dash.The BVC term, at a glance
The dates BVC Bears ask Dash about most, from BVC's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.
November
December
January
- Mon, Nov 9Fall reading week starts — exceptions include Practical Nurse, placements, English Language Learning, and Academic Upgradingbowvalleycollege.ca
- Wed, Nov 11College closed — Remembrance Daybowvalleycollege.ca
- Fri, Nov 13Fall reading week endsbowvalleycollege.ca
- Tue, Dec 1Fall 2026 withdrawal deadlinebowvalleycollege.ca
- Fri, Dec 18Fall 2026 term endsbowvalleycollege.ca
- Thu, Dec 24Winter break college closure startsbowvalleycollege.ca
- Fri, Jan 1Winter break college closure endsbowvalleycollege.ca
- Wed, Jan 6Winter 2027 tuition and fees deadlinebowvalleycollege.ca
Where things live at BVC
The tools and offices you'll need, so you don't have to dig. Ask Dash and it sends you to the right one.
Brightspace
Courses, assignments, announcements. Sign in once on Dash's secure page and your deadlines stay in sync.
Financial Aid Advisors
Help with student loans and grants. Email financialaid@bowvalleycollege.ca to ask questions or book an appointment.
Office of the Registrar
Email registrar@bowvalleycollege.ca for college completion of external scholarship enrolment and program confirmation forms. MyBVC supports class registration, tuition payment, and requests for official transcripts and registration documents.
Student technology help
The library on the second floor of North Campus helps with student technology questions. In-person assistance, chat, and technology resources and handouts are available.
Student Services appointments and forms
Links for academic advising, success advising, financial aid advising, financial coaching, awards, student ID cards, and other student services.
- 24/7 Student Assistance ProgramConfidential mental health and wellness service available 24/7, 365 days a year, listed on the SABVC domestic coverage page. Dialogue's 24/7 bilingual Call Centre: 1-855-853-0565. Immediate access to clinicians for crisis situations.
- Crisis intervention linesNational Suicide Crisis Helpline: 988. Distress Centre: 403-266-4357. Hope for Wellness Indigenous support: 1-855-242-3310.
- Bow Valley College CounsellingFree short-term individual and group counselling, with emergency appointments for mental health crisis, suicide, or self-injury. Phone: 403-410-1440. Email: counselling@bowvalleycollege.ca. Learner Success Services, first floor, South Campus, 345–6 Avenue SE.
What it's like to text Dash
Text it like a friend. It works over iMessage and SMS, and it asks before it does anything for you.
Deadlines, handled
• lab report, wed 11:59pm
• reading quiz, fri
you're ahead 😌
From your syllabus, or Brightspace once you sign in on Dash's secure page.
BVC, answered
Straight from BVC's own pages, linked.
Done, after your yes
Rooms, appointments, emails to profs. Always asks first.
BVC, in short
Bow Valley College, founded 1965, in Calgary, Alberta.
- Originally called Alberta Vocational Centre, the school became Bow Valley College in 1998.bowvalleycollege.ca
- The college crest represents five values: respect, creativity, inclusion, resilience, and teamwork.bowvalleycollege.ca
- Its 3,500-square-foot esports arena features 40 competition-ready gaming stations and two full-motion racing simulators.bowvalleycollege.ca
- The Bears won their first collegiate Valorant match 2–0 against Calgary rivals, the SAIT Trojans.bowvalleycollege.ca
- The Esports Arena is open to all students for gaming, socializing, and improving their skills.bowvalleycollege.ca
- The Ali Family Intercultural Centre hosts cultural events, creative workshops, and table tennis.bowvalleycollege.ca
- The Volunteer Collective connects students with campus events and off-campus volunteering opportunities.bowvalleycollege.ca
- The Iniikokaan Centre offers Indigenous student resources and welcomes all Nations to learn, practice, and celebrate Indigenous cultures.choose.bowvalleycollege.ca
Questions BVC Bears ask
Short answers from BVC's own pages.
What learning system does BVC use?
Bow Valley College uses Brightspace (d2l.bowvalleycollege.ca). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.
When is reading week at BVC?
BVC's reading week is Nov 9–13, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.
When is the last day to withdraw from a course at BVC?
Fall 2026 withdrawal deadline (Tuesday, December 1, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.
When is the last day to add or drop courses at BVC?
Winter 2027 course drop deadline (Monday, January 18, 2027).
How do I contact the registrar at BVC?
Office of the Registrar: Email registrar@bowvalleycollege.ca for college completion of external scholarship enrolment and program confirmation forms. MyBVC supports class registration, tuition payment, and requests for official transcripts and registration documents.
Where do I get financial aid help at BVC?
Financial Aid Advisors: Help with student loans and grants. Email financialaid@bowvalleycollege.ca to ask questions or book an appointment.
Is Dash affiliated with Bow Valley College?
No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bow Valley College.
How do BVC students start using Dash?
Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at BVC. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.