Please note that these events are by invitation only.
Our highest priority is the health and safety of our graduates and guests. As such, CMCC will continue to monitor public health guidelines and follow COVID 19 safety protocols in accordance with CMCC’s policies and procedures.
Class of 2020 and 2021 Convocation
Roy Thomson Hall
60 Simcoe St (near King St & University Ave)
Toronto, ON M5J 2H5
June 2, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
immediately followed by an optional reception (appetizers and refreshments) to finish by 2:30 p.m.
Class of 2022 Convocation
60 Simcoe St (near King St & University Ave)
Toronto, ON M5J 2H5
June 23, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Guest entry between 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.)
immediately followed by an optional reception (appetizers and refreshments) to finish by 2:30 p.m.
This event will not be live streamed but recorded where the recording will be available at a later date through this webpage.
COVID Protocols
Your health and safety are our upmost priority. Pease note that the following safety protocols are in place for the day of the event:
- All graduates, guests, faculty and staff will be required to wear a mask during the event (masks will be available upon entry into Roy Thomson Hall);
- Graduates have the option to remove their masks when crossing the stage for a photo opportunity;
- Food and drinks will be served at the reception in a cordoned-off area of the lobby where masks can then be removed.
NOTE: If you are feeling unwell or exhibiting any symptoms such as a cold, cough, fever, etc., we kindly ask that you not attend.
Gift Suggestions
The CMCC Supply Centre
The CMCC Supply Centre offers students a great selection of giftware that they can purchase online at the CMCC Supply Centre website.
Please click the link below to see which items you would like to purchase to commemorate your hard work at CMCC.
CMCC Giftware
The Commencement Group
To further contribute to a safe and efficient environment, we are strongly encouraging customers to take advantage of our online pre-order service. We will have a contact-free customer experience for guests who are simply picking up their pre-purchased and reserved product. This will also increase overall physical distancing measures.
Public Transportation
Subway
Roy Thomson Hall is located just next to St. Andrew subway station on the University Line.
Streetcar
The King streetcar (Route 504) stops at the corner of King Street & Simcoe Street.
GO Transit or Via Rail
Roy Thomson Hall is a short walk (5-6 blocks) north and west of Union Station. It can also be reached by subway (one stop from Union Station to St. Andrew).
Parking
Roy Thomson Hall Garage
The underground garage at Roy Thomson Hall is convenient, clean, brightly lit and well signed. There are two levels with combined capacity for 377 cars. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The garage entrance is on Wellington Street, west of Simcoe Street.
Hours: 24 hours. The garage is closed holidays.
- Underground lot rates:
- Half hour or less – $4.00
- Early Bird rate (Monday to Friday in before 9am out by 7pm) – $17.00
- Day-time Maximum (Monday to Friday 9am – 7pm) – $18.00
- Weekday Evening (after 4pm) & Weekend Flat rate $16.00
NOTE: Parking lot rates subject to change.
Accessible Parking Permit Options
Please note there are no reserved accessible parking spots in the surface lot.
The meter is located in the northeast corner of the lot and only accepts credit cards or coins (no bills or debit)
As there is no public access via the Artist Entrance all patrons must enter via the Simcoe Street doors so it is recommended that patrons with mobility issues are dropped off at the Simcoe doors before parking on the surface lot.
Other Nearby Parking Lots
- MetroCentre underground parking garage: Access is through the same Wellington Street entrance as the Roy Thomson Hall parking garage. This parking garage has approximately 500 spaces and is easily accessible by foot through the MetroCentre concourse to Roy Thomson Hall. We recommend parking in the pink section of the MetroCentre garage and access the main floor of MetroCentre [M] by elevator.
- Green P Parking Lots
- Find other lots in the area
Hotels
For hotels and restaurants, when viewing Google Maps for Roy Thomson Hall you can select the 'Nearby' feature listed on the maps page to find options, then choose your preference.