# Dash for Vanier College students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Vanier College (Montreal, Quebec) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Vanier College. Start at https://textdash.ai/start

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Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Vanier

- Tue, Nov 3, 2026: Day studies course drop deadline ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/calendar))
- Wed, Nov 18, 2026: Pre-EUF exam day — no classes ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/calendar))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of classes — Monday schedule ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/calendar))
- Wed, Dec 16, 2026: Exit exams — no classes ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/calendar))
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026: Holiday break begins — College closed ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/calendar))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: Holiday break ends — College closed through this date ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/calendar))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Moodle (https://vanier.moodle.decclic.qc.ca/)
- Mental Health and Wellness counselling: Contact intake@vaniercollege.qc.ca to book a 30-minute intake appointment. Located within Student Services, C-203. Student Services: 514.744.7885. (https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/mental-health-services)
- Urgent mental health support: For a crisis requiring urgent support, the College directs students to Tel-Aide or the Centre de prévention du suicide Montréal. No helpline numbers or hours are provided in the supplied sources. (https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/mental-health-services)
- Safety and Security / off-hours distress support: Call 514.744.7575 or visit F-243 for immediate danger on or off campus. For non-immediate distress on campus outside Student Services hours, the College directs students to Safety and Security in F-243. (https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/responding-to-students-in-distress)
- Registrar's Office: Information about transcripts, enrolment letters, grade reviews, program changes, withdrawals and course drops. Contact requestforms@vaniercollege.qc.ca for enrolment forms or help recovering Omnivox access. (https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/request-forms)
- Financial aid and scholarships: The Financial Aid Office assists with grants, loans, bursaries, scholarships and work-study programs. Current opportunities and financial aid resources are available through the Omnivox community. (https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/scholarships-financial-aid)
- Access Centre for Students with Disabilities: Services for students with learning, physical, medical and mental health disabilities. (https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/student-guide)
- IT help desk: Call 514.744.7500 ext. 7529 or visit E-402. Submit IT support requests through Octopus; call the help desk if Octopus is inaccessible or has technical issues. (https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/it-support)
- Financial Services Office: Fee payment and invoice assistance: 514.744.7500 ext. 7913, H-306. Open Monday–Thursday 8:30–12:00 and 13:00–16:30; Friday 8:30–12:00 and 13:00–16:00. Invoices and card payments are available through Omnivox Services > Fee Payment. (https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/fees/payments)

## About Vanier

- Vanier opened on September 8, 1970, welcoming close to 1,400 students in its first cohort. ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/en/about))
- The college is named after Georges P. Vanier, a Canadian soldier, diplomat and former Governor General. ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/en/about))
- The campus's educational roots reach back to 1847, when the Sisters of Sainte-Croix opened a school for girls. ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/history))
- The A building once housed nuns' quarters; today it houses Academic Advising, the Music department and the auditorium. ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/history))
- The Sports Complex offers fitness activities, recreational sports, and clubs and intramurals engaging over 800 students. ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/sports-complex))
- The VCSA funds student clubs covering a wide variety of interests and hobbies. ([source](https://www.vcsavanier.com/))
- VCSA events include beginning- and end-of-year BBQs and free breakfasts. ([source](https://www.vcsavanier.com/))
- Student Life offers animal therapy, yoga and zen days with hot chocolate. ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/student-life))
- Adulting 101 and leadership workshops help students develop practical and leadership skills. ([source](https://www.vaniercollege.qc.ca/student-life))

## Questions

### What learning system does Vanier use?

Vanier College uses Moodle (vanier.moodle.decclic.qc.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 holiday break at Vanier?

Vanier's holiday break is Dec 25–Jan 1, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at Vanier?

Day studies course drop deadline (Tuesday, November 3, 2026).

### How do I contact the registrar at Vanier?

Registrar's Office: Information about transcripts, enrolment letters, grade reviews, program changes, withdrawals and course drops. Contact requestforms@vaniercollege.qc.ca for enrolment forms or help recovering Omnivox access.

### Where do I get financial aid help at Vanier?

Financial aid and scholarships: The Financial Aid Office assists with grants, loans, bursaries, scholarships and work-study programs. Current opportunities and financial aid resources are available through the Omnivox community.

### Is Dash affiliated with Vanier College?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Vanier College.

### How do Vanier students start using Dash?

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