# Dash for St. Francis Xavier University students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at St. Francis Xavier University (Antigonish, Nova Scotia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with St. Francis Xavier University. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/nova-scotia/antigonish/st-francis-xavier Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at StFX - Mon, Oct 19, 2026: Classes resume after Fall Study Break ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_Jul31.pdf)) - Wed, Nov 4, 2026: Last day to drop first-term three-credit courses ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/applications-admissions/registrars-office/course-drop-dates)) - Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day observance: no classes, offices closed ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_Jul31.pdf)) - Thu, Dec 3, 2026: Feast Day of St. Francis Xavier: no classes ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_Jul31.pdf)) - Fri, Dec 4, 2026: Wednesday classes held on the second-last day of first-term classes ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_Jul31.pdf)) - Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Last day of first-term classes ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_Jul31.pdf)) - Thu, Dec 10, 2026: First-term examinations begin ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_Jul31.pdf)) - Sat, Dec 19, 2026: Christmas break begins after the last examination ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_Jul31.pdf)) - Wed, Dec 23, 2026: University closes for holiday break ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_Jul31.pdf)) - Mon, Jan 4, 2027: University reopens ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_Jul31.pdf)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Moodle (https://moodle.stfx.ca) - Student portal: https://www.stfx.ca/banner - Good2Talk Nova Scotia: 24/7 free, anonymous and confidential telephone counselling for postsecondary students: 1-833-292-3698. (https://www.stfx.ca/student-services/support-services/health-counselling/community-health-resources) - Nova Scotia Mental Health Crisis Line: 24/7 crisis support: 1-888-429-8167. (https://www.stfx.ca/student-services/support-services/health-counselling/community-health-resources) - 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. (https://www.stfx.ca/student-services/support-services/health-counselling/community-health-resources) - Crisis Text Line: 24/7 support: text GOOD2TALKNS to 686868. (https://www.stfx.ca/student-services/support-services/health-counselling/community-health-resources) - Health and Counselling Centre: Confidential, student-focused mental health services. Book online through Pomelo or in person; new appointments open weekdays at 7:30 a.m. For booking assistance, call 902-867-2263 during office hours. Located at 305 Bloomfield Centre, 5555 Union Place. (https://www.stfx.ca/student-services/support-services/health-counselling/mental-health) - Registrar’s Office: Registration, course add/drop, transcripts, enrolment verification, academic regulations and examination schedules. Email registrar@stfx.ca; phone 902-867-2160. Located on the 2nd floor of Nicholson Tower, 2329 Notre Dame Avenue. (https://www.stfx.ca/applications-admissions/registrars-office) - Financial Aid Office: Scholarships, need-based bursaries, student loan support and financial literacy. Email financialaid@stfx.ca; phone 902-867-2374 or 902-867-2301. Located in rooms 204/206, Nicholson Tower. (https://www.stfx.ca/applications-admissions/financial-support/financial-aid-office) - Student Accounts: Student fee billing, collection, payment information and account inquiries. Email aservice@stfx.ca; phone 902-867-2123 or 902-867-3738. (https://www.stfx.ca/student-accounts) ## About StFX - Founded in Arichat in 1853, StFX moved to Antigonish in 1855. ([source](https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/st-francis-xavier-university)) - In 1897, StFX became the first co-educational Catholic institution in North America to grant degrees to women. ([source](https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/st-francis-xavier-university)) - The traditional X-Ring investiture ceremony began in 1958. ([source](https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/st-francis-xavier-university)) - The university motto, Quaecumque Sunt Vera, means “Whatsoever Things are True.” ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/why-stfx/our-xaverian-story)) - A close-knit residence community lets students live and learn together. ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/why-stfx/our-xaverian-story)) - Free tutoring is listed for computer science, business administration, economics, mathematics and statistics. ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/about/university-advancement/visual-identity-guide/official-colours)) - Flourish@X offers health and wellness programs. ([source](https://www.stfx.ca/about/university-advancement/visual-identity-guide/official-colours)) - Fans can meet Captain X and Super Xavia at games in the stadium, gymnasium or arena. ([source](https://www.goxgo.ca/fan_zone/mascot/index)) ## Questions ### What learning system does StFX use? St. Francis Xavier University uses Moodle (moodle.stfx.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 university closes for holiday break at StFX? StFX's university closes for holiday break is Dec 23–Jan 4, 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 StFX? Last day to drop first-term three-credit courses (Wednesday, November 4, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When are final exams at StFX? First-term examinations begin starts Thursday, December 10. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them. ### How do I contact the registrar at StFX? Registrar’s Office: Registration, course add/drop, transcripts, enrolment verification, academic regulations and examination schedules. Email registrar@stfx.ca; phone 902-867-2160. Located on the 2nd floor of Nicholson Tower, 2329 Notre Dame Avenue. ### Where do I get financial aid help at StFX? Financial Aid Office: Scholarships, need-based bursaries, student loan support and financial literacy. Email financialaid@stfx.ca; phone 902-867-2374 or 902-867-2301. Located in rooms 204/206, Nicholson Tower. ### Is Dash affiliated with St. Francis Xavier University? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by St. Francis Xavier University. ### How do StFX students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at StFX. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.