# Dash for George Brown Polytechnic students

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Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at George Brown

- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Fall 2026 intersession week begins — post-secondary programs ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/important-dates))
- Mon, Nov 2, 2026: Winter 2027 registration start dates posted on STU-VIEW by 9 a.m. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/important-dates))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Fall 2026 full-term withdrawal without academic penalty deadline ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/important-dates))
- Mon, Nov 16, 2026: Winter 2027 staggered online registration begins ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/important-dates))
- Sun, Dec 20, 2026: Fall 2026 term ends ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/important-dates))
- Thu, Dec 24, 2026: Holiday closure begins at 5 p.m. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/important-dates))
- Tue, Jan 5, 2027: College reopens after holiday break ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/important-dates))
- Mon, Jan 11, 2027: Winter 2027 classes begin ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/important-dates))
- Fri, Jan 22, 2027: Winter 2027 last day to withdraw from an entire program with a partial refund ([source](https://stuview.georgebrown.ca/misc/DomesticTuitionPolicyFAQs.html))
- Fri, Mar 19, 2027: Winter 2027 full-semester withdrawal without academic penalty deadline ([source](https://stuview.georgebrown.ca/misc/DomesticTuitionPolicyFAQs.html))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace (https://learn.georgebrown.ca/)
- Student portal: https://stuview.georgebrown.ca/
- Good2Talk — 24/7 student support: Call 1-866-925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868. Available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. (https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/services/counselling/crisis-contacts)
- 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988 for 24/7 crisis support. (https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/services/counselling/crisis-contacts)
- Counselling & Student Well-being Services: Counselling appointments are available; follow the Accessing Counselling steps linked on this page. (https://www.georgebrown.ca/ask-george-brown/how-can-i-access-counselling-and-well-being-services)
- Alumo — student mental health support: Call 1-855-853-0565. Available 24/7 for students enrolled in the George Brown Health Benefits program. (https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/services/counselling/crisis-contacts)
- Office of the Registrar: Support for registration, course changes, fees and withdrawals. Virtual Service Desk hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.; may close early at capacity. Registration email: registration@georgebrown.ca. (https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/registrar/contact)
- Financial Aid: OSAP: FinAid@georgebrown.ca. Awards and scholarships: awards@georgebrown.ca. Support includes bursaries, emergency funding and Work Study. In-person assistance at St. James and Casa Loma Student Service Centres; use your GBC email when contacting the office. (https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/services/financial-aid-index)
- IT Help Desk: Call 416-415-5000 ext. 4357 or email helpdesk@georgebrown.ca. Support covers login, passwords, email, Wi-Fi, software, hardware and multi-factor authentication. In-person help is available at the Library Learning Commons. (https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/websites-apps-and-technical-support)
- Contact Centre — password and registration help: Call 416-415-2000 or 1-800-265-2002; press 1, then 0 to speak to an agent. Email ask.george@georgebrown.ca. (https://www.georgebrown.ca/international/accepted-students)

## About George Brown

- George Brown opened its doors in 1968 with just over 2,000 students. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/about/history))
- The school’s namesake founded The Globe newspaper and was one of Canada’s Fathers of Confederation. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/about/history))
- The Huskies were named after the first athletic director’s pet Husky. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/ask-george-brown/what-is-the-school-mascot-1661357413927))
- George Brown was one of seven founding schools in the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association. ([source](https://athletics.georgebrown.ca/information/about-us/alumni_tradition))
- Past programs included watchmaking, signwriting and marine engineering. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/about/history))
- The George student residence is in downtown Toronto next to the Distillery District. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/online-orientation/campus-life))
- SafeWalk provides trained student escorts to local parking lots, TTC stops and other campus buildings. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/online-orientation/campus-life))
- The Good Food Market at St. James Campus is a weekly nonprofit fruit and vegetable market offering low-cost fresh food. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/events))
- The Black Student Success Network offers mentoring, tutoring, specialized supports and community events. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/online-orientation/find-your-community))
- The weekly Communal Lunch Program helps non-culinary students learn to prepare affordable seasonal meals and share them with others. ([source](https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/events))

## Questions

### What learning system does George Brown use?

George Brown Polytechnic uses Brightspace (learn.georgebrown.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 George Brown?

George Brown's fall break is starts Oct 26, 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 George Brown?

Fall 2026 full-term withdrawal without academic penalty deadline (Friday, November 13, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### How do I contact the registrar at George Brown?

Office of the Registrar: Support for registration, course changes, fees and withdrawals. Virtual Service Desk hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.; may close early at capacity. Registration email: registration@georgebrown.ca.

### Where do I get financial aid help at George Brown?

Financial Aid: OSAP: FinAid@georgebrown.ca. Awards and scholarships: awards@georgebrown.ca. Support includes bursaries, emergency funding and Work Study. In-person assistance at St. James and Casa Loma Student Service Centres; use your GBC email when contacting the office.

### Is Dash affiliated with George Brown Polytechnic?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by George Brown Polytechnic.

### How do George Brown students start using Dash?

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