An Okanagan woman is questioning the province’s marriage rules that require the couple, a marriage commissioner and two witnesses to be physically present for the ceremony.

Cindy Pepper thinks B.C. should allow virtual ceremonies, arguing it’s an issue of safety. The Vernon resident and her partner, Jim, would like to tie the knot but feel an in-person ceremony poses an unnecessary risk during the coronavirus pandemic.

For Pepper it’s a question of safety as officials continue to encourage physical distancing. She’s concerned about bringing a group of five people together, particularly if the officiant is presiding

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