Canadian music icon, actor, author, and beloved personality Jann Arden’s social media followers often admire the scenic dirt road featured in her posts, where she shares moments of joy and reflection. Known as “Jann’s road,” this rural stretch near her Springbank, Alta., home is a significant backdrop for her content, capturing walks, pet memories, and personal experiences, including the loss and remembrance of her aging parents.
Recently, Jann’s road became the setting for a special announcement as Arden revealed her marriage to Thordis Elva, an Icelandic author and advocate for digital rights and gender equality. Sharing a heartwarming photo of the newlyweds in white attire on Jann’s road, Arden joyfully declared their union on Instagram, marking the occasion on August 15, 2026.
The couple’s wedding, celebrated with close friends and family, was described by Arden as a “beautiful, kickass gathering,” filled with magical moments. Notable guests included former Icelandic first lady Eliza Reid, who playfully claimed credit for inadvertently bringing the couple together at a writers’ retreat in Iceland.
The wedding also saw the presence of various Canadian celebrities and media personalities, such as Danny Ramadan, Dani Kind, Cynthia Loyst, Janis Irwin, and Adrienne Arsenault, along with American comedian Chelsea Handler. Warm wishes poured in from fellow Canadian singers k.d. Lang and Bif Naked, congratulating the newlyweds on their special day.
Thordis Elva, recognized for her advocacy work on gender equality and contributions to the #MeToo movement, was voted Iceland’s Woman of the Year in 2015 and Person of the Year in 2017. The couple, who playfully joked about wedding details on Arden’s podcast, emphasized the importance of normalizing same-sex love and advocating for societal inclusivity.
Looking ahead, the couple plans to embark on a honeymoon in Edinburgh, continuing their journey together with a shared commitment to promoting love and equality.