Ceremony Livestream Ceremony Livestream Check back on Monday, June 15 for our first livestream! All Convocation ceremonies will be livestreamed. The livestream will begin 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Greetings from the Board Chair Greetings from the President Greetings from the Associate Vice President, Advancement and Alumni Relations Grad shout-out Say congratulations to our graduates! We’re inviting friends, family, classmates, and faculty to share a congratulatory message at Convocation 2026! Whether it’s a heartfelt note, a proud shout-out, or a memory that makes you smile, your words will help make this moment even more meaningful. Ellis Fletcher Sands, Personal Support Worker Ellis Fletcher Sands Personal Support Worker Congratulations Ellis! Submitted by: Jennifer from Caesarea × Elizabeth Agbonifo, Class of 2026, Practical Nursing Elizabeth Agbonifo, Class of 2026 Practical Nursing congratulations to my strong superwoman of a mother on completing her journey on becoming an RPN!!!! I am beyond proud of you mama and i know God will continue to light up the path that you walk on, granting you more blessings and all your heart desires. Congratulations <3 -Anita Submitted by: Anita from etobicoke × Edith, Practical Nursing Edith Practical Nursing Huge shoutout to Edith on her graduation day. I've watched you face obstacles that would have made many people quit, but you kept pushing forward every single time. Your determination, resilience, and belief in yourself brought you to this moment. This diploma isn't just a piece of paper it's proof that hard work and persistence win. I'm incredibly proud of you. Congratulations, Edith. Submitted by: Ayo from Dc × Edith, Practical Nursing Edith Practical Nursing I want to thank me for believing in me, I want to thank me for doing all this hard work. I want to thank me for having no days off. I want to thank me for never quitting. I want to thank me for always being a giver and trying to give more than I receive. I wanna thank me for trying to do more right than wrong. I want to thank me for being me at all times. Submitted by: Edith from Dc × Jennifer Love, Human Resources - Business - Transfer to Ontario Tech University Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) Jennifer Love Human Resources - Business - Transfer to Ontario Tech University Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) Wishing you the best into your upcoming 2 years into University. You killed these 2 years, there is no doubt in mind that you will continue to strive and do the same for the next 2. Congratulations, you deserve the world and you've accomplished this all on your own, so you shall celebrate and be so proud of yourself ! Love your family xox Submitted by: Marie × Chandeepa Kulathunga, Marketing – Business Administration (Co-op option available) Chandeepa Kulathunga Marketing – Business Administration (Co-op option available) Durham gave you a diploma. The real challenge now is explaining to relatives what marketing actually does. And if he starts calling family dinners 'networking opportunities,' we know why. Congrats! Proud of you. Submitted by: Sarada × Chisom Anichebe, Practical Nursing Chisom Anichebe Practical Nursing Congratulations Chisom 🎉. Wishing you success in this new era of your life. Proud of you 🥳🥳🥳 Submitted by: Tania × Shaquilla Jones, Cosmetic Techniques and Management Shaquilla Jones Cosmetic Techniques and Management Congratulations Yah !!!! You did it bruv!!!! So proud of you sister!!!!! Submitted by: Shaquikna from Ajax × Edith Ighalo, Practical Nursing Edith Ighalo Practical Nursing I'm proud you for not giving up and completion of your program, despite the challenges you faced during your studies. You are a champion. This is just the beginning, more wins ahead of you. Congratulations!! Submitted by: Happiness from DC × Khushboo Sardar, Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) Khushboo Sardar Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) Congratulations Khushboo sardar , We are so proud of you ♥️ Wishing you many more success in life 😊 Submitted by: Saba from LAHORE × View more shout-outs Submit a shout-out #DCGRAD Greetings from the President Congratulations, graduates! Today, we recognize your remarkable achievements made possible by your steady commitment, determination, and hard work. Behind each graduate stands a circle of support, and I’m honoured to join the families, friends, faculty, and mentors whose encouragement and guidance played a significant role in your academic journey. The industry knowledge, practical experience, and durable skills you gained at Durham College (DC) will serve you throughout your career and life. You demonstrated curiosity, resiliency, and adaptability — qualities that will guide you as the world evolves and opportunities emerge. At DC, we believe in the power of education to transform lives, build careers, and enrich communities. As graduates, you now carry that impact forward. Whether you are entering the workforce, pursuing further education, or exploring new possibilities, you have the skills and ability to create positive change. Wherever your path leads next, know that the entire DC community is proud of what you have accomplished and excited for what lies ahead. Take a moment to reflect on all you have achieved and how far you have come. You earned this. Dr. Elaine Popp President, Durham College × Greetings from the Board Chair Graduates, on behalf of Durham College’s (DC) Board of Governors, congratulations on earning your credential. As a Board, our work is guided by a clear purpose: supporting student success. Every decision we make — from long-term planning to institutional priorities — is focused on creating opportunities for DC students to learn, grow, and thrive. Convocation is a defining moment. It marks the point at which efforts become achievements and acknowledges the persistence that has brought you to this stage. Today also reinforces what DC stands for — being future-focused, sustainable, people-centred, and community-connected. These principles shape how we prepare graduates with the knowledge and capabilities needed in a changing world. Your accomplishments give this work real meaning and reflect a future filled with opportunity. As you start your next chapter, you do so with distinction as a DC graduate. We are thrilled to share this occasion with you and look forward to seeing the impact you will have in your communities and beyond. Congratulations once again, and best wishes in all that comes next. Lisa Allen Chair, Durham College Board of Governors × Greetings from the Associate Vice President, Advancement and Alumni Relations The Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations is proud to officially welcome you to the Durham College Alumni Association (DCAA), a network of more than 125,000 graduates across the globe. Congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone. Today is a day to reflect and celebrate all you have accomplished. But your journey with DC doesn’t end after your final classes; it’s just the beginning. As you navigate life after graduation, the DCAA is here to provide you with services and resources designed to help you thrive. Downloading our mobile app, DC Alumni Connect, is the easiest way to get access to alumni discounts, contests, events, and your digital alumni card. We want to hear about your accomplishments and the difference you are making in your professions and communities. If you’d like to share what you get up to after graduation, please email us at alumni@durhamcollege.ca or visit durhamcollege.ca/alumni-in-focus to submit your story for a chance to be featured on DC’s online channels – we love amplifying alumni stories that help inspire the next generation of learners! You can also stay connected through our Durham College Alumni LinkedIn page, joining the exclusive Durham College Alumni LinkedIn group, and by following us on Instagram (@alumni_dc). Best wishes for your continued success. We can’t wait to see what you do next! Ariel Sully Associate Vice President, Advancement and Alumni Relations ×
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