Interesting findings from a reader survey conducted by MARIAGE Québec magazine, a St-Joseph Media publication. The survey was conducted between January and June 2009 among 508 readers who are engaged.
- 86% of engaged couples in Québec already live together (compared to 75% for the national average).
- 16% in Québec believe that it’s acceptable to give cash instead of a wedding gift (compared to 41% for the national average).
- 36% in Québec believe they should have a prenuptial agreement (compared to 22% for the national average).
- 70% in Québec say they’re even more passionate since their engagement (compared to 55% for the national average).
- 56% of men were on their knees when they proposed.
- 37% asked for permission from the future bride’s father.
- 87% of future brides were given a ring and 26% of future couples chose it together.
- At the time of the engagement, the average age of the future bride was 29.7 years old. (It was 27 in 2008).
- 88% of the future grooms won’t see the dress until the big day.
- 19% admit that they haven’t completely forgotten past relationships.
- The average cost of a wedding in Québec is $12,175, a 20% increase from last year, compared to a 1% increase nationally.
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