Convocation

Check the schedule

The convocation ceremony schedule is as follows:

Learn about your Alumni Association

The UFV Alumni Association was established April 1, 2001 and has been growing steadily ever since. Its purpose is to foster lifelong relationships between alumni and UFV through advocacy, support, service, and communication. The association grows by over 2,500 members each year. 

As a graduate, you will automatically become a member of the UFV Alumni Association—a vibrant network of over 36,500 alumni making waves locally and around the world. 

You are invited to stay connected and engaged through the UFV Alumni Association. 

There are many ways you can benefit from your membership, such as getting discounts, building your network, and connecting at exclusive events. 

The Alumni Association is happy to answer questions and help out however they can. Contact the association at alumni@ufv.ca or 604-557-4008. 

Visit alumni.ufv.ca for alumni news, events, and more. 

Check out your benefits

You will receive a UFV Alumni card at convocation, which gives you access to the perks and privileges that are exclusive to Alumni Association members. 

Online shopping

Get free shipping and discounts on amazon.ca when you order with the Alumni Association.

Hotels

Get discounted rates on your stay at Sandman Hotels. 

Insurance

Save on your home insurance with TD Meloche Monnex

Library

Continue to access UFV libraries for free

Mastercard

Get your official UFV Alumni BMO Mastercard. Transactions generate revenue for the UFV Alumni Association at no additional cost to you. Plus, you get great benefits like low interest, cash back, or AIR MILES. 

Invite family & friends

Feel free to invite as many friends and family members to your UFV convocation as you wish. The Abbotsford Centre, located at 33800 King Road in Abbotsford, features over 2,500 seats, which are available entirely free of charge on a first-come, first-serve basis for each ceremony.

Flowers and UFV wear will be available for purchase on the concourse if your loved ones would like to mark the occasion with a gift. They can also review gift options and pre-order if they prefer.

If you or your guests require special assistance, please contact us at convocation@ufv.ca as soon as possible. 

Reserve your regalia

Pre-order your gown with Gaspards and benefit from their early bird rate. The site is available for ordering at any time 24 hours a day/7 days a week until May 17. After this deadline, you may still order regalia at the AESC on the day of your ceremony, at full cost. Cap and tassel are included in your rental fee and are yours to keep as a souvenir. 

Have questions about regalia? View our regalia FAQs.

Order your gown