Maid Of Honor - Stephanie Castaneda

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Stephanie is a good friend of Amy’s and has known her since grade 7. Amy has always been a wonderful friend who Stephanie could depend on, and it is truly an honour for her to stand beside Amy on her wedding day. 

Stephanie married George Castaneda in 2004 and has very recently welcomed Philip as a new addition to their family.

Best Man - Craig Schiele

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A man of action, this guy doesn't mess around. You want to get straight to the point? He's all over that. Beating around the bush is not his style, in fact, 9 times out of 10, people are impressed by his direct approach. Express trains could take some pointers from this efficient directiveness, (which now exists as a word thanks to him). And at this wedding, he will make no exception. Don't expect a lot of flowery language or sugar coated tip toeing around... no sir, instead, just know that you're going to be dealt the hard facts. And you know what? you wouldn't be able to handle him otherwise.

Bridesmaid - Lisa Ngo

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Lisa is a longtime friend of the bride; she has known Amy for 18 years. Amy is a very honest and direct individual and her friendship has been greatly appreciated over the years. Lisa is happy to take part in the celebration of Amy and Steve’s union. 

Lisa will be attending with her longtime boyfriend Milton; as with Amy and Steve, they love traveling whenever the opportunity arises.

Groomsman - Corey Brooks

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Corey is an uncle of the Groom. With only a few years difference in age, Steve and Corey grew up more like cousins. What 8 year old would call an 10 year old ‘Uncle’ anyway? Corey moved to Sydney, Australia and enjoyed a fun-filled beach lifestyle. It was 'downunder' where he met a fair maiden of his own, and for the past 3 years, he and his lovely Australian partner, Tara have been living in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Corey andTara enjoy travelling and had their first extended travel in Vietnam, where they rented a small beach hut and lived on yummy Phở! Collectively they hold 3 national passports, which will come in handy if they ever need to make a quick getaway.

Bridesmaid - Cristen Willer Abecasis

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Cristen is the sister of the groom.  She's nearly four years younger than Steve, and has fond memories of him protecting her from school bullies, and occasionally teasing her (when their parents weren't looking).  

Cristen married Gonçalo in Lisbon, Portugal in 2003 and they live in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  They have two little girls, Lucia and Emma, and are expecting another baby in September.

Groomsman - Chris Duong

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Chris is the youngest of 3 siblings with Amy being in the middle.  Amy from a very young age
was always driven and career focused. I can remember many times coming home in the late
hours of the night to find Amy still up studying on her desk and knew that she'll be still at it long
after I went to sleep.

From trying to keep me out of trouble to being the 'woman of the house', Amy was always there
for me.  So when the family got news of the wedding they were ecstatic for her since they
knew she can't go wrong. We all love you both and wish nothing but the best for you two.

Flower Girls - Lucia and Emma Abecasis

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Flower girls Lucia and Emma are Steve's nieces.  The sisters will be 4 and almost 2 at the time of the wedding. Both girls are very excited to be flower girls for Steve and Amy.