Piratheepan&Shivanna
August 26, 2026
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Wedding Details
Wedding Ceremony
Canada Kanthaswamy Temple
Scarborough, Ontario
Ceremony Time
8:00 AM
We are so excited to celebrate this sacred moment with our family and loved ones.
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Registry & Gifts
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How it began
Our Story
Our story began with one simple swipe right, neither of us knowing that it would lead us all the way to forever.
On November 8, 2017, we met at Milestones for our first date. We were both so shy and nervous, but somewhere between the awkward smiles, quiet conversations, and little laughs, everything started to feel easy.
After that night, we quickly became inseparable. One date turned into spending every day together, and just nine days later, on November 17, 2017, we officially started dating.
Since then, we have grown together, laughed through countless moments, made more memories than we can count, and built a love that feels like home.
We started dating after nine days, and now, nearly nine years later, we are getting married!
What started as a first date between two very shy people became the beginning of our favourite story.
And now, we cannot wait to see where forever takes us.
She said yes
The Proposal
On August 17, 2024, Pira asked the question that would change our lives forever.
In a beautiful, quiet place surrounded by trees, our family, and so much love, we shared one of the most special moments of our lives. It was emotional, unforgettable, and everything we could have hoped for.
The rest of the night was spent celebrating with the people we love most. There were happy tears, heartfelt hugs, drinks, dancing, laughter, and so many memories we will cherish forever.
It was a night filled with love, happiness, and excitement for everything still to come… the perfect beginning to our next chapter together.
What to expect
Tamil Wedding Traditions
A few moments you'll experience during our ceremony — here's what to expect.
Nischayathartham
Engagement blessings and family traditions.
Kasi Yathrai
A playful tradition symbolizing the groom's journey and the bride's family welcoming him back.
Muhurtham
The sacred wedding ceremony where the couple receives blessings and begins married life.
Thaali Ceremony
The tying of the thaali, one of the most meaningful moments of the ceremony.
Blessings
Family and guests bless the couple as they begin their new chapter.
Celebration
A joyful gathering with family, food, photos, and love.
What to wear
Dress Code
We would love for our guests to dress in elegant wedding attire. Traditional South Asian attire is welcome and encouraged.
Suggested colours
We'd love to see our guests in warm, earthy tones — golds, ambers, and rich reds and browns, like the palette below.
- Gold Sand
- Herbal Gold
- Desert Tan
- Candle Cream
- Merlot
- Redwood
- Brick
- Bronze
- Chestnut
- Mystic Ember
- Autumn
- Spiced Caramel
- Golden Saffron
- Burnt Orange
- Terracotta Rose
- Copper Dusk
- Olive
- Mosswood
- Mosaic
Getting there
Travel & Parking
A few helpful details to make your journey to the temple as smooth as possible.
Parking
There will be parking spots available around the temple.
When to Arrive
We recommend arriving 20–30 minutes early to allow time for parking, finding your seats, and settling in before the ceremony begins.
Moments
Gallery
A few of our favourite moments together.
Good to know
FAQ
Please arrive by 7:30 AM so you have time to park and find your seat before the ceremony begins at 8:00 AM.