Student AffairsOn May 21 and 22 and from June 22 to 26, ³ÉÈË´óƬ is proud to welcome members of the Spring 2026 graduation class back to Kingston to celebrate Convocation.
All Applications for Graduation are made through the SOLUS Student CentrePlease note that completion of an application to graduate does not guarantee the awarding of a degree. Please consult our Student Information page for details related to the application process |
Ceremony Broadcasts and Recordings
- Recordings of each ceremony will be posted for viewing on our Spring 2026 Ceremony Broadcasts page when available.
How to find your ceremony
1. Consult the Schedule of Ceremonies and Celebrations section below to find the specific date, time and venue for your ceremony (based on your Faculty / School and your program of study)
2. Review the applicable section (May Ceremonies or June Ceremonies) for information specific to your ceremony date/time
Convocation Ceremony Schedule
Attention Arts & Science Joint Honours: Please attend ceremony by first alphabetical department, using the Program Plan Code rather than the name.
- For example, if your concentrations are ECON (Economics) in Ceremony 2 and DEVS (Global Development Studies) in Ceremony 9, you will attend based on the alphabetical order of the Program Code, which would be DEVS in Ceremony 9.
| Program | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
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Art Conservation, Master of MAC |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10:00am |
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Art History (ARTH) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Arts Leadership & Arts Management MAAL, AMGD |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Biochemistry (BCHM) PhD, MSc, BScH, BSc |
June Ceremony 7: Thursday, June 25 at 10am |
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Biology (BIOL, BIMA, BIPS) PhD, MSc, BScH, BSc, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 7: Thursday, June 25 at 10am |
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Biomedical Informatics MBI, GDBI |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Biotechnology (BTEC) BScH, BSc |
June Ceremony 7: Thursday, June 25 at 10am |
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Chemistry (CHEM) PhD, MSc, BScH, BSc, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Classical Studies (CLAS, CLST) MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Computing PhD, MSc, BAH, BA, BCmpH, BCmp |
June Ceremony 6: Wednesday, June 24 at 3pm |
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Cultural Studies (CUST) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Drama (DRAM) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Earth & Energy Resource Leadership MEERL |
June Ceremony 9: Friday, June 26 at 10am |
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Earth System Science (EGPY) BScH, BSc |
June Ceremony 9: Friday, June 26 at 10am |
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Economics (APEC, ECON) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 2: Monday, June 22 at 3pm |
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Employment Relations (EMPR) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 10: Friday, June 26 at 2:30pm |
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English Literature & Creative Writing (ENGL) PhD, MA, MPhil, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 6: Wednesday, June 24 at 3pm |
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Environmental Science, Master of MES |
June Ceremony 9: Friday, June 26 at 10:00am |
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Environmental Studies (EBIO, ECHM, EGEO, ELSC, ENSC, ENVS, ETOX) PhD, MSc, BScH, BSc, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 9: Friday, June 26 at 10am |
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Film & Media (FILM) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Fine Art (ARTF) BFAH, BFA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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French Studies (FREN, FRLG) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 6: Wednesday, June 24 at 2:30pm |
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Gender Studies (GNDS) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 6: Wednesday, June 24 at 3pm |
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Geography (GIMS, GISC, GPHY, GPPL) PhD, MSc, MA, BScH, BSc, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Geology (GEOL) BScH, BSc, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Global Development Studies (DEVS) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 9: Friday, June 26 at 10:00am |
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Health Studies (HLTH) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 7: Thursday, June 25 at 10am |
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History (HIST) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 2: Monday, June 22 at 3pm |
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Kinesiology & Health Studies (KHS, KINE) PhD, MSc, MA, BScH, BSc, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 7: Thursday, June 25 at 10am |
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Indigenous Knowledges and Perspectives (INDG) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 6: Wednesday, June 24 at 3pm |
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Industrial Relations, Master of MIR |
