Parlour

Wedding Day

Welcome

Ceremony

Cocktail hour

Reception

Dance time

Our Wedding

We met at work when Ahmed was a co-op student, and Valerie had just started her first permanent marketing position in Ottawa after returning from Vietnam. There wasn’t some dramatic moment or slow-burning arc. It was instant. Just that quiet, very obvious “oh… this person is kind of amazing” feeling that never really went away.

2019 is where it all started

What started as quiet admiration turned into a partnership built on ambition, kindness, and a sense of home we hadn’t felt before. We’re the kind of couple who push each other to go after the big goals, who celebrate every win (even the tiny ones), and who are absolutely guilty of showing up a little too hard for the people we love.

A love built on partnership 

We survived the weirdest years of our generation, including a pandemic that tested everything for everyone. Instead of pulling us apart, it made us stronger, more grounded, and more certain that we were choosing each other for the long haul. Now here we are, planning a day that reflects the love we built and the life we’re excited to keep growing.

Through It All, We Chose Each Other

Maple and Fraise showed up in our lives overnight (literally, June 13 to June 14, 2018), and everything shifted. These two little chaos agents have been the center of our world ever since, meowing for food, running the house, and keeping us on our toes in the best ways. There’s no Fraise without Maple, and honestly, no “us” without them. As we celebrate our wedding, we’re also celebrating the day they walked in and changed our lives for good.

The furry chapter begins 

Then came Coco Chanel, our official Covid Cat, who joined us in June 2020 and quietly rearranged our whole world. She’s the sweet little soul we’ve taken on road trips, the gentle presence who somehow balances out Maple and Fraise’s chaos, and the shy younger sister who carved out her own spot in our hearts without ever raising her voice. She didn’t just join the family, she completed it.

The Covid-Era Addition

We’re incredibly grateful for the people who’ve been in our corner through every chapter. Your love, support, and happy memories have shaped our lives in ways we don’t take for granted. We can’t wait to celebrate with each of you and share a day that feels like us.

Thank You for Showing Up

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Location & Transportation

Event details

Gifts

Dinner

We have arranged discounted group rates at two hotels near our venue for our wedding guests.

How to Book Online: Use the booking link below and select your check-in and check-out dates to view available rooms. By Phone:- Call 613-236-1133- Ask for In-House Reservations &amp; Quote Group Code: LHW or reference Valerie &amp; Ahmed Wedding Booking Deadline: April 27, 2026After this date, remaining rooms will be released and rates are no longer guaranteed.

Holiday Inn Ottawa Dwtn - Parliament Hill by IHG

How to Book Online: Use the booking link below or email the hotel directly By Phone:- Call Direct Line 613-728-1951 or Toll-free 800-528-1234- Refer to Valerie &amp; Ahmed's Wedding or Block ID 2610 Booking Deadline: May 12, 2026After this date, remaining rooms will be released, and rates are no longer guaranteed.

Valérie & Ahmed

Valérie & Ahmed

V&A

Wedding Day

4:00 PM–4:30 PM

Welcome

4:30 PM–5:00 PM

Ceremony

5:00 PM–6:30 PM

Cocktail hour

6:30 PM–9:00 PM

Reception

9:00 PM–1:00 AM

Dance time