# Dash for Ontario Tech University students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at Ontario Tech University (Oshawa, Ontario) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Canvas, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Ontario Tech University. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/ontario/oshawa/ontario-tech Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at Ontario Tech - Sun, Oct 18, 2026: Fall study week ends ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) - Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Fall lectures end, except Bachelor of Education ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) - Mon, Dec 7, 2026: Last day to withdraw from fall courses ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) - Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Fall study break; no scheduled academic activities ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) - Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall final examination period begins ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) - Sat, Dec 19, 2026: Fall final examination period ends ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) - Thu, Dec 24, 2026: University closure begins ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) - Fri, Jan 1, 2027: University closure ends ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) - Mon, Jan 11, 2027: Winter lectures begin ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) - Fri, Jan 22, 2027: Winter last day to add courses; regular registration ends ([source](https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/academic-schedule/ug-academic-schedule.php)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Canvas (https://learn.ontariotechu.ca/) - Student portal: https://my.ontariotechu.ca/ - Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8 for suicide crisis support. (https://forms.ontariotechu.ca/forms/online/view.php?id=1354410) - 24/7 campus emergency assistance: On 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. (https://studentservices.ontariotechu.ca/current-students/health-and-wellness/i-am-in-distress/index.php) - Student Mental Health Services: Short-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. (https://studentservices.ontariotechu.ca/current-students/health-and-wellness/mental-health-services/) - 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. (https://registrar.ontariotechu.ca/connect-with-us/index.php) - 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. (https://safa.ontariotechu.ca/awards-bursaries-and-scholarships/undergraduate-student-finances/index.php) - IT Service Desk: Call 905-721-3333 for IT assistance. (https://learn.ontariotechu.ca/) - 24/7 Canvas Support: Canvas assistance is available through the 24/7 Support menu inside Canvas, including live chat, webform/email and a dedicated phone number. (https://itsc.ontariotechu.ca/services/canvas.php) ## About Ontario Tech - Ontario Tech welcomed its first class of 947 students on September 4, 2003. ([source](https://ontariotechu.ca/about/history/infrastructure-growth.php)) - The Ridgebacks name was chosen from over 300 submissions and also references the Oak Ridges Moraine north of campus. ([source](https://goridgebacks.com/sports/2013/12/19/GEN_1219135406.aspx)) - The university has two campus locations: North Oshawa and Downtown Oshawa. ([source](https://ontariotechu.ca/about/university-facts.php)) - 85 percent of upper-year undergraduate students participate in experiential learning. ([source](https://ontariotechu.ca/about/history/index.php)) - The 8,400-square-metre Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre offers gym membership, fitness programs and recreational leagues. ([source](https://ontariotechu.ca/digital-viewbook/ridgeback-life/athletics.php)) - Engineering students wear blue coveralls called “Covies” and trade patches with students from other engineering schools. ([source](https://www.otengsoc.ca/traditions-and-culture)) - The Wild Goose Chase is a long-standing orientation tradition represented by Stanley the Goose. ([source](https://giving.ontariotechu.ca/ways-to-give/goose-campaign.php)) - The Brilliant Catalyst startup incubator provides entrepreneurial resources alongside the university’s degree programs. ([source](https://news.ontariotechu.ca/archives/2023/09/ontario-tech-university-celebrates-20-years.php)) ## Questions ### 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.