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Graduation ceremony 2026

This year, we are inviting you and your families to celebrate at the Palais de congrès de Montréal on November 9, 2026. We look forward to celebrating your success with you! 
 
Here is all the information regarding your graduation ceremony:   

When 

Monday, November 9, 2026 

Where  

Palais des congrès de Montréal  
201 Viger Avenue West, Room 710  
Place-d’Armes Metro or parking at 1025 Chenneville Street ($27 maximum).  

Schedule  

• 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.: Graduates and professional merit honorees check-in 
  Attendance confirmation and distribution of caps and gowns in Room 720 
  (Late arrivals may be denied access to the stage) 

• 3:45 p.m.: Guest arrival 
  In the 7th floor foyer 

• 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.: Welcome cocktail 
  In Room 710B, including light hors d’oeuvres and beverages 

• 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.: Graduation ceremony 
  In Room 710A 

Dress code   
Smart attire required (running shoes and jeans will not be accepted).   

Cost 

• $50 plus taxes for graduates and award recipients  
• $60 plus taxes per guest (maximum of 4 guests per graduate) 

These fees include a service of appetizers and beverages, coat check, the purchase or rental of the compulsory graduation cap and gown, along with some surprises. 

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Professional merits

Celebrate your passion for the job!

Each year, the ITHQ recognizes the perseverance of graduates who are still working in the tourism, hospitality or restaurant services industry 10, 20 or even 40 years after completing their training.

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Professional merits of 2025

We would like to extend a warm welcome to all of this year’s recipients!