Convocation 2024

The Cambrian convocation ceremonies are located at the Barry Downe campus in Sudbury, Ontario. Here are some further details about locations:

• The ceremonies are held in the gymnasium, room 2419
• Graduate check-in and gowning is located in the Student Life Centre, room 2302
• If you are late for the ceremony, please visit the Career Centre boardroom, room 2415
• If you are a guest and the gymnasium is full, please visit the amphitheatres adjacent the gymnasium for guest over flow, rooms 2226 and 2230
• A reception is held after the ceremonies for graduates, family, and friends in the cafeteria, room 1003
• If you are receiving an award and your photo is being taken, please visit room 1408
• Return your gown to the Enrolment Centre, room 2037
• If you require first-aid, please go to the Women’s Resource Centre, room 2431
• For a quiet space that is also family friendly, visit the Glenn Crombie Centre boardroom, room 2537

If you are eligible to graduate or are in an eligible provisional* program, you are required to reserve your gown, which serves as your RSVP to the ceremony for your program.

You should have received an email to your preferred email on file with further details on how to reserve your gown.

Gowns will be available for pick up during the week of convocation, as early as 8:30 a.m. Your gown must be returned after your ceremony. Please note that unreturned gowns are subject to a $150 replacement fee.

*To learn more about provisional status, visit our policy page.

Cambrian Student Council has arranged for Edge Imaging to be on campus to offer grad photos on various dates, as early as March 11, 2024. To book your graduation photo session, grab your student card and visit bookmygrad.ca. Enter the school code “CLK” and your student number to get started.

A professional photographer will be taking pictures throughout your ceremony. You can download the photos for free at ginodonatophotography.ca within a few days of your ceremony.

You can invite family and friends to attend your ceremony (tickets for your guests are not required). With a high number of graduates per ceremony, we ask that you keep your guest count to two people to allow for all graduates’ guests to attend.

If you are planning on inviting family from outside of Canada, here are some supporting documents that can be used. Please note, Cambrian does not provide invitation letters.

Here are some documents that may be required:

• A copy of applicable documents proving your status in Canada, such as:
  • Study Permit with enrolment letter (available in myCambrian)
  • Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) which must be valid for the length of your family members’ stay in Canada
  • If you have applied for a PGWP online but do not have it yet, use a copy of the Letter of Confirmation that IRCC sends when they receive your application
  • Passport
• Letter of invitation written by you:
  • Use the following template
  • Some visa offices may require that your letter be notarized by a Notary Public. Check online for the specific Canadian visa office requirements
• A copy of your marriage certificate, if you are inviting your spouse
• Additional information about your status in Canada, if applicable
• Confirmation of Completion Letter (available in myCambrian) with the convocation invitation email
• A letter from your employer confirming your job (for PGWP holders)
• Proof of available funds if you are paying for their visit

If you are a graduating student with a disability, or have guests with a disability, and require special arrangements such as:

• Sign language interpreting
• Assisted listening devices
• Special seating
• Mobility assistance (e.g., wheelchair)
• Alternate-format materials (Braille or large print)
• An adapted convocation gown or other related assistance

Please contact convocation@cambriancollege.ca with the details of your request and mark “Accommodation Request” as your subject line.

You are expected to be in the Student Life Centre one hour before the ceremony is scheduled to start. The procession will begin on time for all convocation ceremonies. Once the procession has begun, any late arrivals will check-in with staff in the Career Centre Boardroom and receive further instructions.

If you are attending convocation, your diploma/degree/certificate will be available for pick up at the reception (in the cafeteria) once the ceremony has concluded. If you are not attending convocation, your diploma/degree/certificate will be mailed to the address on file the week following convocation.

Please note, if you have a balance owing on your account, you will not receive your diploma/degree/certificate until it is paid in full. Graduates in this case can still participate in the ceremony.

Cambrian College has partnered with MyCreds™ and will be emailing you a link to your official digital credential during convocation week. It’s fast, free, and shareable!

To get your digital credential, check your student email for the notification to create your MyCreds™ Learner Portal account. You can then share your diploma/degree/certificate with friends, family, employers, and registered organizations. Your digital credential will always be accessible through your MyCreds™ Learner Portal. You can login and download/share it again and again – at no cost to you.

Please refer to how-to videos for more information on how to create MyCreds™ Learner Portal account.

Cambrian College will offer a graduation booklet specific to 2024 convocation. It will be available for download on this webpage in June 2024.

Cambrian College Alumni Award of Distinction Nominations are open!

Each spring, Cambrian College proudly presents the Alumni Award of Distinction during our convocation ceremonies. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding individuals who have brought honour to Cambrian College through their remarkable achievements, both professionally and personally.

The award is presented to alumni who have demonstrated:

• Professional Accomplishment: Our recipients excel in their chosen fields, serving as shining examples of success and innovation. Their achievements stand as a testament to the quality of education and training provided by Cambrian College.
• Notable Personal Contributions in the Community: Beyond their professional endeavours, our alumni give back to their communities in meaningful ways. Whether through volunteer work, advocacy, or philanthropy, they make a positive impact on the lives of those around them.
• Distinguished Service to Cambrian College: These individuals go above and beyond to support and enhance the Cambrian College experience. They may mentor current students, contribute to alumni initiatives, or play a role in shaping the future of our institution.

Winners of the Cambrian College Alumni Award of Distinction inspire and uplift not only our alumni but also our faculty, staff, and students. They exemplify the values of Cambrian College and serve as role models for future generations of graduates.

Congratulations! As a Cambrian College graduate, you will be a lifetime member of the #CambrianCommunity. We look forward to staying in touch, informing you of opportunities, activities, events, and perks that may be of benefit to you! To ensure you stay updated with all the valuable communications, your current information will be shared with our dedicated alumni office.

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