The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada
If you’ve been hired as a wedding assistant, you’re not just filling a support role; you’re representing a professional brand and contributing directly to a couple’s most important day.
Here are some key ways to shine as a wonderful wedding assistant, with specific tips from a WPIC-certified perspective
No matter how many years you’ve been in business, each season brings its own challenges. The trick isn’t just to survive it, it’s to protect your energy, keep your business running smoothly, and still love what you do when the season winds down.
As a wedding planner, you’re privy to the behind-the-scenes magic that makes a wedding day seamless. Couples see the beautiful decor, the perfectly timed ceremony, and the smiling vendors, but there’s a whole world of logistics, strategy, and problem-solving happening out of sight.
By Tracey Manaiescu, Co-founder of The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada Inc. The wedding planning industry is constantly evolving, and the most successful planners are the ones who pay attention to what’s happening in real time. Not just with trends, but with challenges and client expectations. We dove into what’s buzzing in wedding forums, professionalRead More
When you first get into the world of wedding planning, it feels like you’re learning everything all at once; Contracts, design, logistics, etiquette, culture, marketing, social media, and all the things that come with running a business and serving people on one of the biggest days of their lives.
Fast-forward a few years (or even just a few months), and you might start to feel like you’ve got the basics down. But here’s the truth that successful wedding pros around the world will tell you: the minute you stop learning, you start falling behind.
So let’s talk about a topic that’s sparking real conversations in our industry globally:
“Are wedding planners keeping up with the evolving needs of modern couples, or are we stuck in the past?”
Whether you’re a few years into your planning journey or a seasoned pro, the key to long-term success isn’t hustling harder… it’s working smarter. That means building systems that support you, setting boundaries that protect you, and showing up as a calm, confident professional your clients can trust.
WPIC Inc. was thrilled to attend the official launch of Igniting Sparks, Building Connections! by WPIC alumna Tamala Ngwang of Especial Events. The afternoon was a vibrant celebration of community, collaboration, and authenticity, true to the spirit of Tamala’s inspiring book.
A few weeks ago, WPIC was honoured to attend an exclusive media event hosted by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation at the stunning Hotel X Toronto.
Being talented isn’t enough. In the wedding industry, education is your superpower.
You can have an eye for design and a heart for love stories, but without proper training? You’re risking burnout, legal issues, and missed opportunities.
Education gives you more than info. It gives you confidence, credibility, and a powerful network of pros who’ve got your back.
Since 2003, we’ve certified over 10,000 wedding professionals in 37 countries through the Wedding Planners Institute of Canada (WPIC Inc.). And I can tell you this with my whole heart, there’s something incredibly powerful about being part of a global community of educated, ethical, and business-savvy planners who take their craft seriously.
