"I wanted to thank you again for all your help. The wedding was beautiful, and I felt like I really did get time to enjoy it. Everyone told me it's a whirlwind and it goes by so fast that you didn't notice anything, but that wasn't the case at all, and I think it's because I knew you were there watching over things. There were a couple of times where I started to freak out and worry about stuff, and Dan just said, we have Leah here and she'll take care of it. And you did." Anne Marie & Dan February 6, 2010
Eric Lau - Yes I Do Photos
"Our wedding simply couldn't have happened without Leah. Coming from the US, we had a church and hall, and that's it. Leah recommended all of our vendors, and with only one visit took our ideas and turned them into a reality beyond our imagining. From coordinating with the vendors to a few surprises mixed in, she gave us a "platinum wedding" on a silver budget. She helped us have the wedding day of our dreams that more than exceeded our expectations. We simply cannot recommend Elan Weddings enough." Rachelle & Ben September 19, 2009
John Bauld Photography
"You were truly amazing! We could not have asked for a better wedding coordinator. Everything was perfect and we owe it all to you! Thank you for being awesome and there for us!" Jessica & Justin May 17, 2009
Photo by Sisters Photography
"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your time and commitment on our wedding day. It was nice to be able to relax and know that everything was in good hands. Ryan and I were very lucky to have you!!" Kelly & Ryan May 2, 2009
Wild Orchid Creations Photo
"Leah I don't think I could ever express into words how thankful we are to have had you around! You are amazing! I really didn't have to worry about anything. If there was a fluke hurricane that swept through I probably wouldn't have even noticed it with you there! I don't know what to say but you are truly blessed! You are definitely on point with everything you do and got everything covered! You and Amy were like guardian angels sent from heaven :)" Tammy & Kwesi April 4, 2009
Xero Digital Photo
"Having you (and your assistant) help out for the wedding day was fantastic.We used you for the day of the event, but I did need a little guidance and "calming" down along the way, and you were more than happy to assist.Working with Leah was a fantastic experience. She was relaxed and confident. She was able to get things done in a very efficient manner and had everything ready to go when needed.I have already recommended your services to a couple of my friends and would not have changed a thing.You went above and beyond for us, checking us into our hotel prior to the ceremony, and were flexible to come to us to get the luggage.Thank you so much for making our wedding day what we had imagined." Karyn & Brendan January 17, 2009
Jennifer Images Photo
“Thank you so much for everything you did to make our wedding day so special.Having a planner assist us for one of the most important days of our lives was probably the best investment we made throughout the wedding planning process.We spent 2.5 years planning our wedding, however you made sure our dream was realized by keeping everything and everyone on track, not to mention tending to all the minor and major details.It was so nice to simply be able to enjoy our special day together and enjoy the company of family and friends, knowing everything was being taken care of.If there was one thing I would recommend to any future brides and grooms, it would be to enlist the service of a wedding planner, if not to help plan the wedding, certainly to provide assistance on the day of.And I would definitely recommend Elan Weddings.Thanks so much Leah!!!” Kristina & Brian October 4, 2008
Azure Blue Photo
"What a WONDERFUL wedding! Everything ran sooooo smoothly thanks to you. It was exactly the wedding I had pictured. And the added bonus...John and I had a great time! We've had lots of great comments on how beautiful everything was at the wedding...food, flowers, decor, setting, dress and on and on..." Debra & John September 20, 2008
Azure Blue Photo
“Leah contributed outstanding competence and experience, foresight and contingency planning, a network of suppliers, related advice and counsel (even mediation) of the toughest problems and situations, and peace of mind during both Planning and Execution of the event. Yet throughout the process, my wife and daughter were in control, taking the right decisions. Financially, I am certain that Leah “paid for herself” several times over, while never once compromising the quality of the event. She had effective solutions to the most obscure problems. There is no substitute for a combination of attitude, aptitude and experience.”(from the Father of the Bride) Anne & Manson August 16, 2008
Xero Digital Photo
“Leah made my wedding. I knew from my first meeting with her that she was going to be the one to keep me calm on my wedding day. I have some interesting family dynamics, and it was important to me that on my day, all I had to think about was feeling. Leah made that happen. Her smile, calm and professional attitude carried away any concern I might have had. I have nothing but awesome things to say about Leah.” Ingrid & Mike July 12, 2008
Mango Studios Photo
"We can't thank you enough for all the work you put into making our special day a success. It was a perfect day! We couldn't have done it without you. Everyone had a wonderful time, the decorations were beautiful, and everything ran smoothly, according to plan. You are a pleasure to work with and a wonderful person. We highly recommend you to anyone planning a wedding; as far as Justin is concerned, a wedding without you in charge is just a financial and emotional disaster waiting to happen (not to be melodramatic or anything)." Laurie & Justin June 21, 2008
