The School of Continuing Studies Fall 2026 Graduation Ceremonies: Frequently Asked Questions
| Ceremony | Ceremony |
|---|---|
| Friday October 23 | 1:30PM |
As you are inviting your guests to graduation, you will need to write the letter with the reason (graduation ceremony) and date: October 23, 2026. We also advise that you provide the “Save the Date” letter that is available in your student portal with this letter (posted here: Grad Save the Date.pdf).
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The graduation ceremony will be for students who have successfully completed their program by October 1, 2026.
Yes, you will need to fill out the Intention to Attend Graduation form by September 27 to be considered for an invitation to graduation. You can find a link to the form in the email you received from scsevent@yorku.ca – Subject line: ACTION REQUIRED: Graduation Ceremony – Fall 2026.
If you submitted your Intention to Attend Graduation form by the deadline, you can expect an email from us by the end of the month. From there, you will need to submit your RSVP and you will receive an email confirmation of your RSVP. Your tickets will be sent in October.
If you would like to defer your graduation from Fall 2026 to a future date, you can fill out the Invite Back form to be invited to a future ceremony: School of Continuing Studies Graduation-Invite Back Request (yorku.ca).
Please check your junk mail as a first step. Your graduation confirmation email would have been sent to the same email address that you received your invitation from. Please note that you will not be considered registered to attend graduation on October 23 until you receive your confirmation of RSVP email.
Yes, each graduate will be provided with a regalia (robe). The robes will be distributed onsite prior to the graduation ceremony and returned following the ceremony, prior to picking up your certificate. While there is no mandatory dress code for the event, we recommend wearing business attire or formal wear.
We will continue the practice of welcoming students, faculty and guests who identify as Indigenous, Metis or Inuit to wear traditional ceremonial dress. Use of custom or individualized stoles or pins is an opportunity that will be considered in the future.
Please plan to arrive at the designated arrival time before the beginning of your ceremony. You will pick up your regalia (robe) and your name card and then report to the marshalling area. If you arrive late, you may not be able to participate in the ceremony.
Ceremony 1 (Friday October 23): Arrival 1:30PM
As it takes time to marshal all of the graduands, it is very important that you arrive on time prior to your ceremony to collect your regalia (robe) and be marshalled in order. The procession of graduands will enter the graduation venue prior to the start of the ceremony. If you arrive after the procession has left, you will not be permitted to participate in the ceremony.
Marshalling is the procedure of forming an alphabetical line of graduates for the procession to the stage. Guests are not permitted in the marshalling area. The marshalling area is not secure, no items should be left behind once the procession starts. Please leave your personal belongings with your guest.
Yes, a ceremony e-program will be available to you via a QR code provided on the day of graduation.
Yes, the graduation ceremony will be live streamed. A link will be posted on the School of Continuing Studies’ website and available on the e-program through the QR code on site. The link will not be available to access once the ceremony is over.
Yes, at each ceremony a professional photographer will photograph each graduate as they cross and exit the stage. Complimentary photograph proofs will be e-mailed to each graduate within one week of convocation ceremonies. There is no obligation to purchase the photos.
If you have not received an email from Grad Images regarding your ceremony photos, please visit their website to find your photos or contact them using the information below.
Grad Images
1-800-372-3686
ecc.giservice@gradimages.net
www.gradimages.com
Yes, you will have time after the ceremony to take photos. Following the ceremony there will be a short reception where you can take photos and mingle with your friends, family and fellow graduates.
You may pick up your certificate on the day of your graduation, after you have returned your robe at the end of your ceremony at the Marshalling and Robing area. If you will not be attending graduation in October, your certificate will be mailed to your home address. Please ensure your mailing address is updated in your Student Portal.
Graduation will be held at the Seymour Schulich Building, Robert R. McEwen Auditorium Room W141 – 111 Ian MacDonald Blvd, North York, ON M3J 1P3, on the east side of our Keele Campus.
View map to Seymour Schulich here.
Parking and Transit Information
For the site map please click here.
Parking will be available nearby in the Student Services Parking Garage at a daily flat rate of $20, for guests attending the School of Continuing Studies ceremony at the Seymour Schulich Building on October 23. Vehicles must be registered through the HONK Mobile App using this link to access the payment page or by following signage instructions on site. Accepted payment methods include Debit, Visa, Mastercard, and Apple Pay via the app. Please note that cash payments are not accepted on campus. Payment is required before leaving your vehicle unattended in the garage.
Please reach out to the School of Continuing Studies by email at scsevent@yorku.ca.