Students at convocation ceremony

University of Ottawa

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Convocation is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of our graduates and to underscore the determination that allowed them to reach this important milestone.

11,376

degrees awarded

8,656

graduates will cross the stage

14

ceremonies over 5 days

Time to celebrate

Heather Brittain, PhD
Mental Health

School transitions, bullying and mental health

The shift from elementary to high school is a defining period of adolescence. It shapes how young people perform academically and how they learn to co…
Frandley Paul
Bilingualism

Persistence, resilience and determination: Frandley Paul, Master of Arts graduate in Bilingualism Studies

Frandley Paul often wondered about the gap between the discourse on bilingualism in Canada and the lived reality in some workplaces. He was particular…
A group of students celebrating
Convocation

Class of 2026 at uOttawa Engineering share their messages for future students

With final exams completed and Convocation around the corner, graduating engineering and computer science students share the memories they’ll hold wit…
Official badge of the University of Ottawa

uOttawa to confer nine honorary doctorates at spring Convocation

Honoris causa degrees reward outstanding intellectual, scientific, artistic, or humanitarian contributions

Ready for the big day?

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Everything you need to know about your Convocation day: arrival, schedules, access and practical tips.

Students at Convocation ceremony

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Indigenous Affirmation

We pay respect to the Algonquin people, who are the traditional guardians of this land. We acknowledge their longstanding relationship with this territory, which remains unceded. We pay respect to all Indigenous people in this region, from all nations across Canada, who call Ottawa home. We acknowledge the traditional knowledge keepers, both young and old. And we honour their courageous leaders: past, present, and future. 

Learn more about the Indigenous Affirmation