"Rob & I wanted to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping make our big day a fabulous one!! We could not have asked for a more fantastic wedding coordinator to fly down south with us!! Our friends and family had nothing but wonderful things to say about Leah and her assistant ;)!! Like I said you helped make everything absolutely fabulous!!! You even had two rainbows appear after we said I do!!!" Andrea & Rob January 8, 2008
John Bauld Photo
"How do we ever begin to thank you enough for everything you have done for us over the past year and a half. Our fairytale wedding is a reality and we have you to thank. You have been such an amazing help and sense of support throughout our journey. Thank you for being there when we needed you. You constantly go above and beyond. We sincerely appreciate all your hard work." Christie & Bill October 6, 2007
Scott Young Photography
“Mark and I wanted to say a big THANK YOU for everything you did for us. It was great to have you there and we don’t know what we would have done without you. Everyone commented on how great you are and how nice it was getting to know you. THANKS again.” Lisa & Mark September 22, 2007
Trina Koster Photography
“Thank you for all of your expert advice, calm guidance and assistance throughout these past months with all of the wedding preparations. Our day was everything Peter and I hoped it would be. We had had so many compliments from our guests. We could not have done it without your help. Your support and presence on the day was so comforting. For everything, thank you.” Kathleen & Peter September 8, 2007
Jordan Morrison Photography
“Michelle was very professional yet fit in like a friend of the family. After the wedding my older daughter said Michelle was someone you would like to keep as a friend and I agree. I think this is the highest level of compliment that you could give to a service provider. My only regret is that I should have engaged Michelle’s services for the planning and not just the [day of] coordination.”
(from the Mother of the Bride) Sara & Jeff August 4, 2007
Azure Blue Photography
“We would like to sincerely thank you for all your help & hard work with preparation for our wedding day. You’ve made the day run very smoothly so that Francis & I could enjoy every moment!” Katherine & Francis August 4, 2007
Mehrab Moghadasian Photography
“Leah did a great job calming our nerves, assuring us things would go well, and then delivering on those promises. She really helped us have the wedding day we planned and it was beautiful and exactly what we wanted. Thanks!” Donaya & Graeme June 21, 2007
www.lifeimages.ca
“Andy and I wanted to express our gratitude for doing such a fabulous job at our wedding on Friday May 11th, 2007. You definitely made it so much easier. And if you ever need a referral we would be more than glad to provide one.” Marijo & Andy May 11, 2007
Giant Leap Photography
“My saviour!!! I can’t thank her enough for doing so much for me. I hired her for the day of the wedding only, as I was able to do all the planning up until then. I’m so glad I hired her because she knew about all the little details that I had no idea about and helped the day run smoothly! She had a back up plan for everything and was prepared for anything that could go wrong. I’m not a very picky person and if anything small had gone wrong I would have shrugged it off anyway, but knowing Leah was there to help was still a big weight taken off my shoulders. She helped us truly enjoy our day without lifting a finger!! If you can afford a day-of coordinator GET ONE!!! It’s worth every penny!! And make it Leah!! Thank you so much Leah for all your hard work and for putting up with us and our families!!!” Dana & Kyle March 30, 2007
Christina Charlesworth Photography
“I just wanted to take a moment to say a very BIG THANK YOU for making our wedding day so absolutely MAGICAL. We have been getting rave reviews about everything from decor, set up to how smooth everything went. It was flawless to our guests. I am sure there were lots of things going on behind the scenes but it was never apparent to myself or my guests. Thank you for making our dream wedding come true, we couldn't have done it without you.” Jody & Kai December 2, 2006
Photo by The Art of Weddings
“Thanks to Leah and Ana Maria, our wedding was the most memorable and happy day of our lives.Henry and I are so thankful to have you both at our wedding.You kept the day organized, calm, and most importantly worry free for us.We were able to enjoy the day completely knowing that the details of the wedding were well taken care of by you.Even when the unexpected fire alarm sounded during our ceremony, you were able to react quickly and resolve the problem smoothly. We received so many complements on how well the wedding was coordinated and how beautiful everything was.But, we know that wouldn't have been possible without you. We thank you for everything and appeciate your hardwork and effort in making our dream wedding come true.” Emily & Henry September 23, 2006
Azure Blue Photography
