# Dash for Keyano College students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at Keyano College (Fort McMurray, Alberta) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Keyano College. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/alberta/fort-mcmurray/keyano-college Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at Keyano - Mon, Nov 2, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to withdraw ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) - Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Reading day — no classes or assessments ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) - Tue, Nov 10, 2026: Reading day — no classes or assessments ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — college closed ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) - Thu, Nov 12, 2026: Reading day — no classes or assessments ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) - Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Reading day — no classes or assessments ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) - Wed, Dec 2, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of classes (except Power Engineering; some nursing clinicals differ) ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) - Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams begin ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) - Wed, Dec 16, 2026: Fall 2026 final exams end ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) - Thu, Dec 17, 2026: Winter 2027 tuition and fees due (except Power Engineering) ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/media/sy2otiyo/credit-calendar-2026-2027-j18.pdf)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Moodle (https://ilearn.keyano.ca/) - Student portal: https://selfservice.keyano.ca/ - 24/7 mental health and crisis support: Alberta Crisis Line: 988; Mental Health Help Line: 1-877-303-2642; SOS Crisis Line: 780-743-4357. Immediate danger: 911; campus Security: 780-598-1625. (https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/academic-support/wellness-services/after-hours-crisis-support/) - Hope for Wellness: 24/7 support for Indigenous Peoples: 1-855-242-3310. (https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/academic-support/wellness-services/after-hours-crisis-support/) - Wellness Services: Free, confidential counselling for Keyano students. Room CC157; Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., closed noon–1 p.m. Virtual appointments can be requested at wellness.services@keyano.ca. (https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/academic-support/wellness-services/) - Office of the Registrar and Student Advisors: Admissions, registration, academic records, transcripts and graduation support. Registrar: registrar@keyano.ca. Student Advisors: student.advisors@keyano.ca; 780-791-4801. (https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/office-of-the-registrar/) - Tuition and financial aid: Tuition, payment, refunds, sponsorship and student loan information. Send student loan application or sponsorship confirmation to financialaide@keyano.ca. (https://www.keyano.ca/admissions/tuition-and-financial-services/) - Accessibility Services and Academic Accommodations: Accommodations, adaptive technology and personalized learning supports for students with documented disabilities. (https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/) - IT Help Desk: Account, Moodle, Wi-Fi, software and device support. Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; 780-791-4965. (https://support.keyano.ca) - MyKeys Portal: Check registration status, view account balances and pay tuition online. Access or payment assistance: admission.portal@keyano.ca. (https://mykeys.keyano.ca) ## About Keyano - Keyano began in 1965 as the Alberta Vocational Centre, teaching trades and academic upgrading in just three Atco trailers. ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/60th/)) - The first graduating class consisted of 13 welders; the grand opening featured a ceremonial chain-cutting with a welding torch. ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/60th/)) - Keyano (kiyânaw in Cree) translates to “we, us, our,” reflecting the college’s connection to community. ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/indigenous-students/)) - In 2023–24, the men’s basketball team won both the ACAC Championship and Keyano’s first-ever CCAA National Championship. ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/huskies-athletics/)) - The Syncrude Sport & Wellness Centre offers weights, an indoor running track, multi-sport courts and group fitness classes. ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/our-campus/amenities-and-services/)) - Keyano Library provides tech loans, quiet study spaces and help with research and citations. ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/our-campus/amenities-and-services/)) - The Bouchier Indigenous Student Centre welcomes all students for beading, drumming, Elder connections and cultural gatherings. ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/indigenous-students/)) - Keyano Theatre and Arts Centre hosts live performances and community events, with opportunities to get involved behind the scenes. ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/our-campus/amenities-and-services/)) - Health Services in Clearwater Campus office CC142 offers free, confidential support from a registered nurse; provincial health care is not required. ([source](https://www.keyano.ca/student-services/our-campus/)) ## Questions ### What learning system does Keyano use? Keyano College uses Moodle (ilearn.keyano.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 the last day to withdraw from a course at Keyano? Fall 2026 last day to withdraw (Monday, November 2, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When are final exams at Keyano? Fall 2026 final exams begin starts Monday, December 7. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### How do I contact the registrar at Keyano? Office of the Registrar and Student Advisors: Admissions, registration, academic records, transcripts and graduation support. Registrar: registrar@keyano.ca. Student Advisors: student.advisors@keyano.ca; 780-791-4801. ### Where do I get financial aid help at Keyano? Tuition and financial aid: Tuition, payment, refunds, sponsorship and student loan information. Send student loan application or sponsorship confirmation to financialaide@keyano.ca. ### Is Dash affiliated with Keyano College? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Keyano College. ### How do Keyano students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at Keyano. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.