dash.The OCAD U term, at a glance
The dates OCAD U students ask Dash about most, from OCAD U's academic calendar. Dash turns the ones that matter to you into heads-ups.
October
November
- Fri, Oct 16Fall 2026 midterm break endsocadu.ca
- Tue, Nov 10Last day to withdraw from Fall 2026 courses with no refund, before 11:59 p.m.ocadu.ca
- Sun, Dec 20End of Fall 2026 termocadu.ca
- Mon, Dec 21Winter holiday university closure beginsocadu.ca
- Sun, Jan 3Winter holiday university closure endsocadu.ca
- Mon, Jan 11First day of Winter 2027 classesocadu.ca
- Mon, Jan 11Winter 2027 tuition and fee payment dueocadu.ca
- Sun, Jan 24Last day to withdraw from Winter 2027 courses for a 100% refund, before 11:59 p.m.ocadu.ca
Where things live at OCAD U
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.
Student Wellness Centre
Counselling and medical services. Call 416-977-6000 ext. 260 or email swc@ocadu.ca. Available Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; located at 230 Richmond St. W.
Dean of Student’s Office
Support for personal, academic, financial, health and campus concerns. Urgent-support drop-in Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., at 230 Richmond St. W., Level 8. Email dso@ocadu.ca or call 416-977-6000 ext. 3210.
Office of the Registrar
Registration, student records, transcripts and academic policies. Email reghelp@ocadu.ca. Located at 230 Richmond St. W., 5th floor; in-person Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., with remote service Fridays.
Financial Aid
Funding advice, bursaries, scholarships and student loans. Email financiala@ocadu.ca or call 416-977-6000 ext. 250. Located at 230 Richmond St. W., 5th floor. Virtual hours Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; in-person Tuesday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m., closed noon–1 p.m.
IT help
Contact ithelp@ocadu.ca. IT Support and Help Desk resources are also available through myOCADU.
- Good2Talk — 24/7 student counselling supportAvailable to students in Ontario 24/7/365. Call 1-866-925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868; online chat is also available.
- Suicide Crisis HelplineCall or text 9-8-8, available 24/7/365. For an emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest hospital.
What it's like to text Dash
Text it like a friend. It works over iMessage and SMS, and it asks before it does anything for you.
Deadlines, handled
• lab report, wed 11:59pm
• reading quiz, fri
you're ahead 😌
From your syllabus, or Canvas once you sign in on Dash's secure page.
OCAD U, answered
Straight from OCAD U's own pages, linked.
Done, after your yes
Rooms, appointments, emails to profs. Always asks first.
OCAD U, in short
OCAD University, founded 1876, in Toronto, Ontario.
- OCAD U opened in 1876 as the Ontario School of Art with just 14 registered students.ocadu.ca
- Each year, selected graduating students are invited to create versions of the university logo within its window framework.brucemaudesign.com
- The landmark Sharp Centre for Design was designed by British architect Will Alsop.brucemaudesign.com
- Most members of the Group of Seven studied, taught or served as presidents at OCAD U.ocadu.ca
- O-DAYS! welcomes new and returning students each fall with activities, workshops and socials.ocadsu.org
- Winter Feast brings students together for dinner, performances, games and prizes at the end of the fall semester.ocadsu.org
- Spring Festival celebrates the end of the school year with opportunities to socialize and express creativity.ocadsu.org
- Students have access to more than 20 specialized shops and studios for hands-on creative work.ocadu.ca
Questions OCAD U students ask
Short answers from OCAD U's own pages.
What learning system does OCAD U use?
OCAD University uses Canvas. Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.
When is the last day to withdraw from a course at OCAD U?
Last day to withdraw from Fall 2026 courses with no refund, before 11:59 p.m. (Tuesday, November 10, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.
How do I contact the registrar at OCAD U?
Office of the Registrar: Registration, student records, transcripts and academic policies. Email reghelp@ocadu.ca. Located at 230 Richmond St. W., 5th floor; in-person Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., with remote service Fridays.
Where do I get financial aid help at OCAD U?
Financial Aid: Funding advice, bursaries, scholarships and student loans. Email financiala@ocadu.ca or call 416-977-6000 ext. 250. Located at 230 Richmond St. W., 5th floor. Virtual hours Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; in-person Tuesday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m., closed noon–1 p.m.
Is Dash affiliated with OCAD University?
No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by OCAD University.
How do OCAD U students start using Dash?
Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at OCAD U. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.
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