# Dash for Dalhousie University students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Dalhousie University (Halifax, Nova Scotia) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Brightspace, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Dalhousie University. Start at https://textdash.com/start

Page: https://textdash.com/nova-scotia/halifax/dalhousie
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Dal

- Thu, Nov 5, 2026: Fall last day to drop with W ([source](https://www.dal.ca/admissions/money_matters/tuition_payments/Important_Due_Dates.html))
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Fall Break begins — excludes co-op, clinicals and internships ([source](https://www.dal.ca/study/plan-your-degree/important-dates.html))
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day — university closed ([source](https://www.dal.ca/admissions/money_matters/tuition_payments/Important_Due_Dates.html))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Fall Break ends — excludes co-op, clinicals and internships ([source](https://www.dal.ca/study/plan-your-degree/important-dates.html))
- Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Thanksgiving lieu day — Monday class schedule ([source](https://www.dal.ca/admissions/money_matters/tuition_payments/Important_Due_Dates.html))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: Fall term classes end ([source](https://academiccalendar.dal.ca/Catalog/ViewCatalog.aspx?catalogid=141&chapterid=-1&loaduseredits=False&pageid=viewcatalog&topicgroupid=42705))
- Wed, Dec 9, 2026: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation lieu day — Wednesday schedule ([source](https://www.dal.ca/study/plan-your-degree/important-dates.html))
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026: Fall break before exams ([source](https://www.dal.ca/admissions/money_matters/tuition_payments/Important_Due_Dates.html))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall examinations begin ([source](https://www.dal.ca/admissions/money_matters/tuition_payments/Important_Due_Dates.html))
- Sun, Dec 20, 2026: Fall examinations end ([source](https://www.dal.ca/admissions/money_matters/tuition_payments/Important_Due_Dates.html))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace (https://dal.brightspace.com/)
- Student portal: https://register.dal.ca/StudentRegistrationSsb_PROD/ssb/registration
- Good2Talk — 24/7 counselling: Free, confidential counselling for post-secondary students, available 24/7/365 in 120+ languages. Call 1-833-292-3698 or text GOOD2TALKNS to 686868. (https://www.dal.ca/life-at-dal/health-and-wellness/my-health/mental-health.html)
- Same-day counselling: No-charge counselling appointments at the Student Health & Wellness Centre in Halifax and at Sexton Campus on Tuesdays. Book online or call 902-494-2171. (https://www.dal.ca/life-at-dal/health-and-wellness/my-health/mental-health.html)
- Empower Me — 24/7 counselling: Free, confidential counselling by phone or online, offered through the Student Union for all Dal students. (https://dsu.ca/empower-me)
- Registrar’s Office: Room 130, Henry Hicks Administration Building, Halifax. Telephone: 902-494-2450. Email: Registrar@dal.ca. (https://www.dal.ca/study/registrars-office.html)
- Awards and Financial Aid: Contact Awards & Financial Aid for questions about awards, bursaries and scholarships. Money Matters provides tuition, payment and financial-resource information. (https://www.dal.ca/admissions/money_matters.html)
- Student Accessibility Centre: Accommodations, assistive technology and support for students with disabilities or chronic health conditions. (https://dal.ca/accessibility)
- IT Help Desk and Brightspace support: Student Brightspace support: 902-494-4357, option 1, or 1-800-869-3931; email support@dal.ca. (https://dal.brightspace.com/)
- NetID account support: Activate your account, change your password, update MFA options or reset a forgotten password. For assistance, contact itsupport@dal.ca. (https://myaccount.dal.ca/)

## About Dal

- Founded in 1818, Dalhousie originally stood where Halifax City Hall stands today. ([source](https://www.dal.ca/about/our-story/history.html))
- George Munro Day, observed on the first Friday in February, honours the donor who saved Dalhousie from closure. ([source](https://www.dal.ca/about/our-story/history.html))
- Studley Campus tunnels connect the Killam Library to the Life Sciences Centre, offering a warm, dry route between buildings. ([source](https://studentlife.dal.ca/article/2025/06/15-things-every-student-should-know-about-dal.html))
- The New Dawn Staff of Place and Belonging replaced the ceremonial mace at Convocation in spring 2019. ([source](https://www.dal.ca/about/our-story/traditions.html))
- The Loaded Ladle offers a free healthy lunch in the SUB when you bring your own container and utensils. ([source](https://studentlife.dal.ca/article/2025/06/15-things-every-student-should-know-about-dal.html))
- Students can attend home varsity games for free with their DalCard. ([source](https://studentlife.dal.ca/article/2025/06/15-things-every-student-should-know-about-dal.html))
- UPass gives full-time students on Halifax campuses access to Halifax Transit buses and ferries. ([source](https://www.dal.ca/life-at-dal.html))
- The student union runs The Grawood café and eatery on Studley Campus and the T Room on Sexton Campus. ([source](https://www.dal.ca/life-at-dal/get-involved-connect.html))
- The Writing Centre, study workshops, tutoring, and academic advising help students with their coursework. ([source](https://studentlife.dal.ca/article/2025/06/15-things-every-student-should-know-about-dal.html))

## Questions

### What learning system does Dal use?

Dalhousie University uses Brightspace (dal.brightspace.com). 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 Dal?

Fall last day to drop with W (Thursday, November 5, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at Dal?

Fall examinations begin starts Friday, December 11. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Registrar’s Office: Room 130, Henry Hicks Administration Building, Halifax. Telephone: 902-494-2450. Email: Registrar@dal.ca.

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

Awards and Financial Aid: Contact Awards & Financial Aid for questions about awards, bursaries and scholarships. Money Matters provides tuition, payment and financial-resource information.

### Is Dash affiliated with Dalhousie University?

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

### How do Dal students start using Dash?

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

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**About Dash.** Dash is an AI sidekick for college and university students that you text over iMessage or SMS. It tracks every deadline and texts you before each one, answers questions about your campus, helps you study, and, with your yes, orders food, books things, makes phone calls and handles admin. Free to start. iMessage on iPhone and SMS on any phone. No app, no login. For students at colleges and universities in Canada and the United States. Dash never writes, answers or submits graded work. It explains, quizzes and plans. Dash is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by any college or university.

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