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Meridian Hall was filled with energy, pride, and celebration as George Brown Polytechnic marked Convocation Week from June 8–11, 2026, welcoming over 7,000 graduates across the stage during nine ceremonies held over four unforgettable days.
June is Men’s Health Month in Canada, a time to raise awareness about the physical and mental health challenges many men face and encourage open conversations about well-being and seeking support.
This year’s convocation mural is bold, vibrant, and forward-looking—just like the graduates it celebrates.
This week, graduates, their families and friends, and the entire polytechnic community will gather for one of the year's most anticipated events—honouring student achievement and the collective support that made it possible.
George Brown kicks off a month full of celebration, community, and commitment George Brown Polytechnic launched Pride Month with a room full of energy and purpose at its annual Pride Kick-Off Celebration, transforming the William Peyton Hubbard atrium into a vibrant hub of colour and connection...
June marks National Indigenous History Month in Canada—a time to celebrate the cultures, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. It is also an opportunity to move beyond land acknowledgements and towards meaningful action, deeper learning, and continued progress towards reconciliation.
George Brown Polytechnic is proud to share that President Dr. Gervan Fearon will receive an Honorary Doctor of Laws (LLD) from the University of Guelph at its 2026 summer convocation. One of the University’s highest honours, the honorary degree recognizes Dr. Fearon’s exceptional leadership in post...
George Brown Polytechnic Marks National AccessAbility Awareness Week with Virtual Educational Series
George Brown Polytechnic is proud to partner with the City of Ottawa to present a free virtual educational series running from May 25 to June 12, 2026.