# Dash for College of the Rockies students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at College of the Rockies (Cranbrook, British Columbia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Moodle, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with College of the Rockies. Start at https://textdash.com/start

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Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at COTR

- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — College closed ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/important-dates-2026/))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Fall 2026 final withdrawal deadline for semestered courses ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/important-dates-2026/))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Winter 2027 tuition fees due for semestered courses ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/tuition-and-fees/))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 last day of classes for semestered courses ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/important-dates-2026/))
- Sat, Dec 12, 2026: Fall 2026 examination period begins ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/important-dates-2026/))
- Sun, Dec 20, 2026: Fall 2026 examination period ends ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/important-dates-2026/))
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026: December break begins — College closed December 25–January 1 ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/important-dates-2026/))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: New Year's Day — College closed ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/important-dates-2027/))
- Wed, Jan 6, 2027: Winter 2027 classes begin for semestered courses and UACE Directed Studies ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/important-dates-2027/))
- Wed, Jan 20, 2027: Winter 2027 late registration and course-change deadline; last day to withdraw without a permanent-record entry ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/important-dates-2027/))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Moodle (https://www.cotronline.ca/)
- 24/7 crisis line: Canadian Mental Health Association crisis line: 1-888-353-2273. Emotional support for people experiencing any type of crisis or emotional distress. (https://cotr.bc.ca/student-services/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/community-resources/)
- Counselling: Free counselling for all College students. Book online, visit Student Services, or call 250-489-8243. (https://cotr.bc.ca/student-services/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/counselling/)
- Empower Me: 24/7 solution-focused counselling support for students on the health plan, including phone support and support in a preferred language. (https://cotr.bc.ca/student-services/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/community-resources/)
- GuardMe Student Support: 24/7 linguistically and culturally matched counselling support for international students. Phone: 1-844-451-9700. (https://cotr.bc.ca/student-services/student-support/health-and-wellbeing/community-resources/)
- Office of the Registrar / Admission and Registration Services: Admissions, registration, student records, transcripts, withdrawals and graduation support. Phone: 250-489-8237 or 1-877-489-2687 ext. 3237. Email: reghelp@cotr.bc.ca. (https://cotr.bc.ca/enrolment-services/)
- Financial Aid and Awards: Scholarship, bursary, loan and government assistance information; appointments available with the Financial Assistance and Awards Advisor. Student Services: 250-489-8243; studentservices@cotr.bc.ca. (https://cotr.bc.ca/student-services/student-support/financial-aid/)
- Accessibility Services: Available through Student Support. Contact Student Services at 250-489-8243 or studentservices@cotr.bc.ca; in-person and online appointments are available. (https://cotr.bc.ca/student-services/student-support/)
- COTROnline Help Desk: Email: cotronline@cotr.bc.ca. Phone: 250-420-6846, option 2. Monday–Thursday 8:00 am–6:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm. Closed weekends and holidays. (https://www.cotronline.ca/)

## About COTR

- Established in 1975 as East Kootenay Community College, the school became College of the Rockies in 1995. ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/about-us/college-history/))
- A hard rock miner, James Patterson, helped initiate the college’s creation to meet local apprenticeship-training needs. ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/about-us/college-history/))
- The college’s Latin motto, “Ad culmina,” means “To the summits.” ([source](https://gg.ca/en/heraldry/public-register/project/116))
- The college has six campuses: two in Cranbrook and one each in Creston, Fernie, Golden, and Invermere. ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/media-centre/fast-facts/))
- The logo combines abstract mountains and an infinity sign to represent its location and lifelong learning. ([source](https://strutcreative.com/showcase/college-of-the-rockies/))
- The gym and weight room, drop-in activities, and intramurals are part of Student Life and Athletics. ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/student-life/))
- PEAKS Campus Store is an on-campus student amenity. ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/student-life/))
- The Cranbrook main campus has a disc golf course and a track. ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/blog/what-to-expect-in-your-first-week-at-college-of-the-rockies/))
- Jumpstart helps students prepare for college and can be completed online. ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/blog/what-to-expect-in-your-first-week-at-college-of-the-rockies/))
- The co-curricular record recognizes paid work, volunteering, leadership, and other learning outside the classroom. ([source](https://cotr.bc.ca/news/cotrs-co-curricular-activities-enhance-student-learning/))

## Questions

### What learning system does COTR use?

College of the Rockies uses Moodle (cotronline.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 december break at COTR?

COTR's december break is starts Dec 25, 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 COTR?

Fall 2026 final withdrawal deadline for semestered courses (Friday, November 13, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

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

Winter 2027 late registration and course-change deadline; last day to withdraw without a permanent-record entry (Wednesday, January 20, 2027).

### When are final exams at COTR?

Fall 2026 examination period begins starts Saturday, December 12. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Office of the Registrar / Admission and Registration Services: Admissions, registration, student records, transcripts, withdrawals and graduation support. Phone: 250-489-8237 or 1-877-489-2687 ext. 3237. Email: reghelp@cotr.bc.ca.

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

Financial Aid and Awards: Scholarship, bursary, loan and government assistance information; appointments available with the Financial Assistance and Awards Advisor. Student Services: 250-489-8243; studentservices@cotr.bc.ca.

### Is Dash affiliated with College of the Rockies?

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

### How do COTR students start using Dash?

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

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