on the day of.

Shawn put together such a beautiful ceremony and loved what everything he said. We received so many compliments from our guests! Highly recommend Shawn and the team at YH&M!

—Travis & Diane
Married by Shawn, Oct 2019

Officiant Shawn leading a ceremony for Diane and Travis

My husband and I couldn’t say greater things about working with Young Hip and Married for our big day. They were so great and easy to work with and made the whole experience from beginning to finish enjoyable.

We were looking for a fun way to elope and from the second we met Shawn and Erica, they did not let us down. They made the experience light and fun and were so easy going. It was all about us and the experience we were after. We took a helicopter tour to the top of a mountain which had incredible views. The ceremony with Shawn was super fun and the photography from Erica took our breathes away.

We couldn’t recommend this company more and now we have an amazing memory to look back on with incredible pictures we hold near and dear to our hearts. If you are getting married, they are the best and they are great to work with.

—Lisanne & Brett
Married by Shawn, May 2021

Shawn Miller officiating a helicopter elopement on a snowy mountaintop

I wish I could give Shawn and our experience with Young Hip & Married 100 stars out of 5. The entire process, from consultation, to reviewing the script, to the wedding day – we felt so supported, listened to, and cherished by Shawn and his team. We both felt incredibly at ease and were really able to enjoy every aspect of getting married. I can’t recommend this amazing company enough!!!!

—Devan & Jack
Married by Shawn, Aug 2024

Devan and Jack laughing during their ceremony with Officiant Shawn at UBC Boathouse, Note Photography

We recently had the pleasure of having Shawn Miller from Young Hip & Married officiate our wedding, and we can’t recommend him highly enough! From start to finish, Shawn was the epitome of professionalism and charm. His approachable and easygoing nature helped us feel at ease as we navigated the whirlwind of our big day.

Shawn was a calming presence, guiding us through every step of the ceremony with clarity and poise. His enthusiasm was contagious, effortlessly engaging our guests and ensuring everyone felt connected to the moment. What truly stood out was Shawn’s ability to balance professionalism with a warm, personal touch. He made our ceremony not just a formal occasion, but a memorable experience for everyone involved.

We felt genuinely supported and cared for, thanks to his dedication and positive energy. For anyone searching for an officiant who will bring a blend of professionalism, enthusiasm, and genuine warmth to their wedding, Shawn Miller is your go-to. We would absolutely choose him again for any future celebrations and wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking to make their special day truly unforgettable.

—Andrew & Trang
Married by Shawn, Aug 2024

Miller family smiling for a selfie on the ski slopes

Shawn's Story

My wife and I are the founders and the owners here at Young Hip & Married—I also happen to be one of our officiants. But first and foremost, I am husband to my beautiful wife Erica, whom I married in 2004, and the father to our four incredible kids: Zion, Vannden, Onyx and Emmanuella.

Although I keep very busy running the company, and being a dad to my 4 kids, I still officiate quite a few weddings every year. Erica and the kids are my inspiration for all the work I do here at YH&M and I really love love love helping people get married and stay married!

Outside of work, I love to cook (thank goodness for that because cooking for 6 everyday is no small feat), being outside (jumping off cliffs, racing dune buggies across Mexico—you know the normal stuff), and especially being outside with my kiddos.

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Shawn officiated our wedding a few weeks ago and he did the BEST job! He’s so charismatic and charming, and he delivered the ceremony in such a fun and intimate way. Our guests loved him and couldn’t stop raving about how awesome our ceremony was.

We felt so comfortable working closely with Shawn. We first met at a local Starbucks and talked about what we were looking for and our expectations for our ceremony. He was great at guiding us through it and at asking the right questions, and he delivered an absolutely beautiful first draft of our ceremony that we barely had to change as it was so perfect already!

Truly, Shawn and the whole team at Young Hip and Married were all wonderful. They were so easy to work with. All of our emails were answered right away, and they kept in regular touch with us throughout the last year with reminders.

We can’t recommend Shawn and Young Hip and Married enough if you’re looking for a unique, intimate and beautiful experience for your wedding!

—Julia & Alexander
Married by Shawn, Jun 2024

Julia and Alex during their ceremony with Officiant Shawn of Young Hip & Married

Shawn was an absolute pleasure to work with. From the very beginning of our journey, he made us feel comfortable, he created an enjoyable experience and most of all, he made our wedding memorable. Countless guests came up to us post-wedding and shared how much they loved our officiant. He made the ceremony feel authentic, filled with the right amount of humour and sentiment.

—Shelly & Amar
Married by Shawn, Aug 2024

Shelly and Amar's wedding ceremony with Officiant Shawn, Fortune Hill Photography

We had Shawn marry us on June 21 and he exceeded our expectations. He was incredibly easy to work with and made the entire process seamless. Our guests were amazed to find out we were not close friends with him, as it seemed he had known us for years. It was the perfect way to set the tone for the day, and I highly recommend YH&M and Shawn to anyone who is looking for a memorable wedding ceremony. Thanks Shawn!

—Cam & Asia
Married by Shawn, Jun 2024

Cam and Asia's ceremony with Officiant Shawn Miller

I didn’t think we needed a ‘fancy’ officiant like Young Hip and Married but it was the best decision we made. Shawn was absolutely awesome and made our ceremony extra special. Personable, professional, helpful, flexible, and funny, Shawn was easy to work with and provided us with excellent tips to help our ceremony run smoothly. He made our ceremony personal and memorable. You won’t regret using Young Hip and Married!

—Terrie & Martin
Married by Shawn, May 2024

I couldn’t be happier with Young Hip & Married for our wedding officiant services! Shawn was professional, personable, and truly made our ceremony unique and memorable. He took the time to get to know us, creating a heartfelt and entertaining script and his flexibility and responsiveness made planning stress-free!

We are so grateful for Young Hip and Married making our helicopter elopement so special. Highly recommend!

—K&C
Married by Shawn, May 2024

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