

About me
Hi, I'm Marisa
Welcome to Olive Events
If there's one thing you should know about me, it's that I genuinely love people. I love hearing your story, learning what matters most to you, and getting to play a small part in one of the biggest days of your life. It never feels ordinary, and I hope it never does.
When I'm not coordinating weddings, you'll usually find me at my little cottage on the acreage my husband and I call home, spending time outside, exploring Vancouver Island, or curled up with one, or all three, of my cats. Home has always been my favourite place, and I think that's why I love creating spaces where people feel comfortable and connected with the people they love most.
Building Olive Events has been one of the greatest adventures of my life, but I certainly haven't done it alone. It truly takes a village to build a business, and I feel incredibly lucky to work alongside so many talented vendors, creative minds, and an incredible team who care just as deeply about creating meaningful experiences for our couples.
Whether it's me or one of our wonderful team leads by your side on your wedding day, my hope is always the same. That you feel supported, fully cared for, and completely free to enjoy every moment.
When you choose Olive Events, you're choosing a team that is genuinely there for you, and honoured to be part of your story.

candice
I can’t thank you enough, you made all my dreams come true.

candice
I gotchu babe

candice
I gotchu babe
My heritage
I'm proudly Portuguese Canadian/Métis.
Origins of Olive Events
Olive Events is named after my very first true love, my cat, Oliver.
How I recharge
One of my favourite ways to recharge is heading out for a quiet hike or walk.
down time activity
I'm an avid fantasy reader.
other hats i wear
Outside of weddings, I'm also an actor and voice over artist.
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Fun Facts
I'm also convinced that a good cup of tea can fix almost anything... although coffee definitely has its place when wedding weekends roll around.
Our Philosophy
At Olive Events, we believe every wedding should feel like an honest reflection of the couple getting married.
Our role isn't to tell you what your wedding should look like. It's to help you create a celebration that feels authentic to you while making the planning process feel organized, enjoyable, and a whole lot less stressful.
Whether you continue planning on your own or invite us back to coordinate your wedding day, our goal is the same.
To help you feel confident every step of the way.
