Graduation Awards

These awards are presented to students who have graduated and achieved academic excellence in their programs, with some also celebrating student’s significant contributions to community service, inclusion, democracy, and reconciliation. Recipients are celebrated at their convocation ceremonies.

Note: A T4A will be issued for all awards greater than $500. Visit the CRA website for more information.

 

Application Forms and Deadlines

Lieutenant Governor's Medal for Inclusion, Democracy, and Reconciliation

Deadline: Submit your application for Lieutenant Governor's Medal for Inclusion, Democracy, and Reconciliation before Friday, April 17, 2026.

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President’s Medal for Academic Excellence and Community Service

Deadline: Submit your application for President’s Medal for Academic Excellence and Community Service before Friday, April 17, 2026.

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Lieutenant Governor's Medal for Inclusion, Democracy, and Reconciliation

The Lieutenant Governor’s medal program was established in 1979 to recognize students who have excelled in their studies and who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the promotion of inclusion, democracy, and/or reconciliation on campus and/or in their community.

Status: Application is now open. Apply before Friday, April 17, 2026.

 

Eligibility criteria

Graduates are eligible for this award if they:

  • are a full-time student with a minimum CGPA of 3.5;
  • have contributed to inclusion, democracy, and/or reconciliation, and have documented their experience via a student letter; and
  • provide reference letters supporting recent contributions to community service.

If you meet the above criteria, you may be eligible for a $500 award and certificate.

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President’s Medal for Academic Excellence and Community Service

The President's Medal for Academic Excellence and Community Service honours graduates of bachelor degree program who demonstrate academic excellence and community service. 

Status: Application is now open. Apply before Friday, April 17, 2026.

Eligibility criteria

Graduates are eligible for this award if they:

  • are graduating from one of the following programs:
    • Bachelor of Business Administration
    • Bachelor of Recreation Management
    • Bachelor of Science in Bioinformatics
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing
  • have a minimum CGPA of 3.5; and
  • can demonstrate their commitment to community service and provide letters from organizations to support recent community service.

If you meet the above criteria, you may be eligible for a $1,250 award and certificate.

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Eligibility Criteria

Only students who select each of the above will be considered.

Required Documents

1. Provide a student letter outlining answers to all of the following questions:

  • Why you are a good candidate to receive this scholarship.
  • Outline your involvement in community service including all relevant dates.
  • What are your plans for the completion of your studies at Langara College.

2. Reference letters/certificates/etc. from organizations confirming your community involvement

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Collection, Use, and Disclosure of Student Information

  1. All information provided on this application is complete, accurate, and truthful to the best of my knowledge.
  2. Langara College collects the information on this form under the authority of the College and Institute Act [RSBC 1996, Ch. 52, S. 41.1]. Financial Aid Services will use and disclose the information to review, process, and award bursaries and scholarships to eligible students in compliance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act [RSBC 1996, Ch. 165]. Any information disclosed in this application is subject to audit and you may be asked to provide proof of any expenses or income listed in the application. Direct questions about compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act to the Assistant Registrar, Financial Aid Services, Langara College, 100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5Y 2Z6, Phone: 604.323.5277.

Please note: a T4A will be issued for all awards greater than $500. For more information, please visit the CRA website.

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Additional Graduation Awards

The following awards do not require an application.

Langara College Graduate Excellence Award (Bachelor’s Degree)
Awarded to the bachelor degree program graduate with the highest cumulative grade point average ($1,500).

Langara College Graduate Excellence Award (Arts and Science)
Awarded to the student graduating from a two-year arts and science program with the highest cumulative grade point average ($1,000).

Langara College Graduate Excellence Award (Career)
Awarded to the student graduating from a two-year career program with the highest cumulative grade point average ($1,000).

Langara College Graduate Excellence Award (Certificate)
Awarded to the student graduating from a certificate program with the highest cumulative grade point average ($500).

Governor General’s Collegiate Bronze Medal
Awarded to the student graduating from a two-year diploma or associate degree program with the highest cumulative grade point average.