Frequently Asked Questions

CNC 2021 Virtual Convocation FAQs

• Who can register for CNC Virtual Convocation?

  CNC students who have completed all requirements and are eligible to graduate in 2020-21 (back to June 2020 providing you were not part of the 2020 virtual ceremony) can register for the CNC Virtual Convocation.

  Grads from 2020 and 2021 who have had their ceremonies impacted by COVID-19 will have the opportunity to attend an in-person ceremony when it is safe to hold one.

• Who can watch the Virtual Convocation and where can it be accessed?

  You can share the link to CNC’s 2021 Virtual Convocation with anyone around the world who has internet connection. It will premiere on cnc.bc.ca/convocation Saturday, June 12 at 11:00 am.  After the premiere showing, the video will be available on demand.

• How do I apply to graduate and get my credential?

  Complete your application to graduate by midnight on May 2, 2021 and your application will be sent to audit by the Office of the Registrar.  If you have met the graduation criteria, your credential will be mailed to the address you have provided in CNC Connect and your name will also be printed in the Virtual Convocation program.

• When can I register to participate in virtual convocation?

  Registration for Virtual Convocation is now closed.

• Is there a cost to register for CNC Virtual Convocation?

  Registration for Virtual Convocation is free!

• What is included in the CNC Virtual Convocation registration?

  Registration includes a personalized slide in the Virtual Convocation YouTube video. Your slide will automatically include your name and the credential you have earned. You also have the option to upload a photo and/or a short message to display on your slide.

  Registration also makes you eligible to pick up a CNC Grad Bag. Safe outdoor pick-up will be available at all CNC campuses during the week of June 7-11 as long as the provincial COVID orders allow.  You must   indicate which campus you will be picking up your bag from on the      registration form. Specific dates and times for pick up will be posted on the Virtual Convocation web page closer to the pick-up dates.

  The Grad Bag will include a souvenir grad gown, grad cap and tassel, CNC alumni pin, commemorative Convocation program, a CNC 5x7 photo frame, CNC chocolate and sticker, CNCSU pen, and more!

• Where can I pick up my Grad Bag?

  CNC Grad Bags will be available to pick up at any of our 6 campus locations:   Prince George, Quesnel, Vanderhoof, Burns Lake, Fort St. James, or Mackenzie. Please choose the one that will be the most convenient for you during the week of June 7-11 and we will have one ready for you there. You do not have to pick up your Grad Pack from the campus that you attended. You must have your student ID # in order to pick up your bag.  If you are unable to come during the pick-up times, a friend or family member can show your student ID number to pick up on your behalf.  If you do not wish to pick up a Grad Bag, please indicate this on your registration.  If you are absolutely unable to pick up a Grad Bag or have someone pick it up on your behalf and you would like one, please contact            costleym@cnc.bc.ca.

• Is there a CNC Virtual Convocation hashtag?

  We’re so glad you asked! There will be a Tweet wall open during June 7-13 for you, your family, and friends to share social media posts. To share, use the hashtag #cncgrad2021 on your Instagram and Twitter graduation posts. All posts are moderated for appropriate content.

• How do I submit a video of myself to possibly be included in the Virtual Ceremony?

  Video submissions are now closed.

• How do I purchase a grad hoodie and credential frame?

  Grad hoodies and Credential Frames are great mementos of this important milestone in your life!  Both are available online from the CNC Bookstore.

• Will there be a ceremony program?

  You will receive a printed program in your grad package and there will be a virtual copy of the program on the CNC website. The program will list all of the graduates and their respective programs that applied to graduate by May 2, 2021.