Wedding Videography Packages in Canada: What They Cost and Include (2026)

Published: July 30, 2026 Last reviewed: July 30, 2026.

There is no reliable single “Canadian average” that fits every city and production style. A better comparison uses current published package examples and then normalizes hours, crew, films, audio, tax and add-ons.

Published package examples checked today

Vendor and market	Published example	Important inclusions or limits
Clique Film, Vancouver	Packages shown from $2,000; higher tiers at $3,000 and $5,000.	Entry example lists 1–3 hours, one videographer and a highlight film.
Viking Film, Ottawa	6 hours at $2,199 + HST; 8 hours at $2,599 + HST.	Raw footage requires the client’s drive; drone use depends on weather and permissions.
Lumena Films, Toronto	10-hour full-day videography at $3,800 + HST; a 12-hour/two-videographer option at $4,600 + HST.	Compare the stated team and deliverables, not price alone.
Forever After, Vancouver	Video packages shown from $3,600.	Published starting offer includes two videographers and 8+ hours.
Springtide Media, Calgary	9-hour full day shown at $3,500.	Add-ons are priced separately on the vendor page.

These are vendor-published examples—not quotes, endorsements or market averages. Availability, tax, travel and pricing can change. Ask for a dated written proposal.

What changes the price

Coverage hours and whether preparation happens at multiple locations.
One filmmaker versus a two-person crew.
Highlight length, documentary edit and full ceremony/speeches.
Audio capture and backup recorders.
Drone operation, which requires lawful airspace, permission and suitable weather.
Travel, accommodation, tax, rush delivery and physical media.
Raw footage, project files and long-term archive policy.

Questions that reveal the real package

How many continuous hours and how is overtime charged?
Who will film the wedding, and may the company substitute a shooter?
Which final films are guaranteed and what are their approximate lengths?
Are vows and speeches recorded with dedicated microphones?
What happens if equipment fails or the filmmaker is ill?
Are music licences included for online delivery?
When is the estimated delivery window, and how many revisions are included?
How long are footage and final files retained?

Do you need raw footage?

“Raw footage” may mean unedited camera clips, not a watchable chronological film, and audio may be stored separately. Ask what format is supplied, whether colour or sound is corrected, how large the files are and whether you must provide a drive.

Choosing by intent

A short elopement may need a small highlight package. Couples who value spoken memories should prioritize reliable audio and full ceremony/speech edits. A multi-location or culturally complex event may benefit from two videographers and longer coverage. Start with the memories you want to replay, then price the production needed to capture them.

Explore more providers in our Canadian wedding videography directory.