You do not have to be a resident of British Columbia to be married in the province however you are required to obtain a Marriage Licence. You must:

•Have two witnesses
•Apply for a Marriage Licence
•To get married in British Columbia, the Marriage Act requires that the couple get a Marriage Licence.
•You may get married any time during the three-month term of the licence.
•Only one member of the couple needs to apply in person for a marriage licence.
•The marriage licence is issued at the time of application.

For More information, please visit:

http://www.vs.gov.bc.ca/marriage/howto.html