Toronto — A new addition to Toronto’s Junction neighbourhood is changing the way couples say “I do.” Permission Slip Studios, a creative studio and micro wedding chapel at 1865 Davenport Road, is offering couples a chic, stress-free, and affordable way to tie the knot.
Founded by event organizer Victoria Stacey and realtor Nataleigh Ballantyne, the space blends creativity and community with a growing trend toward micro weddings — intimate ceremonies with fewer than 50 guests.
The duo launched their venue earlier this month, hosting their first wedding on October 3, officiated by drag artist Fluffy Soufflé. Their mission: to make weddings beautiful, personal, and budget-friendly without sacrificing style.
A New Take on “Happily Ever After”
With rising living costs and shifting priorities, more couples are trading lavish banquets for smaller, meaningful celebrations. According to The Knot, 57% of engaged couples in 2025 are considering micro weddings.
Permission Slip Studios caters to this trend with two simple packages:
- “True Romance” — a one-hour officiant signing ceremony for $888
- “You’re So Cool” — a full experience including cake, champagne toast, officiant, and photographer for $2,222
Couples can also add floral arrangements for $350, including bouquets, boutonnieres, and a small ceremony setup.
“People want the option of doing something smaller and more intimate, while also being taken care of,” said Ballantyne. “The wedding industry has finally recognized that.”
Ballantyne previously ran Love Shack Toronto, a micro wedding planning company known for its pop-up chapel in a shipping container at Stackt Market. She says the pandemic accelerated demand for smaller, more flexible ceremonies.
More Than a Wedding Chapel
When not hosting weddings, Permission Slip Studios doubles as a community event space. The founders host creative workshops, local markets, and film screenings — including Stacey’s popular Bookworm Market, which showcases pre-loved books and literary art from local vendors.
“I’ve worked with a lot of venues, and there’s always something you wish you could control,” Stacey said. “Now, I have that freedom — and I can offer it to others.”
Community members can also rent the studio for private gatherings, creative pop-ups, or social clubs.
“The name Permission Slip Studios is about giving ourselves and others permission — to create, to connect, and to celebrate love,” Stacey explained.
Ballantyne added, “We built a space for creativity, community, and love — and we want everyone who walks in to feel welcome.”