# Dash for Durham College students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Durham College (Oshawa, Ontario) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, D2L Brightspace (DC Connect), campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Durham College. Start at https://textdash.ai/start

Page: https://textdash.ai/ontario/oshawa/durham-college
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at DC

- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Fall reading week begins ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))
- Sun, Nov 1, 2026: Fall reading week ends ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Winter: semester payment deadline for domestic and international returning students ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))
- Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Fall: last day to withdraw from a course with a W ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Fall: last day of classes for most programs ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))
- Thu, Dec 24, 2026: Holiday break and school closure begin ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))
- Sun, Jan 3, 2027: Holiday break and school closure end ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))
- Mon, Jan 4, 2027: Winter: full-time timetable changes through MyDC begin at 9 a.m. ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))
- Mon, Jan 11, 2027: Winter: classes begin for postsecondary students; FLEX students follow their schedules ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))
- Fri, Jan 15, 2027: Winter: last day for program registration, program changes and course additions ([source](https://durhamcollege.ca/info-for/current-students/important-dates/important-dates-2026-2027))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: D2L Brightspace (DC Connect)
- ITS Service Desk: Login assistance: 905.721.3333 or servicedesk@dc-uoit.ca. (https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-faculties/professional-and-part-time-learning/online-learning/dcconnectandol/dc-connect-platform)
- Financial aid important dates: OSAP application and documentation deadlines, bursary application dates, and student employment program dates for 2026–2027. (https://durhamcollege.ca/financial-info/financial-aid/important-dates/2026-2027)

## Questions

### What learning system does DC use?

Durham College uses D2L Brightspace (DC Connect). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is reading week at DC?

DC's reading week is Oct 26–Nov 1, 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 DC?

Fall: last day to withdraw from a course with a W (Monday, November 23, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at DC?

Winter: full-time timetable changes through MyDC begin at 9 a.m. (Monday, January 4, 2027).

### Where do I get financial aid help at DC?

Financial aid important dates: OSAP application and documentation deadlines, bursary application dates, and student employment program dates for 2026–2027.

### Is Dash affiliated with Durham College?

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

### How do DC students start using Dash?

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