Message to Graduates from the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario
It is with great joy that I extend my warm congratulations to the graduating class of 2024! This is a time for celebration, for reflection, and for charting your hopes for the future.
There is so much to celebrate in reaching this milestone. Your perseverance, dedication, and resilience during your years of studying have led you to this moment, and these are all qualities that will serve you well in the future.
This achievement is also an opportunity to reflect on the important people who have been part of your journey, including your family, your friends, and, of course, your teachers. At the heart of every school is a community. In the weeks and months ahead, as you start new endeavours and join new communities, please remember that we all have a role to play in fostering inclusive environments, in which everyone can thrive.
As you embark on the next chapter of your life, whether at college, at university, in an apprenticeship, or in the workforce, I encourage you to be passionate about pursuing your dreams and ambitions. Learning is a lifelong journey, so continue to be curious, to collaborate with others, and to embrace new opportunities.
Ontario is proud of you! You represent the great potential of our province, and I am sure that you will contribute to our bright future in a meaningful way.
The Honourable Edith Dumont, OOnt
Lieutenant Governor of Ontario