dash.The Conestoga term, at a glance
The dates Conestoga Condors ask Dash about most, from Conestoga's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.
October
November
December
January
- Mon, Oct 26Fall 2026 Student Success Week beginsconestogac.on.ca
- Sat, Oct 31Fall 2026 Student Success Week endsconestogac.on.ca
- Sun, Nov 15Fall 2026 last day to drop a course without academic penalty for most coursesconestogac.on.ca
- Fri, Dec 11Winter 2027 tuition fees dueconestogac.on.ca
- Mon, Dec 14Fall 2026 last week of term beginsconestogac.on.ca
- Sat, Dec 19Fall 2026 last week of term endsconestogac.on.ca
- Mon, Dec 21Fall–winter intersession begins — no classes for most programsconestogac.on.ca
- Fri, Jan 8Fall–winter intersession endsconestogac.on.ca
Where things live at Conestoga
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.
Counselling Services
Free, confidential counselling by appointment for enrolled students living in Ontario, with in-person, virtual and telephone options. Email counselling@conestogac.on.ca from your college email. Same-day appointments may be available but are not guaranteed.
Registrar's Office
Assistance with admissions, fees, enrolment, registration, credit transfer, student records, financial services, OSAP and awards. For timetables, course changes, elective registration and student forms, email studentrecords@conestogac.on.ca.
Student Financial Services
Support with OSAP, out-of-province financial aid, apprenticeship loans, awards, scholarships, bursaries and work study. OSAP questions can be emailed to osap@conestogac.on.ca.
Accessibility Hub
Students can book a test, request course notes, volunteer for notetaking, view advisor appointments and access accommodation letters.
Accessible Learning — reduced tuition accommodation
Students with a documented permanent, persistent or prolonged disability who need a reduced course load as an accommodation may qualify for reduced tuition. Identify yourself with Accessible Learning and apply through your Accessibility Advisor.
- Good2Talk — after-hours mental health supportFree 24-hour mental health support service for Ontario post-secondary students.
- Immediate crisis and emergency supportIf experiencing thoughts of suicide, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room. For an off-campus emergency, call 911 or go to a local hospital emergency department.
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.
Conestoga, answered
Straight from Conestoga's own pages, linked.
Done, after your yes
Rooms, appointments, emails to profs. Always asks first.
Conestoga, in short
Conestoga College, founded 1967, in Kitchener, Ontario.
- Conestoga was founded in 1967 as Conestoga College of Applied Arts and Technology.en.wikipedia.org
- The college motto is “Transcend.”www-assets.conestogac.on.ca
- The coat of arms features three phoenix heads representing art and a central wheel symbolizing technology.conestogac.on.ca
- Doon’s Recreation Centre received an Ontario Association of Architects Design Excellence Award in 2017.blogs1.conestogac.on.ca
- The Student Recreation Centre offers multiple gymnasiums, a fitness centre and an indoor running track.reccentre.conestogac.on.ca
- Athletics and Recreation runs intramural sports, fitness classes, esports leagues and wellness workshops.reccentre.conestogac.on.ca
- Snacks & Chats helps students meet peers from around the world and practise conversational English.conestogac.on.ca
- Free interactive Leadership Workshop Series sessions help students develop leadership skills.conestogac.on.ca
Questions Conestoga Condors ask
Short answers from Conestoga's own pages.
What learning system does Conestoga use?
Conestoga College uses Brightspace (econestoga.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 fall break at Conestoga?
Conestoga's fall break is Oct 26–31, 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 Conestoga?
Fall 2026 last day to drop a course without academic penalty for most courses (Sunday, November 15, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.
When is the last day to add or drop courses at Conestoga?
Winter 2027 last day to add a course for most programs (Tuesday, January 19, 2027).
How do I contact the registrar at Conestoga?
Registrar's Office: Assistance with admissions, fees, enrolment, registration, credit transfer, student records, financial services, OSAP and awards. For timetables, course changes, elective registration and student forms, email studentrecords@conestogac.on.ca.
Where do I get financial aid help at Conestoga?
Student Financial Services: Support with OSAP, out-of-province financial aid, apprenticeship loans, awards, scholarships, bursaries and work study. OSAP questions can be emailed to osap@conestogac.on.ca.
Is Dash affiliated with Conestoga College?
No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Conestoga College.
How do Conestoga students start using Dash?
Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at Conestoga. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.
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