Victoria BC Wedding Photographers // St. Ann's Academy & Theatre

The main entrance to the Academy and its grounds features an arched wrought-iron gateway opening onto a 100-meter oak-lined driveway leading to the grand staircase entrance to the historic Chapel. Together, the driveway and staircase offer excellent settings for dramatic wedding photographs.

The Chapel is an interfaith, non-denominational facility which welcomes ceremonies of all religious faiths and belief systems, as well as non-religious ceremonies. The Chapel accommodates 125 people in the pews, 150 with extra chairs. The Novitiate Garden can accommodate up to 150 people seated, and the bench-lined gazebo can seat up to 50 people for a smaller, less formal gathering. Forty folding wooden chairs are available for your use; further equipment or furnishings can be rented if desired. Weddings in the Chapel include the use of the Interpretive Centre area (Chapel, Foyer, Anterooms and Novitiate Garden) during your access time. The Novitiate Garden does not rent separately from the Chapel. The Chapel is available as bad weather back-up for Novitiate Garden weddings, while Chapel weddings also have access to the Novitiate Garden for photo sessions, receiving lines, etc. during the booked time. The Academy Green is a large, open grassy area located in front of the St. Ann’s Academy building and to the west of the main driveway. It can accommodate larger groups for the gala tented affair of your dreams. The area measures approximately 65’ by 130’ (20 x 40 metres). Looking for a more rustic setting? The Orchard located on the other side of the driveway is also available. Some couples prefer the simplicity of the Auditorium for their indoor wedding. St. Ann’s Auditorium is a 200-seat venue that provides a theatre-like setting including a stage accessed via a centre staircase. The historic Sisters’ Parlour and adjacent Foyer are perfect for a cocktail or tea-style reception for 50 people.

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