June Ceremony 10: Friday, June 26 at 3pm |
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Jewish Studies (JWST) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 6: Wednesday, June 24 at 3pm |
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Languages, Literatures and Cultures (GRMN, GMST, GREK, HISP, ITLN, LANG, LATN, LGST, LING, LLCU, SPAN, SLAS) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 6: Wednesday, June 24 at 3pm |
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Liberal Studies (LIBS) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 2: Monday, June 22 at 3pm |
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Life Sciences (LISC) BScH, BSc |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Mathematics & Statistics (MAST, MATH, STAT) PhD, MSc, BScH, BSc, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Media & Performance Production (MAPP) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Medieval Studies (MDVL) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Music (MUSC) BAH, BA, BMus |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10:00am |
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Music Theatre (MUTH) BMT |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Philosophy (PHIL) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 2: Monday, June 22 at 3pm |
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Physical Education BPHEH, BPHE |
June Ceremony 7: Thursday, June 25 at 10am
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Physics (ASPH, PHYS) PhD, MSc, BScH, BSc |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy (PEPA) PhD, MSc, MASc |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Political Studies (PPEC, POLS) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Psychology (PSYC) PhD, MSc, MA, BScH, BSc, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 9: Friday, June 26 at 10am |
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Public Administration (SPS) MPA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Religious Studies (RELS) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
Ceremony 6: Wednesday, June 24 at 3pm |
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Risk Policy & Regulation GDPR |
June Ceremony 2: Monday, June 22 at 3pm |
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Sociology (SOCY) PhD, MA, BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 9: Friday, June 26 at 10am |
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Screen Cultures & Curatorial Studies (SCCS) PhD, MA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Stage & Screen Studies (STSC) BAH, BA |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Urban & Regional Planning MPL |
June Ceremony 5: Wednesday, June 24 at 10am |
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Water & Human Health GDWHH |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
Convocation Ceremony Schedule
| Program | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
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Education (EDUC) PhD, MEd, PME, GDPI, GDE, BEd, DEd |
June Ceremony 2: Monday, June 22 at 3pm |
Convocation Ceremony Schedule
| Program | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
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Chemical Engineering (CHEE) PhD, MEng, MASc, BASc |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Civil Engineering (CIVL) PhD, MEng, MASc, BASc |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Design & Manufacturing (DM) PhD, MEng |
June Ceremony 3: Tuesday, June 23 at 10am |
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Electrical & Computer Engineering (CMPE, ECEN, ELEC) PhD, MEng, MASc, BASc |
June Ceremony 3: Tuesday, June 23 at 10am |
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Engineering Chemistry (ENCH) BASc |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Engineering Physics (ENPH) BASc |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Geological Sciences and Geological Engineering (GEOE, GSGE) PhD, MSc, MASc, BASc |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Mathematics & Engineering (MTHE) PhD, MEng, MASc, BASc |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MEME, UNENE) PhD, MEng, MASc, BASc |
June Ceremony 3: Tuesday, June 23 at 10:00am |
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Mechatronics & Robotics (MREN) BASc |
June Ceremony 3: Tuesday, June 23 at 10am |
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Mining Engineering (MINE) PhD, MEng, MASc, BASc |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Mining Technology BTech, CMT |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
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Social Performance in Mining, Graduate Diploma in GDSPM |
June Ceremony 4: Tuesday, June 23 at 3pm |
Convocation Ceremony Schedule
| Program | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
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Aging & Health (AGHE) PhD, MScAH, GDAH |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Anatomical Sciences (AS) MScAS |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Anatomy & Cell Biology (ANAT) PhD, MSc |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Biomedical and Molecular Sciences (BMS) PhD, MSc |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Health Quality (HQ) PhD, MScHQ |
June Ceremony 1: Monday, June 22 at 10am |