“Both Leah and Ana Maria made our day fantastic. I didn't have to worry about a thing, and Leah was very good to make sure that everything was to schedule. Leah's services are definitely worth every penny. I was a little apprehensive in the beginning to hire a wedding planner because I am so hands on, but it ended up that I really needed her help because I should be enjoying the day, which is what ended up happening. Leah's Mary Poppins bag was amazing, and even had slippers for my bridesmaids when their shoes no longer agreed with their feet. It was just great to have someone who knows about weddings help with the organization, the delivery of promised, and project management. I recommend that everyone should hire Leah and her team of professionals to at least help with the wedding day. If I could do it over, I would hire Leah's full services to help with even the planning instead of just the day of. All I can say is that you both helped to make my day perfect and memorable, thank you so much :)” Sheree & Young September 9, 2006
Photo by Kim Lovell
“Leah helped quite a bit with the prep leading up to the day and on the day of the wedding I felt rest assured all was well. She was very professional and dealt with all people in a professional manner even if they were not professional toward her. Having a coordinator gave me and my husband peace of mind and allowed our families to enjoy the day. Thank you for all your time and help really it made our day.” Edna & Chi August 6, 2006
Photo by Willie
“I found the services provided by Elan Wedding Consultants excellent! Leah and Anna Maria were patient, helpful, organized and very professional. Their services went a long way in helping to make my wedding day a great success! I would highly recommend Elan Wedding Consultants to any couple planning a wedding!” Nkemjika & Emmanuel July 16, 2006
Photo by Eric Lau Photography
“Cheryl and I just wanted to thank you both for all of your help over the last month.Because of you, everything went off without a hitch. Ana Maria, you were perfect with all of the vendors, wedding party and with us.Your personality made it so easy for everybody to get along and execute on their responsibilities. Leah, I know that our wedding was kind of an evaluation period for Ana Maria.I would just like to say that our expectations were completely exceeded.Ana Maria did an incredible job and I could only see her being a huge asset to your business going forward. We will spread the word about the two of you as much as we can. Thanks again and all the best” Cheryl & Brendon July 1, 2006
Photo by andreasphoto.ca
“We had the absolute pleasure of having Leah and her team at Elan Weddings co-ordinate our wedding day. I can't say enough good things about Leah - she was an absolute dream, a calming influence and a total professional. I've told many people (much to their disbelief!) but having Leah co-ordinate our wedding day made it one of the LEAST stressful days of our lives! We were able to relax and enjoy every minute knowing that Leah was there taking care of all the details. We were never once bothered by a vendor with any questions, and if anything did go wrong that day, we still don't know about it. Leah, you helped contribute to making our day perfect. Your dedication and professionalism helped to create a day that will fondly be remembered and lovingly retold. We are so grateful for your contribution to our day! Thank you again for making our day an unforgettable one!” Jennifer & Adam May 13, 2006
Photo by Elementz of Fotographie
“I don’t know what I would have done without Leah. She is sweet, friendly, helpful, organized, and can be firm and polite at the same time when people are out of line. We met a few times before the wedding so that she could help with vendors (both recommending them and working out the details of the ones we had chosen), organizing the day, decorations, the ceremony details, you name it. She was so helpful with the little details that we wouldn’t have thought of. She ran our rehearsal wonderfully for us, and when the wedding day came, I didn’t have to lift a finger or worry about a thing (which was a big deal, since we did all of the decorations, place cards, etc ourselves). She decorated our ceremony and reception sites perfectly, dealt with all of the vendors, and is an improvising queen when things don’t go as planned. Perhaps most importantly, she had a way of calming me down instantly every time I started to panic (like when I was late arriving: I hate even being one minute late to anything!). She made my day stress free. I love this woman.” Denise & Chris October 2, 2005
Cliff Spicer Photography
“We were so happy to have you as part of our wedding day!Even though we won this package, we never felt less important then a paying customer.Every question we ever asked was promptly and effectively answered.The planning meeting was awesome and was really helpful in getting the itinerary ironed out.Because of the well planned itinerary, the wedding day went smoothly.To be honest, I don't know if you were there on time, what you wore or if we kept perfectly to the itinerary.All I know is that I felt absolutely no stress on my wedding day.I ate, I danced and I said I Do (well not in that order!) and at the end of the day it was more than I had dreamed it would be.We both have said that our wedding was the best we've ever been to, although we may be biased!We are so thankful to you for your help and I will truly miss working with you! I will not hesitate to recommend you to others.” Jennifer & Ian September 24, 2005
Photo by Boston Avenue
“Leah - thank you so much for helping us make our wedding day a day that we will look back upon with the fondest of memories.Your very presence on the day of let me relax and enjoy the friends and family that had come from near and far to be with us.I thoroughly enjoyed working with you.” Nancy & Christopher September 17, 2005
