# Dash for Dawson College students

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

Page: https://textdash.ai/quebec/westmount/dawson-college
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Dawson

- Wed, Oct 14, 2026: Fall 2026 midterm assessment and final exam schedule posting ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))
- Mon, Nov 2, 2026: Fall 2026 deadline to drop courses with mention on transcript ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Study day — no classes; EUF simulation day ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of classes — Day Division ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Study day — no classes ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 final examination period — first segment begins ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))
- Tue, Dec 15, 2026: Fall 2026 final examination period — first segment ends ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))
- Thu, Dec 17, 2026: Fall 2026 final examination period — second segment begins ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))
- Tue, Dec 22, 2026: Fall 2026 final examination period ends ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))
- Wed, Dec 23, 2026: Fall 2026 reserved exam day ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/academic-calendar/fall-2026-day-division/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Moodle (https://moodle.dawsoncollege.qc.ca)
- Student portal: https://dawsoncollege.omnivox.ca/Login/Account
- Dawson Student Assistance Program — 24/7 mental wellness support: Free, confidential support for all enrolled Dawson students through keep.meSAFE. Call 1-844-451-9700 in Canada or the United States; elsewhere call 001-416-380-6578. Chat and telephone support are also available through the My SSP app; appointments are available in 60+ languages. (https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/counselling/dawson-student-assistance-program-dsap)
- Mental Health Services: Email mentalhealth@dawsoncollege.qc.ca to arrange an intake appointment with a mental health professional. The email is monitored during regular business hours. Confidential psychotherapy support is available to Dawson students. (https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/mental-health-services/)
- 24/7 crisis support and emergencies: Suicide Crisis Helpline: call 9-8-8 for bilingual, Canada-wide 24/7 support. Le Transit Crisis Centre: 514-282-7753. On-campus emergencies: Dawson Security, 514-931-8731 ext. 1000, room 2E.14. Off-campus emergencies: call 9-1-1. (https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/mental-health-services/24-7-support/)
- Registrar: Admissions, registration, course changes, student records and transcripts. Room 2D.6; 514-933-1234; admissions@dawsoncollege.qc.ca; records@dawsoncollege.qc.ca. Counter hours: Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; closed noon–1 p.m. (https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/registrar/)
- Financial Aid: Help with Quebec loans and bursaries, budgeting and a food bank. Room 4E.5; 514-931-8731 ext. 1208; financialaid@dawsoncollege.qc.ca. Open Tuesday–Thursday, 9:30–11:30 a.m. and 1:30–4 p.m. Email for appointments and food bank access. (https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/financial-aid/)
- Student AccessAbility Centre: Specialized services and accommodations relating to learning challenges or medical conditions; room 2E.6. Listed service hours are 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/services/student-services)
- IT support — Moodle: For Moodle queries and comments, email itsupport@dawsoncollege.qc.ca. Moodle can be accessed directly or through MyDawson under My Online Classroom. (https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/information-systems-and-technology/articles/moodle/)
- Academic Advising: Advice on academic matters, educational planning and program transfers. Room 2D.4; consult the Academic Advising website for drop-in and online chat hours. (https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/academic-advising/)

## About Dawson

- Quebec’s first English-language CEGEP, Dawson opened its doors on September 23, 1969. ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/dawson-foundation/about-the-foundation/history-of-dawson/))
- The campus occupies a former nunnery with approximately 12 acres of green space near downtown Montreal. ([source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dawson_College))
- An underground tunnel connects Dawson to Atwater Metro. ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/wp-content/uploads/20220777-Dawson-Viewbook-2023-full-web-singles-optimized.pdf))
- Dawson pledged to be Carbon Neutral Forever in 2018. ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/about-us))
- Blue replaced longtime mascot Kool Kat at Dawson’s corn roast in September 2008. ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/campus-life/our-mascot))
- The First-Year Students’ Office offers personalized advice and support for students new to CEGEP. ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/wp-content/uploads/20220777-Dawson-Viewbook-2023-full-web-singles-optimized.pdf))
- Student clubs include the E-Sports Association, Green Earth Club and student newspaper The Plant. ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/wp-content/uploads/20220777-Dawson-Viewbook-2023-full-web-singles-optimized.pdf))
- Students have access to free counselling, career planning, financial assistance and peer tutoring services. ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/wp-content/uploads/20220777-Dawson-Viewbook-2023-full-web-singles-optimized.pdf))
- Stress-free days in May and December feature zoo therapy, pop-up Zen dens and meditation. ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/whats-on-annual-events-on-campus))
- At the annual Artists in Bloom fundraiser, arts students create artwork live before a live art auction. ([source](https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/whats-on-annual-events-on-campus))

## Questions

### What learning system does Dawson use?

Dawson College uses Moodle (moodle.dawsoncollege.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 the last day to add or drop courses at Dawson?

Fall 2026 deadline to drop courses with mention on transcript (Monday, November 2, 2026).

### When are final exams at Dawson?

Fall 2026 midterm assessment and final exam schedule posting starts Wednesday, October 14. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Registrar: Admissions, registration, course changes, student records and transcripts. Room 2D.6; 514-933-1234; admissions@dawsoncollege.qc.ca; records@dawsoncollege.qc.ca. Counter hours: Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; closed noon–1 p.m.

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

Financial Aid: Help with Quebec loans and bursaries, budgeting and a food bank. Room 4E.5; 514-931-8731 ext. 1208; financialaid@dawsoncollege.qc.ca. Open Tuesday–Thursday, 9:30–11:30 a.m. and 1:30–4 p.m. Email for appointments and food bank access.

### Is Dash affiliated with Dawson College?

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

### How do Dawson students start using Dash?

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