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Health Professions Education (HPE) MHPE |
June Ceremony 1: Monday, June 22 at 10am |
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Health Sciences (HSCI) BHScH, BHSc |
June Ceremony 1: Monday, June 22 at 10am |
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Medical Sciences PMMSc, GDMSc |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Medicine, Doctor of MD |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Medicine (MEDS) PhD, MSc |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Microbiology & Immunology (MIIM) PhD, MSc |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Neuroscience (NSCI) PhD, MSc |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Nursing (NURA, NURR, NURS) PhD. MSc, MNSc, MN, DPHNP, BNSc |
June Ceremony 1: Monday, June 22 at 10am |
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Occupational Therapy (OT) MScOT |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Paediatrics (PAED) PhD, MSc |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Pathology (PATH) PhD, MSc |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Management and Innovation DPHMI |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Pharmacology & Toxicology (PHTO) PhD, MSc |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Physical Therapy (PT) MScPT |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Physiology (PHGY) PhD, MSc |
June Ceremony 8: Thursday, June 25 at 3pm |
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Public Health Sciences (PHS) PhD, MSc, MPH |
June Ceremony 1: Monday, June 22 at 10am |
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Rehabilitation and Health Leadership (DSRHL) DScRHL |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Rehabilitation Sciences (RHBS) PhD, MSc |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Translational Medicine (TMED) PhD, PhDD, MSc |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
Convocation Ceremony Schedule
| Program | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
|
Law PhD, LLM, GDLSM, JD, CLAW |
May Ceremony 2: Thursday, May 21 at 3pm |
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Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law (GDICL) |
May Ceremony 4: Thursday, May 22 at 3pm |
Convocation Ceremony Schedule
| Program | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
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Accounting GDA |
May Ceremony 4: Friday, May 22 at 2:30pm |
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Business GDB, CIB |
May Ceremony 4: Friday, May 22 at 3pm
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Business Administration, Master of MBA |
May Ceremony 3: Friday, May 22 at 10am |
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Commerce BComH |
June Ceremony 10: Friday, June 26 at 3pm |
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Digital Product Management, Master of (MDPM) MDPM |
May Ceremony 4: Friday, May 22 at 3pm |
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Finance MFIN |
May Ceremony 4: Friday, May 22 at 2:30pm |
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Financial Innovation & Technology, Master of MFIT |
May Ceremony 4: Friday, May 22 at 3pm |
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International Business, Master of MIB |
May Ceremony 4: Friday, May 22 at 3pm |
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Management (MGMT) PhD, MSc |
June Ceremony 10: Friday, June 26 at 3pm |
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Management Analytics, Master of MMA |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Management in Artificial Intelligence, Master of MMAI |
May Ceremony 1: Thursday, May 21 at 10am |
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Management Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Master of MMIE |
May Ceremony 4: Friday, May 22 at 3pm |
May Ceremonies
- Thursday, May 21 at 10:00am
- Thursday, May 21 at 2:30pm
- Friday, May 22 at 10:00am
- Friday, May 22 at 2:30pm
All May 2026 ceremonies will be held at Grant Hall (connected to Kingston Hall)
GRADUATES:
- Graduates are asked to arrive 2 hours prior to the ceremony start time (for ceremonies that begin at 10am, arrive by 8am. For 2:30pm ceremonies, arrive by 12:30pm)
- Refer to ceremony schedules by faculty / school and program
- There will be lots of standing – we encourage you to wear comfortable shoes!
- Bring photo ID, but leave other personal items at home or with a family member
GUESTS:
- Doors open 90 minutes before ceremony time
- There is no assigned seating
- Ceremonies are expected to be approximately 2 hours
Please note: Some of the graduates and guests in attendance suffer from sensitivities due to scented products. We kindly request that you consider refraining from wearing scented products to this event.
BAGS AND BELONGINGS:
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There is no guest coat check. Please minimize bags/belongings.  
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Please ensure prohibited items are not brought into the building. Prohibited items include:
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Noisemakers, such as cow bells, air horns, musical instruments, megaphones, drums, or electronic noisemakers 
-
Aerosol cans (e.g. silly string)
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Liquids , except for personal water bottles. Additional exceptions will be made for accessibility.
