# Dash for Vancouver Community College students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Vancouver Community College (Vancouver, British Columbia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Vancouver Community College. Start at https://textdash.ai/start

Page: https://textdash.ai/british-columbia/vancouver/vancouver-community-college
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at VCC

- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day; college closed ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/important-dates/upcoming-holidays/))
- Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Online and in-person registration unavailable: December 7–9 ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/important-dates/fall-term-2026/))
- Tue, Dec 15, 2026: Last day of fall classes and exams ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/important-dates/fall-term-2026/))
- Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Winter break closure begins ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/important-dates/upcoming-holidays/))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: Winter break closure ends, inclusive ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/important-dates/upcoming-holidays/))
- Mon, Jan 4, 2027: College reopens after winter break ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/important-dates/fall-term-2026/))
- Mon, Feb 15, 2027: Family Day ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/important-dates/upcoming-holidays/))
- Fri, Mar 26, 2027: Good Friday ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/important-dates/upcoming-holidays/))
- Mon, Mar 29, 2027: Easter Monday ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/important-dates/upcoming-holidays/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Moodle (https://moodle.vcc.ca)
- Student portal: https://myvcc.ca
- Counselling: VCC lists counselling among its student services. (https://www.vcc.ca/services/services-for-students/counselling/)
- Here2Talk: VCC lists 24/7 counselling services for international students. (https://www.vcc.ca/international/about/news-and-events/news/article/here2talk--counselling-services.html)
- Registrar's Office and student records: Submit course withdrawal forms or formal withdrawal requests to records@vcc.ca. Refund appeal forms may also be submitted to the Registrar's Office at any VCC campus. (https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/student-records/withdraw-from-a-course-or-program/)
- Registration Services: For many programs, the Admissions & Registration team in the Registrar's Office registers students into required courses. (https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/)
- Moodle login guidance: First-time users should log in at myVCC.ca and select Online Courses. Returning users can log in directly to Moodle using the same username and password as myVCC. (https://vcc.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/50/Portal/KB/PrintArticle?ID=79)
- VCC Account and Password: VCC provides an account and password resource for current students. (https://www.vcc.ca/services/current-students/vcc-account-and-password/)

## About VCC

- VCC offers more than 150 academic and practical programs to 13,000 students of all ages and backgrounds. ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/brand/?trk=public_post-text))
- VCC has campuses on East Broadway and West Pender Street in Vancouver. ([source](https://suvcc.ca/events/))
- The college is located on the traditional, unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples. ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/president/messages-from-the-president/archive/presidents-message--national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-1.html))
- VCC celebrated its Fall 2025 graduates at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/convocation/previous-ceremonies/))
- SUVCC Welcome Days help new students meet the Students’ Union and learn about campus life. ([source](https://suvcc.ca/events/))
- Student Stress Relief events offer snacks, board games, art activities, movies, and video games. ([source](https://suvcc.ca/events/))
- The Students’ Union celebrates semester-end with a carnival featuring games, music, and food. ([source](https://suvcc.ca/events/))
- Students organizing an event, lecture series, or conference can apply for up to $250 from SUVCC’s Student Activity Fund. ([source](https://suvcc.ca/events/))
- The Downtown campus hosts an annual Lunar New Year celebration; the 2026 event featured food, games, red pockets, and a lion dance. ([source](https://www.vcc.ca/about/college-information/events/article/lunar-new-year-celebrations---dtn-campus-.html))

## Questions

### What learning system does VCC use?

Vancouver Community College uses Moodle (moodle.vcc.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 VCC?

VCC's winter break is Dec 23–Jan 1, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### How do I contact the registrar at VCC?

Registrar's Office and student records: Submit course withdrawal forms or formal withdrawal requests to records@vcc.ca. Refund appeal forms may also be submitted to the Registrar's Office at any VCC campus.

### Is Dash affiliated with Vancouver Community College?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Vancouver Community College.

### How do VCC students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at VCC. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.