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General Info

Student and Guest Guidelines

Convocation is a unique ceremony that balances formality with celebration. MITT provides the following guidelines to help ensure you and your guest have a memorable experience.

Graduate Awards

At each MITT convocation, we recognize graduates who have demonstrated outstanding achievement during their studies. 

Media Notice

Convocation is a public event. Photos, videos, and audio recordings of this event will be produced and may include your recognizable image. By participating in this event, you consent to be photographed and recorded, and you authorize the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology to use the photos, videos, and audio recordings in its activities, events, and in print and electronic promotional materials, including on MITT’s website and social media.

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MITT strives to provide an inclusive experience for all students and guests. If you require accommodation beyond what is listed, please contact grad@mitt.ca as far in advance as possible so we can ensure your needs are addressed.

What you can expect for accessibility at Convocation:

• Designated disabled parking stalls in both North and South parkades
• Accessible parking stalls adjacent to the elevators in both the North and South parkades
• Elevators located in all corners of the North building
• Conveniently located central bank of elevators in South building
• Passenger elevators equipped with raised panels and Braille keys
• Wheelchair accessibility
• Complimentary transport chairs available on a first-come first-served basis at our security desk on the second floor of the North building (ID required)
• Automatic motion-activated sliding entrance door on York Avenue (all other entrances are equipped with activation switches and push buttons)
• All washrooms equipped with wheelchair-accessible stalls and sinks
• Access to gender-neutral washrooms
• Closed Captioning of ceremony (screens on both sides of the stage)
• Interpreter available upon request (please notify us a minimum of one week prior to the ceremony)
• Large print programs available at the welcome table
• Students graduating will use a ramp to enter and exit the stage
• Reserved seating for those with limited mobility available upon request (please notify us a minimum of one week prior to ceremony)
• TTY Pay Telephone on the first-floor southeast concourse of the North building
• Climate-controlled skywalk system that connects to Delta Winnipeg and other entertainment venues, restaurants, and hotels throughout downtown Winnipeg

RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg parking information.

Information for Students

Graduation Packages

Graduation packages will be available after you complete your program. This package includes your certificate or diploma, a final official transcript, and, for international students, a confirmation of completion letter. You will be notified when graduation packages are available.

Communication

Students will receive the following convocation information from MITT by email:

• Save the date information (approximately three months prior to ceremony date)
• Gown rental and ceremony registration instructions (approximately six weeks prior to ceremony date)
• Ceremony guidelines for students and guests (a few days before ceremony date)

If you have questions, please email grad@mitt.ca.

Gown Rental and Convocation Registration

Your gown rental serves as your convocation registration. All graduates participating in a ceremony are required to rent and wear academic attire (gown, vee-stole/hood, cap, and tassel). You may keep your graduation cap and tassel.

Registration is now closed.

Graduation Photos

Lifetouch will be onsite at convocation to offer professional photography services for graduates.

Graduates may choose to purchase:

• Crossing the Stage Photo
• Studio Portraits – Individual grad photo or a family photo
  (Please check with Lifetouch onsite for the maximum number of people allowed in a family photo.)

Crossing the Stage Photo

Every graduate will be photographed as they cross the stage. Purchasing this photo is optional. If you choose to purchase, the cost is $20, and a digital image will be emailed to you 1–2 weeks after convocation. Payment must be made at convocation by visiting the Lifetouch table in the lobby.

Please note: If payment is not made at convocation, you will not receive the photo, and it cannot be ordered later.

Studio Portraits

Studio portraits are available on a first-come, first-served basis in the grad gowning area. If you’d like a graduation portrait or a photo with your family, you’re welcome to visit the mini portrait studio. A $15 seating fee is required and must be paid on the day of convocation directly to the Lifetouch representative.

Proofs will be emailed to you 3–4 weeks after convocation, and you can place your order directly with Lifetouch.

Payment Options

Lifetouch accepts cash, cheque, credit, and debit cards onsite. All photo orders and payments must be completed on the day of convocation. Late orders or payments will not be accepted.

For any questions, please contact Lifetouch directly at glarea@lifetouch.com.

Visitor Visa for Out of Country Guests

If your guests are visiting Canada for your convocation, they will need a Temporary Resident Visa. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) may require a letter of invitation from the graduating student.

Please note that an invitation letter does not guarantee visa approval. Check IRCC’s visa processing times and plan accordingly.

You can refer to IRCC’s letter of invitation recommendations for more information.

To request your Confirmation of Enrolment, please email csr@mitt.ca.