Enrolment Services Convocation Ceremonies
Congratulations to the graduating class of 2026.
Convocation is all about you — our incredible grads! We celebrate the hustle, heart, and late-night study sessions that got you here. We’re cheering you on as you take your next big step. Be proud, stay curious, and go do amazing things. You've earned this moment.
Convocation Ceremony Schedule
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A momentous occasion.
Dear Graduates,
Congratulations to the graduating class of 2026.
Convocation is a milestone unlike any other; a moment that marks both an ending and a beginning, and one that belongs not just to you, but to everyone who walked this path alongside you.
Today, as we gather with the family, friends, faculty, and mentors who supported you every step of the way, we celebrate what you have achieved to get here: late nights, hard questions, moments of doubt, and the determination to keep going. None of that happened in isolation, and the people cheering loudest in that room know it.
Be proud of what you've built. The skills, the resilience, the perspective you've earned will carry you forward in ways you can't yet imagine. You are a global citizen, and your choices and actions ripple further than you know.
Our faculty, advisors, and mentors have had the privilege of watching you grow, and they leave today inspired by your transformation. We hope you carry your curiosity and compassion forward — to think boldly, to innovate, and to help shape a community and a world worth being proud of.
Thank you — and thank those who stand beside you — for choosing snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara. We are honoured to have been part of your journey, and we hope it is only the beginning of a lifelong connection. You will always have a home here.
With pride and warmest wishes,
Dr. Paula Burns
President, Langara College
We celebrate you.
On behalf of the snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara College Board of Governors, we congratulate the graduating class of 2026. This momentous occasion is a tribute to your academic accomplishments and a celebration of the memories and friendships forged through your pursuit of higher education. Today is a time to reflect on, appreciate, and celebrate your success alongside the friends and family who have supported you throughout your journey.
We strive to provide the best possible educational experience and the strongest foundation for success, and we encourage you to apply that knowledge to make positive contributions to your local and global communities. Whatever direction you choose, we wish you every success and hope your Langara education serves you well. We invite you to stay connected and look forward to celebrating your future accomplishments as you continue your journey of lifelong learning.
Wishing you every success,
Scott Murray
Chair, Board of Governors, Langara College
Langara Board of Governors
Congratulations!
On behalf of Musqueam, congratulations to all the 2026 graduates, including our growing number of Indigenous students who cross the platform in these ceremonies. Your accomplishment reflects your hard work and talent, and we hope that you continue to contribute to snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓, your communities, and society after graduation. We wish you every success for your future. We trust that your time at snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ has helped to do just that and prepared you all for successful futures.
Our connection with snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ is reflected in the convocation ceremonies in a variety of ways. A Musqueam drummer opens convocation leading the procession; the president's regalia is adorned with musqueam art; and the river grass at the base of the College’s coat of arms, printed on every diploma and certificate and displayed at convocation, refers to Musqueam—xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, which means “people of the river grass.” We value our continued partnership with snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ and the opportunity to share a small part of our culture with you.
Musqueam Indian Band
It's tradition.
Academic Regalia
Traditionally, graduates, faculty, staff, and distinguished guests have worn academic regalia such as a gown, hood, and mortarboard at convocation ceremonies as far back as the 14th century in England. At Langara, our President wears our presidential regalia – a green gown with black and gold accents, and a black hood with white lining, gold trim, and green chevrons. The colours of the regalia are drawn from Langara's Coat of Arms. Members of the Langara Board of Governors wear our board regalia – a black gown with green panels.
Credentials Granted
Langara College grants a variety of credentials including bachelor’s degrees, post-degree diplomas, post-degree certificates, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and citations. Our graduates wear black mortarboards and gowns with either a hood, stole, or tippet to represent their credential.