-
Large signs, banners, or flags that may obstruct the view of other guests 
-
Pamphlets, handouts, advertisements for distribution
-
Items that could physically cause harm to other individuals or damage to the facilities
-
Pets, except service animals (as defined by the Queen’s policy)
-
All May 2026 ceremonies will be held at Grant Hall (connected to Kingston Hall)
Parking
Free Parking:
During Convocation, all Queen's surface "Permit Required" parking lots and "Permit Required" on-street parking spaces provide free parking during Convocation ceremonies.
- PLEASE NOTE THAT VEHICLES PARKED IN "PERMIT REQUIRED RESERVED 24/7" PARKING SPACES WILL BE TICKETED.
- Payment is still required in all City of Kingston on-street metered parking spaces and 'Pay and Display' zones.
- Please respect special needs parking spaces and fire lanes.
Paid Parking:
Underground Parking
- A paid underground parking lot is located on Stuart Street (at the corner of University Avenue).
- Please respect special needs parking spaces and fire lanes.
'Pay and Display' Meters
- Payment is required at all City of Kingston on-street parking meters and in the municipal parking lots on the waterfront. Meters will accept coins or credit cards.
- Please Note: Hourly rates will vary according to location.
Due to capacity and seating limits, graduates who have RSVP'd are limited to three (3) guests
- The deadline for graduates to reserve guest tickets is May 11
- Those who did not reserve guest tickets by the deadline should email graduand@queensu.ca for assistance
- For guest parties that exceed the 3 guest limit, we will be offering a special viewing room in Kingston Hall Room 101
- Where possible, staff will attempt to accommodate viewing room patrons with seating in Grant Hall should it become available.
- Please note that physical tickets will not be issued. Guests will provide the name of their graduating student to ushering staff upon arrival.
Gaspard and Sons (in conjunction with the Alma Mater Society) is the service provider for graduation regalia (hoods and gowns) at Queen's.
Those interested in renting hoods and gowns, please visit the Gaspard/AMS 'Build A Grad' online ordering portal. A link will be provided here when available.
Optional traditional attire for Indigenous graduates
Indigenous graduates and faculty may choose to wear traditional Indigenous attire (First Nations, Metis, or Inuit), in lieu of a gown and hood, at convocation ceremonies.
All graduates who choose to wear traditional regalia, or wish to receive a gift, must confirm arrangements with the Four Directions Indigenous Student Centre via an online submission form at least two weeks prior to the future event they are scheduled to attend. This is to inform the event organizers.
- A link for online registration will be posted here when available
Queen’s University acknowledges the diversity of Indigenous peoples, communities, and nations. As such it is recognized that traditional Indigenous attire may vary.
Special Accommodations for Graduates and/or Guests
If a graduate or a guest attending Convocation has an accessibility need, seating can be reserved by
On-Site Photos
After your ceremony, you can return your rental gown and hood right away, or you can meet your family and friends and take photos before returning your gown and hood. Gowns and hoods must then be returned to Kingston Hall.
Flowers and Mementos
Information on purchasing flowers and other mementos at the event can be found at:
Frame it!!
All your hard work and dedication has paid off! Be ready to showcase your diploma with pride in an official Queen’s frame.
June Ceremonies
- Monday, June 22 at 10:00am
- Monday, June 22 at 3:00pm
- Tuesday, June 23 at 10:00am
- Tuesday, June 23 at 3:00pm
- Wednesday, June 24 at 10:00am
- Wednesday, June 24 at 3:00pm
- Thursday, June 25 at 10:00am
- Thursday, June 25 at 3:00pm
- Friday, June 26 at 10:00am
- Friday, June 26 at 3:00pm
Venue
All June 2026 ceremonies will be held at the Slush Puppie Place (formerly Leon's Centre).
GRADUATES:
- Graduates are asked to arrive 2 hours prior to the ceremony start time (for ceremonies that begin at 10am, arrive by 8am. For 3pm ceremonies, arrive by 1pm)
- Refer to ceremony schedules by faculty / school and program
- There will be lots of standing – we encourage you to wear comfortable shoes!
