parent taking a photo of two graduating students on tabaret hall stairs

Schedule and guest tickets

Convocation is a unique event, a time to celebrate with those who have helped you reach your goals — family, friends and members of the uOttawa community.

Convocation ceremonies

The 2026 ceremonies will take place in Ottawa between June 8 and June 12, 2026 at the Rogers Centre Ottawa and last approximately two and a half hours per ceremony.

Ceremony dates for the campuses of Windsor and Toronto will be announced at a later date. 

Schedule of ceremonies

The schedule of ceremonies will be published at the end of January 2026.

Guest tickets

Ordering your guest tickets

Every guest, including children aged two and older, must have their own ticket. However, seats are not assigned: first come, first served. 

Graduates are responsible for ordering tickets for their guests and for ensuring that their guests receive them. As a graduate, you do not need a ticket; a seat will be reserved for you at the front of the venue. 

Tickets for guests attending your convocation ceremony will be available free of charge. 

Guest ticket information for the Spring 2026 ceremonies will be available in May 2026.

Number of guest tickets per graduate

The number of invited guests is limited based on the number of students participating in the ceremonies, the seating capacity of the venue, and current safety regulations. 

We will post the information on how many guest tickets students can order on this page two weeks prior to the convocation date. 

Livestream

Any friends or family members who cannot attend in person can join the live stream of the celebration or watch a recording of the ceremonies at any time. Links to attend the ceremony online will be posted before the ceremony.

Cancelling your tickets

If you have ordered tickets but cannot attend or use the tickets, please contact InfoService and leave your name and student number.

If you are an international student and need a temporary visa for family members, contact InfoService for instructions.