How the Mariez Marketplace Simplifies Finding Wedding Vendors
Finding a photographer, caterer, or wedding venue in Quebec has never been easier. Here is how the Mariez Marketplace works.
One of the most time-consuming steps in wedding planning is finding vendors. Between Google searches, Facebook groups, friend recommendations, and Instagram profile browsing, it is easy to spend hours without making real progress. The Mariez Marketplace was built to change that.
Moderated Listings, and a Badge for Verified Vendors
The Mariez Marketplace is not a directory. Listings from unverified vendors go through a 24-hour review period before they are published, and our team can reject or suspend any listing that breaks the rules. That limits abandoned accounts and dead phone numbers.
Vendors whose identity and payouts are validated through Stripe carry a Verified badge. The “Verified only” filter shows only those.
Each profile includes:
- The vendor name and detailed service description
- Category (photography, catering, venue, flowers, music, beauty, decor, etc.)
- City and region served
- A starting price, packages, and an FAQ
- Reviews from couples
- A contact and quote request form
All Categories in One Place
The Marketplace covers every vendor you need for your wedding:
- Photographers and videographers — capture your day forever
- Reception venues — estates, halls, hotels, unique spaces
- Caterers — plated dinners, buffets, food trucks, cocktail receptions
- Florists and decorators — bouquets, centrepieces, arches
- Music — DJs, live bands, ceremony musicians
- Beauty — hair stylists, makeup artists
- Officiants — celebrants, notaries, justices of the peace
- Transportation — limousines, classic cars, shuttles
How to Use the Marketplace Effectively
1. Define Your Criteria Before Searching
Before opening the Marketplace, note down:
- Your maximum budget for this category
- Your wedding date
- Your city or region
- 2 or 3 words describing your style
2. Filter by Category and Region
The Marketplace lets you filter vendors by category, city, service area, service language, and rating. Focus on vendors in your region to avoid surprise travel fees.
3. Compare Multiple Profiles
Do not contact the first vendor you like. Favourite 4 to 6 profiles, compare them, then send quote requests in parallel.
4. Ask the Right Questions
When contacting a vendor through Mariez, immediately specify:
- Your wedding date
- Approximate guest count
- Your indicative budget
- Your specific expectations
This allows the vendor to respond with a relevant proposal rather than a generic reply.
Are You a Wedding Vendor in Quebec?
If you offer wedding services in Quebec and want to join the Mariez Marketplace, read our complete guide for vendors. Publishing a service is free: Mariez only takes 5% of the deposits paid through the platform.