- Bring photo ID, but leave other personal items at home or with a family member
GUESTS:
- Doors open 90 minutes before ceremony time
- There is no assigned seating
- Ceremonies are expected to be approximately 2 hours
Please note: Some of the graduates and guests in attendance suffer from sensitivities due to scented products. We kindly request that you consider refraining from wearing scented products to this event.
BAGS AND BELONGINGS:
-
There is no guest coat check. Please minimize bags/belongings.  
-
Please ensure prohibited items are not brought into the building. Prohibited items include:
-
Noisemakers, such as cow bells, air horns, musical instruments, megaphones, drums, or electronic noisemakers 
-
Aerosol cans (e.g. silly string)
-
Liquids , except for personal water bottles. Additional exceptions will be made for accessibility.
-
Large signs, banners, or flags that may obstruct the view of other guests 
-
Pamphlets, handouts, advertisements for distribution
-
Items that could physically cause harm to other individuals or damage to the facilities
-
Pets, except service animals (as defined by the Queen’s policy)
-
Venue
All June 2026 ceremonies will be held at the Slush Puppie Place (formerly Leon's Centre).
Please note: Some of the graduates and guests in attendance suffer from sensitivities due to scented products. We kindly request that you consider refraining from wearing scented products to this event.
Parking
The City of Kingston operates public parking locations in proximity to Slush Puppie Place:
IMPORTANT: The Anglin Lot is only available after 5:00 pm.
Due to capacity and seating limits, graduates who have RSVP'd are limited to four (4) guests
- The deadline for graduates to reserve guest tickets is May 25
- Those who did not reserve guest tickets by the deadline should email graduand@queensu.ca for assistance
- Please note that physical tickets will not be issued. Guests will provide the name of their graduating student to ushering staff upon arrival.
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There will be a ‘stand-by’ line at each ceremony where those patrons who were unable to secure tickets prior to the event will have an opportunity to obtain seating should unforeseen last-minute absences create available seats.
Please note that while those using the stand-by line at past Convocations have been able to secure seating, it is not guaranteed.
Gaspard and Sons (in conjunction with the Alma Mater Society) is the service provider for graduation regalia (hoods and gowns) at Queen's.
Those interested in renting hoods and gowns, please visit the Gaspard/AMS 'Build A Grad' online ordering portal. A link will be provided here when available.
Optional traditional attire for Indigenous graduates
Indigenous graduates and faculty may choose to wear traditional Indigenous attire (First Nations, Metis, or Inuit), in lieu of a gown and hood, at convocation ceremonies.
All graduates who choose to wear traditional regalia, or wish to receive a gift, must confirm arrangements with the Four Directions Indigenous Student Centre via an online submission form at least two weeks prior to the future event they are scheduled to attend. This is to inform the event organizers.
- A link for online registration will be posted here when available
Queen’s University acknowledges the diversity of Indigenous peoples, communities, and nations. As such it is recognized that traditional Indigenous attire may vary.
Special Accommodations for Graduates and/or Guests
If a graduate or a guest attending Convocation has an accessibility need, seating can be reserved by
On-Site Photos
At Slush Puppie Place, after your ceremony, you can return your rental gown and hood right away, or you can meet your family and friends and take photos before returning your gown and hood. Gowns and hoods must then be returned at the King St. entrance.
Flowers and Mementos
Information on purchasing flowers and other mementos at the event can be found at:
Frame it!!
All your hard work and dedication has paid off! Be ready to showcase your diploma with pride in an official Queen’s frame.
Event Photography and Videography
Please note that photography and videography will be taking place at Convocation Ceremonies for promotional and archival purposes. The photographs and recordings may be used in applications including but not limited to print, broadcast, electronic, digital, and social media, for promoting, publicizing, or explaining Queen’s or its activities and for administrative, educational, or research purposes.
If you would prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please let the photographer/videographer know where possible, or reach out through one of the email addresses below following the ceremony.
For further information, contact the Office of the University Registrar: graduand@queensu.ca
Questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of personal information at Queen’s University may be directed to the University’s Chief Privacy Officer at 613-533-6095 or access.privacy@queensu.ca.