# Dash for The University of British Columbia students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at The University of British Columbia (Vancouver, British Columbia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Canvas, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with The University of British Columbia. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/british-columbia/vancouver/ubc Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at UBC - Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Last day to withdraw from most Winter Term 1 courses with a W using Workday ([source](https://vancouver.calendar.ubc.ca/academic-year-202627/all-months)) - Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Winter Term 1 midterm break begins ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/dates-deadlines/)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Winter Term 1 midterm break ends ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/dates-deadlines/)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — university closed ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/dates-deadlines/)) - Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Last day of Winter Term 1 classes ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/dates-deadlines/)) - Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Winter Term 1 final exams begin ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/dates-deadlines/)) - Tue, Dec 22, 2026: Winter Term 1 final exams end ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/dates-deadlines/)) - Tue, Dec 22, 2026: Winter Term 1 ends for most faculties ([source](https://vancouver.calendar.ubc.ca/academic-year-202627/all-months)) - Fri, Dec 25, 2026: Christmas Day — university closed ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/dates-deadlines/)) - Mon, Dec 28, 2026: Boxing Day observed — university closed ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/dates-deadlines/)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Canvas (https://canvas.ubc.ca) - Here2Talk — 24/7 mental health counselling: Free, immediate counselling for UBC students by phone, online chat, or mobile app, available 24/7 from anywhere in the world. (https://www.ams.ubc.ca/support-services/student-resources/here2talk/) - 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988 in Canada, toll-free, any time if you are thinking about suicide or worried about someone else. (https://students.ubc.ca/health/crisis-support-services/) - First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Helpline: Indigenous students in Canada can call 1 855 242 3310 or chat online any time for immediate mental health counselling or crisis intervention. (https://students.ubc.ca/health/crisis-support-services/) - Student Health and Wellbeing: First point of contact for mental health concerns, including access to doctors, counsellors, information, and specialized counselling. (https://students.ubc.ca/health/mental-health-care-ubc/) - Enrolment Services Advisors — registration and student records: Help with registration issues, student records, and Registrar's office requests. Phone 604 822 9836 or toll-free 1 877 272 1422. In-person advising is available at Brock Hall, 1874 East Mall. (https://students.ubc.ca/about-student-services/enrolment-services-advisors/) - Financial support: Enrolment Services Advisors provide guidance on financial planning, scholarships, bursaries, student loans, and unexpected financial emergencies. (https://students.ubc.ca/finances/financial-support-options/) - Centre for Accessibility — accommodated exams: Students with approved accommodations can book accommodated exams with the Centre. Exams before the December final exam period must be booked seven days in advance. (https://vancouver.calendar.ubc.ca/academic-year-202627/all-months) - IT Service Centre — Campus-Wide Login support: Support for Campus-Wide Login account problems is available 24/7. CWL provides access to Student Workday and Canvas. (https://it.ubc.ca/services/accounts-passwords/campus-wide-login-cwl) ## About UBC - UBC’s motto, Tuum Est, means “It is Yours.” ([source](https://brand.ubc.ca/about-ubc-brand/)) - The Point Grey campus opened in 1925 with about 2,000 students. ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/ubclife/ubc-then-now-student-life-growing-campus)) - In 1922, students collected approximately 56,000 signatures urging the government to resume construction of the Point Grey campus. ([source](https://library.ubc.ca/archives/trek/)) - In 1948, the Kwicksutaineuk people formally granted UBC permission to use the Thunderbird name and emblem. ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/ubclife/victory-through-honour-pole)) - Storm the Wall challenges students to complete a relay involving swimming, running, biking and scaling a 12-foot wall. ([source](https://ubyssey.ca/guide/2023/ubc/student-traditions/)) - Day of the LongBoat brings teams of 8–10 to Jericho Beach for competitive or just-for-fun canoe races. ([source](https://ubyssey.ca/guide/2023/ubc/student-traditions/)) - The Pit is the AMS-run student pub in the basement of the Nest, with club nights for students aged 19 and up. ([source](https://ubyssey.ca/guide/2023/ubc/student-traditions/)) - UBC Collegia gives first-year commuter students spaces to connect with peers and upper-year students. ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/campus-life/)) - The monthly U-Pass provides bus, SkyTrain and SeaBus access within Metro Vancouver. ([source](https://students.ubc.ca/campus-life/)) ## Questions ### What learning system does UBC use? The University of British Columbia uses Canvas (canvas.ubc.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 winter break at UBC? UBC's winter break is Nov 9–11, 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 UBC? Last day to withdraw from most Winter Term 1 courses with a W using Workday (Friday, October 30, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When are final exams at UBC? Winter Term 1 final exams begin starts Friday, December 11. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### Where do I get financial aid help at UBC? Financial support: Enrolment Services Advisors provide guidance on financial planning, scholarships, bursaries, student loans, and unexpected financial emergencies. ### Is Dash affiliated with The University of British Columbia? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by The University of British Columbia. ### How do UBC students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at UBC. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.