At the time, they were both students at the University of Waterloo—Ella in Global Business and Digital Arts, and Thomas in Nanotechnology Engineering. Their first date was at Mel’s Diner, where Thomas insisted she try one of their famous milkshakes. From there, they walked around campus, talking for hours, and everything just felt right. They officially started dating on March 31st, 2022, and from that day on, they became inseparable.

University life came with its challenges—stressful exams, endless projects, and late-night study sessions—but they supported each other through it all. In between, they made time for long walks, late-night drives filled with music, and picking up new hobbies together. One of their favourite adventures was starting a small plant business, growing and selling carnivorous plants and succulents. Thomas brought his gardening expertise, and Ella took care of the design and marketing. It was a fun and successful venture, and one they hope to return to in the future.

Their little family grew when they adopted their first bunny, Boba, from the KW Humane Society. Told he was a dwarf rabbit, they quickly learned he was anything but! Raising him together was a joy, leading them to adopt Junie, a sweet people and food-loving bunny in need of a home. Soon after, they inherited an elderly budgie, Dinkie, and later adopted two more—Dino and Pikachu—so he wouldn’t be lonely. Now, their home is filled with love, feathers, and fluffy bunny hops, and they wouldn’t have it any other way.

E&T

Wedding Day

2:00 PM

2:00 PM

Ceremony

5:00 PM–1:00 AM

5:00 PM–1:00 AM

Reception