# Dash for Humber Polytechnic students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at Humber Polytechnic (Toronto, Ontario) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Blackboard, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Humber Polytechnic. Start at https://textdash.ai/start Page: https://textdash.ai/ontario/toronto/humber-polytechnic Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at Humber - Wed, Oct 21, 2026: Winter 2027 tuition deposit due ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) - Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Fall reading week begins — no classes, college open ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) - Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Fall reading week ends ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) - Mon, Nov 16, 2026: Winter 2027 balance of tuition fees due ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) - Fri, Nov 20, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to withdraw from a course without academic penalty ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) - Mon, Nov 23, 2026: Winter 2027 registration week begins ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) - Fri, Nov 27, 2026: Winter 2027 registration week ends ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) - Sun, Dec 20, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of classes ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) - Thu, Dec 24, 2026: Holiday closure begins ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) - Fri, Jan 1, 2027: Holiday closure ends; New Year's holiday — college closed ([source](https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/academic-calendar)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Blackboard (https://learn.humber.ca) - Student portal: https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/myhumber - Good2Talk — 24/7 mental health support: Free, confidential support for post-secondary students in Ontario, available 24/7/365. Call 1-866-925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868. (https://www.guelphhumber.ca/current-students/student-life/wellness) - Mental Health Services: Free mental health support for enrolled students. Students must be physically located in Ontario for appointments. This is not an emergency/crisis service; for immediate concerns, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department. To book counselling, email counselling@humber.ca. (http://humber.ca/student-life/swac/health-services/mental-health-services) - Accessible Learning Services: Coordinates academic accommodations and services for students with disabilities. Email accessible-learning@humber.ca for registration and documentation information. (https://www.guelphhumber.ca/current-students/student-life/wellness) - Office of the Registrar: Support for registration, academic records, fees, financial aid and transcripts. Call 416-675-3111. Hours: Monday and Tuesday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Wednesday 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Thursday and Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Locations include the North Campus Learning Resource Commons and Lakeshore Campus Student Welcome and Resource Centre. (https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/attend/office-of-the-registrar) - Fees & Financial Resources: Information about OSAP, scholarships, bursaries, tuition fees, payment options and payment plans. (https://humber.ca/study-at-humber/pay-fees) - Humber ITS: Contact Humber ITS for technical support with Humber account sign-in. (https://login.humber.ca/) ## About Humber - Humber’s first few hundred students began skilled-trades classes in 1967. ([source](https://humber.ca/about/builders-of-brilliance/humber-at-a-glance/humber-history)) - The Hawks name was inspired by a hawk soaring over the valley field overlooked by campus. ([source](https://humberhawks.ca/information/howie)) - A Humber student has worn the mascot suit to entertain fans since 1981. ([source](https://humberhawks.ca/information/howie)) - Humber Polytechnic became the institution’s new name in August 2024. ([source](https://humber.ca/brand/humber-brand)) - Humber varsity teams have won more CCAA national titles than any other Canadian college. ([source](https://humberhawks.ca/information/about_Humber)) - IGNITE’s Sleep Lounge gives students a place to catch a nap. ([source](https://ignitestudentunion.ca/blog/celebrating-25-years-of-ignite/)) - Students can grab a bite from IGNITE’s Soupbar. ([source](https://ignitestudentunion.ca/blog/celebrating-25-years-of-ignite/)) - Humber’s athletic and fitness facilities let students play sports and work out for free. ([source](https://humber.ca/student-life)) - Through IGNITE, students can join clubs, attend events and take on leadership roles. ([source](https://humber.ca/student-life)) - The LGBTQ+ Resource Centre offers community, support and engagement opportunities. ([source](https://humber.ca/student-life)) ## Questions ### What learning system does Humber use? Humber Polytechnic uses Blackboard (learn.humber.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 reading week at Humber? Humber's reading week is Oct 26–30, 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 Humber? Fall 2026 last day to withdraw from a course without academic penalty (Friday, November 20, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### How do I contact the registrar at Humber? Office of the Registrar: Support for registration, academic records, fees, financial aid and transcripts. Call 416-675-3111. Hours: Monday and Tuesday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Wednesday 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Thursday and Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Locations include the North Campus Learning Resource Commons and Lakeshore Campus Student Welcome and Resource Centre. ### Where do I get financial aid help at Humber? Fees & Financial Resources: Information about OSAP, scholarships, bursaries, tuition fees, payment options and payment plans. ### Is Dash affiliated with Humber Polytechnic? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Humber Polytechnic. ### How do Humber students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at Humber. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.