The marriage age is now 18 for both sexes. The consent of at least one parent or guardian is required for a person aged 16 or 17 to get married. Males at the time of marriage must be at least 18 years of age, while females aged 16–17 can marry with the consent of at least one parent or guardian.

How old does a man have to be to get married?

If you are 18 years or older, you can marry without your parents permission. If you are 16 or 17 years old, you can marry if you have your parent or guardians permission or a court order allowing you to get married. You cannot marry in Alberta if you are under 16 years of age.