Grad Rehearsal

There is an extended Trail Time Homeroom on Monday May 11 from 2:00-3:30 PM.

Graduates will meet their Trail Time teacher in their regular location and then go to the gym as a group for the grad rehearsal.

Attendance at the grad rehearsal is MANDATORY!

Grad gowns and ceremony tickets will be distributed by your Trail Time teacher

Requested number of ceremony tickets have been approved up to a total of 8 Unclaimed ceremony tickets from the May 11 graduation rehearsal MUST be picked up from the NTHS main office by 4:00 PM on Tuesday, May 12. Tickets can be collected by the graduate or a parent/guardian, and a valid ID matching the information in PowerSchool is required.


North Trail Graduation consists of two events:

  1. Morning Graduation Ceremony, AKA “walk-the-stage", includes all eligible graduates
  2. Evening Graduation Banquet, a semi-formal event, includes eligible graduates and guests who have purchased tickets


Graduation Ceremony & Ticket Information

Morning Graduation Ceremony

  • Location: BMO Centre Hall B/C
  • Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (sharp)
  • Student Arrival Time at Hall B/C Staging Area: 8:00 AM
    • Students must arrive on site prior to 8:00 AM to allow sufficient time for parking, walking to the venue, and check-in at the Hall B/C Staging Area. Late arrivals may miss important instructions, lineup procedures, or the processional itself.

    • DOORS WILL CLOSE AT 8:30 AM

Ceremony Fee

  • $75 graduation ceremony fee per graduate (not per ticket).
  • Includes cap, gown, tassel, stole, graduation folio, and ceremony participation.
  • Payment must be completed through online MyCBE parent account.
  • Each graduate is initially permitted four (4) guest tickets, in addition to the graduate.
  • Graduate does NOT need a ticket for the morning Grad Ceremony.
  • Due to venue capacity constraints, seating is limited.
  • Additional tickets may be released at a later date if space allows.
  • Tickets were requested through Trail Time Homeroom in early February – please confirm the number requested with your graduate!
  • Extra ticket requests may be granted closer to graduation depending on availability. Update – No additional tickets available.
  • Paper ceremony tickets will be distributed to graduates in advance via their Trail Time Homeroom teacher.


Grad Banquet Information (Optional but Highly Encouraged!)

The NTHS Grad Banquet is an unforgettable evening where graduates come together to celebrate with friends, classmates, family, and staff. It is a true highlight of the graduation experience.

Grad 2026 Theme: Out of this world


NTHS Evening Grad Banquet Schedule

  • Location: BMO Centre Hall A1
  • Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
  • No re-entry permitted
  • 5:00 PM - Doors Open for those with purchased tickets * Photo ID will be required at entry to check against our list
  • 5:45-6:00 - Speeches begin
  • 6:00 - 8:00 - Dinner and desserts served
  • 7:30 - 8:00 - Second portion of speeches during dessert
  • 8:00 - 11:30 - Dance!

Menu

Bread

Artisan Rolls and Creamy Butter
(Gluten‑Free Bread Available)

Salads

Summer Orchard Salad | DF, GF, V, VE, H
Heirloom tomatoes, ripe mango, and avocado with crisp cucumber and radicchio, finished with an Oi’ Grumps’ honey‑lime vinaigrette

Sunny Mediterranean Salad | DF, V, VE, H
Cucumbers, Kalamata olives, red onion, chickpeas, and vegan feta tossed with orzo, fresh mint and basil, and a zesty Greek dressing

Prairie Green Salad | DF, GF, V, VE, H
Mix of artisan lettuce, snow peas, pickled red onion, cherry tomatoes, pomegranate seeds, and cucumber, tossed in a light chili vinaigrette

Main Dishes

Certified Halal Alberta Heritage AAA Signature Sirloin | DF, GF, H
Signature stamped spice blend, served with a rich thyme demi‑glace

Harissa‑Roasted Certified Halal Chicken | DF, GF, H
Oven‑roasted chicken breast with mild harissa spice and a light pan jus

Farm to Table Roasted Vegetables | DF, GF, V, VE, H
Oven‑roasted summer and root vegetables from Southern Alberta, light herb drizzle

Prairie Herb‑Roasted Potatoes | DF, GF, V, VE, H
Crispy oven‑roasted red skin potatoes with aromatic herb oil

Sizzling Tofu Tango | DF, GF, V, VE, H
Crispy tofu cubes with bell peppers and snow peas in a zesty tamari‑ginger sauce, topped with toasted sesame

Dessert Buffet

Festive Berry Pavlovas | DF, GF, V, VE, H
Crispy meringue nests (aquafaba‑based) filled with coconut whipped cream and fresh seasonal berries

Decadent Flourless Chocolate Cake | GF, V, VE, H
Rich, velvety flourless chocolate cake, served with tangy raspberry coulis

Garden Fresh Fruit Bowl | DF, GF, V, VE, H
Colorful seasonal fruits, hand‑picked and ready to enjoy

Evening Grad Banquet Ticket Sales

  • Regular pricing: $130 per ticket begins on March 2
  • Ticket sales End - March 31st at 11:59 pm - now passed
  • Additional tickets will be released at the regular price at a later date if space allows
  • Payment must be completed through online parent MyCBE account; (go to Fees, then Graduation to purchase)​
  • Ticket Sales End – March 31st at 11:59pm
  • Preference of ONE other graduate to sit with will be requested at purchase.
  • Seating will be determined and communicated at a later date (once banquet sales are closed)



Important Information


“Walk-the-Stage” Graduation Eligibility Requirements

To participate in the graduation ceremony, students must meet the following criteria:


“Walk-the-Stage” Requirements for the High School Diploma

  • Student is in Good Standing
  • Minimum 75 credits by February
  • On track to earn 95 credits by the end of June
  • Registered in Summer School if required to complete diploma credentials
  • All fees paid for Grades 10, 11, and 12
  • The deadline to pay all student fees, including $75 graduation ceremony fee was April 1 and is now passed.


“Walk-the-Stage” Requirements for the K&E Certificate of High School Achievement

  • Student is in Good Standing
  • Minimum 55 credits by February
  • On track to earn 75 credits by the end of June
  • Registered in Summer School if required to complete certificate credentials
  • All fees paid for Grades 10, 11, and 12
  • The deadline to pay all student fees, including $75 graduation ceremony fee was April 1 and is now passed.


We appreciate your support in helping make this milestone celebration meaningful for our graduates. If you have any questions regarding eligibility, tickets, or payments, please contact the main office (403-817-3700 or northtrail@cbe.ab.ca


Details will be posted in MyCBE later this year. 


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