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Cost of Renewing Vows Could Rise

The Honeymoon Capital of the World considering options

There's a chance the cost to renew marriage vows in Niagara Falls, the Honeymoon Capital of the World, could go up.

Right now it's $59 for a local couple, while visitors pay $100.

City councillor Chris Dabrowski pointed out Niagara Falls is a world class city, with world class impact, and it should not undersell itself.  "I would love to see 2 or 3 options, whether it be a package that starts at $150 or $200.  Offer up a $500 or $1,000 caveat, with all those options."

Councillor Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg agreed, but added there's more important issues that a $59 fee.

She also says it's a special ceremonial event.  "It seems like the taste just doesn't seem right, that what's the point of renewing a vow for $59, it just doesn't have the impact or the significance of something very ceremonial.  Just from a ceremonial point of view, I think it's very.... cheap."

City staff will look at a number of package options.

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