# Dash for Toronto Metropolitan University students > Dash is an AI sidekick students at Toronto Metropolitan University (Toronto, Ontario) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Brightspace, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Toronto Metropolitan University. Start at https://textdash.com/start Page: https://textdash.com/ontario/toronto/tmu Checked: 2026-10-14 ## Key dates at TMU - Fri, Nov 20, 2026: Fall 2026: Last day to drop courses or withdraw in good academic standing, without refund ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/current-students/course-enrolment/drops-withdrawals/drop-course/)) - Fri, Jan 29, 2027: Winter 2027: Last day to drop courses or withdraw with a full refund ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/current-students/course-enrolment/drops-withdrawals/drop-course/)) - Fri, Feb 12, 2027: Winter 2027: Last day to drop courses or withdraw with a 50% refund ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/current-students/course-enrolment/drops-withdrawals/drop-course/)) - Fri, Apr 2, 2027: Winter 2027: Last day to drop courses or withdraw in good academic standing, without refund ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/current-students/course-enrolment/drops-withdrawals/drop-course/)) ## Tools and offices - Learning system: Brightspace - Student portal: https://my.torontomu.ca - Good2Talk — 24-hour student helpline: Free, confidential helpline for post-secondary students in Ontario: 1-866-925-5454. TMU also lists it for support after 5 p.m. (https://www.torontomu.ca/mental-health-wellbeing/in-crisis/) - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988, available 24/7. (https://www.torontomu.ca/mental-health-wellbeing/in-crisis/) - Centre for Student Development and Counselling: Book an appointment by calling 416-979-5195 or visiting JOR 07C. If unable to call or visit, email csdc@torontomu.ca. (https://www.torontomu.ca/student-wellbeing/counselling/) - ServiceHub — Office of the Registrar student support: Support for fees and financial assistance, MyServiceHub, exams and class schedules, official letters and transcripts, and graduation applications. Phone: 416-979-5036. Location: POD 150. (https://www.torontomu.ca/servicehub/) - Student Financial Assistance: Information about applying for and maintaining OSAP, financial aid deadlines, provincial and territorial aid, U.S. and international aid, and loan repayment. (https://www.torontomu.ca/student-financial-assistance/) - MyServiceHub student tutorials: Guides for enrolment, academics, financial aid, personal information, student fees and account holds. (https://www.torontomu.ca/myservicehub-support/students/) - Brightspace student essentials: Student resources for Brightspace, including notifications, user settings and tutorials. (https://www.torontomu.ca/courses/students/mybrightspace/) - Toronto Campus Security: Contact 416-979-5040 or security@torontomu.ca. For an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room. (https://www.torontomu.ca/mental-health-wellbeing/in-crisis/) ## About TMU - Founded in 1948 as the Ryerson Institute of Technology, TMU occupies the site of Ontario’s first teacher-training college. ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/about/history/)) - In 1949, electronics students broadcast Canada’s first live television show for a general audience. ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/about/history/)) - TMU’s Latin motto, “Mente et Artificio,” means “With Mind and Skill.” ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/calendar/2026-2027/about/shield-and-motto/)) - Some classes take place in the Cineplex movie theatre at Yonge-Dundas Square, with lecture slides shown on the cinema screen. ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/admissions/undergraduate/student-blog/news-and-events/2022/10/15-facts-you-should-know-about-tmu/)) - TMU became the first university in Toronto to host a Pow Wow in 1998; the gathering is now an annual event. ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/university-events-ceremonies/our-events/)) - The award-winning Student Learning Centre provides space to study, collaborate and share ideas. ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/campus-life/)) - Oakham Cafe and The Met Campus Pub are listed among TMU’s campus dining options. ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/campus-life/)) - The TMU Bold play at the Mattamy Athletic Centre, located at the historic Maple Leaf Gardens site. ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/campus-life/)) - Orientation Week runs before classes begin, helping incoming students meet peers and get to know their program and campus. ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/student-life-and-learning/first-year/orientation/about/)) - The TMU Frost Holiday Festival brings students, faculty and staff together for food, entertainment, ice skating and winter fun. ([source](https://www.torontomu.ca/university-events-ceremonies/our-events/)) ## Questions ### What learning system does TMU use? Toronto Metropolitan University uses Brightspace. 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 TMU? Fall 2026: Last day to drop courses or withdraw in good academic standing, without refund (Friday, November 20, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar. ### When is the last day to add or drop courses at TMU? Winter 2027: Last day to drop courses or withdraw with a full refund (Friday, January 29, 2027). ### How do I contact the registrar at TMU? ServiceHub — Office of the Registrar student support: Support for fees and financial assistance, MyServiceHub, exams and class schedules, official letters and transcripts, and graduation applications. Phone: 416-979-5036. Location: POD 150. ### Where do I get financial aid help at TMU? Student Financial Assistance: Information about applying for and maintaining OSAP, financial aid deadlines, provincial and territorial aid, U.S. and international aid, and loan repayment. ### Is Dash affiliated with Toronto Metropolitan University? No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toronto Metropolitan University. ### How do TMU students start using Dash? Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at TMU. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download. --- **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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