dash.The Ontario Tech term, at a glance
The dates Ontario Tech Ridgebacks ask Dash about most, from Ontario Tech's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.
October
December
January
- Sun, Oct 18Fall study week endsregistrar.ontariotechu.ca
- Mon, Dec 7Fall lectures end, except Bachelor of Educationregistrar.ontariotechu.ca
- Mon, Dec 7Last day to withdraw from fall coursesregistrar.ontariotechu.ca
- Tue, Dec 8Fall study break; no scheduled academic activitiesregistrar.ontariotechu.ca
- Wed, Dec 9Fall final examination period beginsregistrar.ontariotechu.ca
- Sat, Dec 19Fall final examination period endsregistrar.ontariotechu.ca
- Thu, Dec 24University closure beginsregistrar.ontariotechu.ca
- Fri, Jan 1University closure endsregistrar.ontariotechu.ca
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The tools and offices you'll need, so you don't have to dig. Ask Dash and it sends you to the right one.
Canvas
Courses, assignments, announcements. Sign in once on Dash's secure page and your deadlines stay in sync.
Office of the Registrar / Enrolment Services
Course registration and student financial support: 905.721.3190 or connect@ontariotechu.ca. In-person assistance at 40 Conlin Road West, first floor. Closed October 14 for staff training; services resume October 15.
Student Awards and Financial Aid
Support with awards, bursaries and scholarships. Enrolment Services can answer OSAP and financial-need questions and arrange a Financial Aid Officer appointment when needed.
- Suicide Crisis HelplineCall or text 9-8-8 for suicide crisis support.
- 24/7 campus emergency assistanceOn campus, call 905.721.3211 or 905.721.8668 ext. 2400 for Campus Security, available 24/7. Off campus, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department.
- Student Mental Health ServicesShort-term counselling, therapy, intake and distress support. Call 905.721.3392 or email studentlifeline@ontariotechu.ca to request an appointment. Requests are processed Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; this is not a 24/7 emergency crisis line.
- 24/7 Canvas SupportCanvas assistance is available through the 24/7 Support menu inside Canvas, including live chat, webform/email and a dedicated phone number.
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Ontario Tech, answered
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Ontario Tech, in short
Ontario Tech University, founded 2002, in Oshawa, Ontario.
- Ontario Tech welcomed its first class of 947 students on September 4, 2003.ontariotechu.ca
- The Ridgebacks name was chosen from over 300 submissions and also references the Oak Ridges Moraine north of campus.goridgebacks.com
- The university has two campus locations: North Oshawa and Downtown Oshawa.ontariotechu.ca
- 85 percent of upper-year undergraduate students participate in experiential learning.ontariotechu.ca
- The 8,400-square-metre Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre offers gym membership, fitness programs and recreational leagues.ontariotechu.ca
- Engineering students wear blue coveralls called “Covies” and trade patches with students from other engineering schools.otengsoc.ca
- The Wild Goose Chase is a long-standing orientation tradition represented by Stanley the Goose.giving.ontariotechu.ca
- The Brilliant Catalyst startup incubator provides entrepreneurial resources alongside the university’s degree programs.news.ontariotechu.ca
Questions Ontario Tech Ridgebacks ask
Short answers from Ontario Tech's own pages.
What learning system does Ontario Tech use?
Ontario Tech University uses Canvas (learn.ontariotechu.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 Ontario Tech?
Ontario Tech's fall break is Dec 8, 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 Ontario Tech?
Last day to withdraw from fall courses (Monday, December 7, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.
When is the last day to add or drop courses at Ontario Tech?
Winter last day to add courses; regular registration ends (Friday, January 22, 2027).
When are final exams at Ontario Tech?
Fall final examination period begins starts Wednesday, December 9. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.
How do I contact the registrar at Ontario Tech?
Office of the Registrar / Enrolment Services: Course registration and student financial support: 905.721.3190 or connect@ontariotechu.ca. In-person assistance at 40 Conlin Road West, first floor. Closed October 14 for staff training; services resume October 15.
Where do I get financial aid help at Ontario Tech?
Student Awards and Financial Aid: Support with awards, bursaries and scholarships. Enrolment Services can answer OSAP and financial-need questions and arrange a Financial Aid Officer appointment when needed.
Is Dash affiliated with Ontario Tech University?
No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ontario Tech University.
How do Ontario Tech students start using Dash?
Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at Ontario Tech. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.
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