“Thank you for all of your help in planning our wedding.I honestly don't know how we would have done it without you.We truly appreciate your care and attention to detail, your very astute vendor recommendations, your willingness to do all of the things we didn't want to do, and especially your patience and understanding as you saw us through all of the difficult and emotional decisions.It has been a pleasure working with you and Leah.” Dorothy & Peter July 30, 2005
360mm Photo
"Leah was extremely reliable for the months leading up to the wedding and especially the day-of. Leah was the go-to person for everything, which allowed me to completely relax and fully absorb my wedding day. Leah's experience in wedding planning was invaluable. By trusting her advice, allowing her to plan and direct the schedule of to-do's, and using her recommended suppliers, Leah saved me a lot of time and money and eliminated a lot of unnecessary stress. My wedding day was perfect and I amtruly thankful for Leah's help in making this day exceed my expectations. Thank you!!!" Monica & Sean May 29, 2004
“From our initial meeting with Leah (and we hired her on the spot), I knew I had met a soul mate in the area of organization. Not only is Leah organized but she is professional, friendly, calm and a pillar of energy. Leah has a personal way about her that just makes you feel “everything will be fine”. My daughters’ summed it up by saying, “We love Leah. She tells us what to do but doesn’t make us feel like she is telling us what to do.” I never once worried about a thing on my wedding day. I knew Leah would “make everything happen”. She knew what we wanted and would make the right judgment calls as needed. The best part was that no one came up to meet asking “do you want…..” or “should we…..”, etc., etc., etc. I was completely free to enjoy our wedding – no worries – and every time I had a weak moment and thought about some little thing that was suppose to happen…..poof!.....magically, Leah had already handled it. Do not wait to hire this incredible woman. She is a treasure and a gem. On top of everything else, anyone who could put up with our crazy ushers and best man who I hear dragged Leah onto the dance floor….deserves a medal. Hiring Leah was one of the best decisions we made!” Karen & Paul November 21, 2003
“Both Harald and I had the best time at our wedding, it was a great party. Harald, especially, was singing your praises…I think the chalk you produced to fix the bloodstain on my brother's shirt absolutely blew him away! Leah, this was an amazing wedding and we couldn't have done it without you. Thank you so much, having you there to arrange things (like spontaneously coming up with a plan in case we had to have the ceremony indoors) totally helped me relax and not stress out (well, too much!). You were great, and we both really appreciate the effort that you put into the whole event” Andrea & Harald September 27, 2003
Boston Avenue Photography
“The best reason for hiring Julie is that I was able to completely enjoy my day without worrying about everything-- what was going on at the church, if everything we being set up properly at the reception, etc. I just relaxed and enjoyed my wedding day, and that piece of mind was worth every penny. My mother, who was initially wary of hiring a wedding planner, ended up paying their fee herself because she felt it took such a load off of her! She did so much at my sister's wedding three years ago that she was quite exhausted by the end. At my wedding she felt more like a guest than a hostess, and I was so happy that she enjoyed herself. She's also vowed to hire Julie when my youngest sister gets married. Working with Julie is like working with your most organized girlfriend. She gets everything done to your exact specifications, but you also feel like she is a good friend who really cares about making your day perfect.” Lisa & Quillan September 26, 2003
“Leah Elliott was amazing! I would definitely recommend her to anyone. She was professional, friendly and I felt so calm having her there on my wedding day. She did an absolutely amazing job! Thanks Leah!” Nika and Vernon August 30, 2003
Cliff Spicer Photo
“Leah is the absolute best! Her work is priceless – I attribute my “dream” wedding to Leah’s hard work. Leah is extremely patient, funny and super-organized. After many meetings and emails, Leah developed an amazing itinerary and even co-ordinated the rehearsal when we had to change dates last-minute. I was so calm and collected the entire wedding day and I owe this all to Leah (and Julie who was also there to help out). I was able to enjoy the day, dance and drink with my hubby and friends because of Leah’s diligence, patience and attention to detail. Wow.” Johanna & Trevor August 9, 2003
LAD Photo
“Leah is a pleasure. She is calm, professional and easy to work with. I would definitely recommend Elan to anyone who wants their wedding to go off without a hitch. Everyone kept asking why I was so calm up to and on the day of the wedding…I have to say it was all because of Leah!” Lisa & Rex July 1, 2003
Boston Avenue Photo
"She was extremely helpful and easy to work with.She was able to meet with me regularly (I had her [day of] package) and she was very friendly with my family.She listened attentively and carried through with all my requests……I recommend her with flying colors!" Alix & Greg September 1, 2001
