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## Class of 2026

 

June 19th 2026

 

 

 

 

# OCAD University. Canada's top art and design university.



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 ### Celebrate the creativity and achievements of OCAD University's Class of 2025-26 at this year’s Convocation—where bold ideas take center stage. 

#### Join us as we honour our graduates’ transformative journeys in art, design, and innovation. If you're a graduating student and want more information, [visit the Convocation & Graduation page](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/office-registrar/graduation-and-convocation).



 

 

 

 

  

 ### OCAD University’s 2026 Convocation Ceremonies will be held on Friday June 19, 2026 at Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St., Toronto. 

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There will be two ceremonies, which will also be livestreamed on this page.





 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

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  ### Morning Ceremony 

***Faculty of Design***

Starts at 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  
(graduates must arrive at 9 a.m.)   
*Student Reception in lobby 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.*



 

 

 

 

  

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  ### Afternoon Ceremony 

***Faculty of Art, Faculty of Arts & Science & School of Graduate Studies***

Starts at 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.   
(graduates must arrive at 2 p.m.)  
*Student Reception in lobby 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.*



 

 

 

 

  

 

 

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 ## Shop the Convocation Store

 

Convocation isn't just a ceremony; it's a milestone celebrating your years of dedication. We're thrilled to welcome you into the OCAD U alumni community.

As you prepare to graduate, we invite you to explore our range of merchandise to commemorate your achievement. Whether you're the graduate receiving your hard-earned diploma or a proud supporter celebrating a loved one's success, we've got something special just for you.



 

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 ###   
Honorary Doctorates



 

 

 

 

  

 

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 OCAD University will award honorary doctorates to several remarkable individuals who have been leaders of change, having made a direct impact on arts and culture in Canada and worldwide.

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  ### OCAD University’s 2026 Honorary Doctorate Recipients 

**Rita Davies, C.M.**  
***Doctor of Laws, Honoris Causa***

**Joshua Greer**  
***Doctor of Design, Honoris Causa***

**Ash K. Prakash, C.M.**  
***Doctor of Laws, Honoris Causa***

**Tanya Talaga**  
***Doctor of Letters, Honoris Causa***