Graduation

Upcoming Ceremonies

Convocation information for our next ceremony is coming soon.

General Info

Student and Guest Guidelines

Convocation is a unique ceremony that balances formality with celebration. MITT will provide guidelines in advance of the next convocation ceremony with key information to help ensure everyone has 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.

Accessibility

MITT strives to provide an inclusive experience for all students and guests. If you require accommodation beyond what is listed, please contact Jen Nagy at jen.nagy@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.

Graduation Photos

Contact Lifetouch with any questions regarding Convocation portraits and crossing-the-stage photos:

Lifetouch Winnipeg Office: 204-272-3500

Lifetouch Customer Service: 1-866-457-8212