quick facts

Some quick facts with regards to training, certification and legal authorization with Celebrating Life Ministries (CLM):

  • Everyone authorized by CLM works as clergy of CLM.
  • Everyone authorized by CLM must abide by all the standards and bylaws of CLM as required by CLM & the marriage act.
  • Each applicant must agree to the values and beliefs of CLM.
  • Violation of any of these standards will result in immediate removal of membership and registration number. 
  • There is a mandatory two-day training session before authorization and certification.
  • There is a mandatory pre-course reading and research project.
  • A current Police Report is required to complete the application process.
  • A reference will be required by each applicant.
  • CLM provides ordination and certification.
  • Ordination with CLM involves completing our mandatory reading list.
  • Membership with CLM includes; training, electronic resources, ceremony scripts, access to our private Facebook group, member to member support, access to blogs and videos from founder Wayne Prevett and so much more. Read about our members benefits.
  • Certification with OAPWO is automatic upon completion of all training.
  • Training is mandatory.
  • There is an annual membership fee. See our fees page for details.
  • The CLM agreement form will be required to be completed annually.
  • There is regular accountability and inspiration.