He needs the passport so she can photocopy it and to apply for his permanent resident visa.
Mami, have your fiance check with the judge that is marrying you.
They will be able to tell him exactly what he needs. Although the basic requirements are the same (cedula and birth certificate), in some instances they may ask for the single status affadavit as well.
Also, don't bother rushing with the passport because you need to have his cedula changed to say married and the police check and medical done at the last minute as well.
No point in wasting money for rush service on the passport. Save it for the courier fee ($60CAD) he will need to send you all the documents just before you mail in the
PR application.
Sangria