# Convocation Convocation What is the difference between graduation and convocation? Graduation is the official process where you request the college review your record to confirm you have completed the academic requirements for your program in order to be officially awarded your credential. Convocation is the formal ceremony where graduates are recognized and celebrate their achievement. Attending convocation is optional and does not affect your graduation status. How do I know if I’m eligible for Convocation?+ To participate in Convocation, you must have successfully completed or be on track to successfully complete your program between September 1, 2025 and August 31, 2026. How do I register for Convocation?+ Complete and submit your Graduation Request Form Convocation registration is currently closed. Where is my ceremony+ CampusLocationAddressDawson CreekOvintiv Events Centre300, Hwy 2 #1Fort St. JohnFort St. John Curling Club9504 96 StreetFort NelsonPhoenix Theatre5319 50 Avenue Where can I store my belongings during the ceremony?+ There is no storage in the gowning area, so we recommend you leave any valuables at home, or with a friend or family member. How many guests can I invite?+ You can invite up to three (3) guests. If you would like to request extra seats, you can email convocation@nlc.bc.caemail to request them, but we cannot guarantee availability. Please let us know if any of your guests require special seating. Will I be able to have Cap & Gown photos taken?+ Yes! You can book now with Dani B. Photography: (click your campus location) DC Campus May 26–27 FSJ Campus June 2-3 Cap & Gown will be provided. At the ceremony, we are using StageClip to create videos of your stage walk which will be sent out to convocation participants within 48 hours of the ceremony. Friends and family are also welcome to take photos of you. What do I need to know when inviting out of country guests?+ You and your guests will need to do some planning before convocation. These guidelines should help with that. Can I wear my own Regalia?+ Indigenous students are welcome to wear Regalia to their convocation ceremony. We can also provide caps ahead of the ceremony if you would like to have yours beaded — email us at convocation@nlc.bc.caemail to request your early cap. NLC’s 2026 Convocation dates: May 28, 2pm — Dawson Creek Join us via livestream Cap and Pin ceremony livestream June 4, 2pm — Fort St. John Join us via livestream June 17, 2pm — Fort Nelson LIvestream link coming soon Convocation Registration is now closed Graduate Information: • Graduates should arrive at 12pm for gowning • Group photo will be taken at 1pm • Ceremony begins at 2pm • Leave all valuables at home or with a friend or family member • Following the ceremony, you will return to the gowning area to return your gown • The ceremony length will be 90–120 minutes Following the ceremony, join us in welcoming our newest alumni at the Alumni Among Us Convocation Celebration. Have some light refreshment and celebrate your graduate! This event is open to students and their guests, and will be held in the upstairs lobby of the Ovintiv Events Centre in Dawson Creek, the student gowning area at the Fort St. John Curling Club, and the lobby of the Phoenix Theatre in Fort Nelson. Guest Information Convocation is a by invite only event and is not open to the general public Doors open for guests at 1:15pm, the ceremony will begin at 2pm Guests do not require tickets, seating is available on a first come first served basis Guests are not permitted in the gowning areas prior to the event Parking is free All venues are wheelchair accessible Celebrate your big moment with professional grad photos! Cap & Gown Photos Dawson Creek (DC) Campus: May 26–27 Fort St. John (FSJ) Campus: June 2–3 Students can attend either campus, so pick the dates that work best for you! Register for DC Here • Register for FSJ Here Don’t miss your chance to capture this milestone in style — book your spot today! Valedictorian nominations are now closed. The valedictorian is a graduating student who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and contributed to school life. This student is given the honour of delivering a speech at convocation, celebrating the accomplishments of their graduating class. 2026 Valedictorians Dawson Creek - Dalton Haney Fort St. John - Vanessa Dominise Fort Nelson - Michelle Rhead Convocation Photo Albums 2026 Photo Album+ Cap and Pin Dawson Creek Fort St. John Fort Nelson Indigenous Graduation Celebration 2025 Photo Album+ Cap and Pin Dawson Creek Fort St. John Fort Nelson