# Dash for University of Toronto students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at University of Toronto (Toronto, Ontario) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Canvas (Quercus), campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with University of Toronto. Start at https://textdash.com/start

Page: https://textdash.com/ontario/toronto/uoft
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at U of T

- Thu, Dec 24, 2026: University winter closure begins ([source](https://sgs.calendar.utoronto.ca/sessional-dates))
- Tue, Jan 5, 2027: University winter closure ends ([source](https://sgs.calendar.utoronto.ca/sessional-dates))
- Mon, Feb 15, 2027: Family Day — University closed ([source](https://sgs.calendar.utoronto.ca/sessional-dates))
- Fri, Mar 26, 2027: Good Friday — University closed ([source](https://sgs.calendar.utoronto.ca/sessional-dates))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas (Quercus)
- U of T Telus Health Student Support: Free, confidential counselling and support 24 hours a day in up to 146 languages. Call 1-844-451-9700; outside North America, call 001-416-380-6578. (https://studentlife.utoronto.ca/service/mental-health-supports/)
- Good2Talk: 24/7 confidential support for Ontario postsecondary students. Call 1-866-925-5454 or text 686868. (https://mentalhealth.utoronto.ca/students-resources/)
- Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988 for 24-hour support in English and French across Canada. (https://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/task/get-24-hour-emergency-help-on-or-off-campus/)
- Health & Wellness counselling: Call 416-978-8030 ext. 5 to book same-day counselling or an appointment later in the week, online or in person. Wellness Navigation Advisors are available through the same number. (https://studentlife.utoronto.ca/service/mental-health-supports/)
- Emergency help and Campus Safety: For immediate emergencies call 911, then Campus Safety: St. George and UTSC 416-978-2222; UTM 905-569-4333. Campus Safety emergency service is available 24/7. (https://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/task/get-24-hour-emergency-help-on-or-off-campus/)
- University Registrar's Office: Supports registration, student academic records, financial aid, awards and fee assessment across all three campuses. (https://www.registrar.utoronto.ca/)
- UTSC Registrar's Office: Registration and fee-deferral enquiries: askro.utsc@utoronto.ca. Campus-specific academic and financial deadlines are published by the office. (https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/registrar/fall-2026-winter-2027-financial-dates)
- Financial Aid & Awards: Information about UTAPS, scholarships, bursaries and financial resources for education costs. (https://www.registrar.utoronto.ca/financial-aid-awards/)

## About U of T

- Founded in 1827, U of T has nearly two centuries of history. ([source](https://www.utoronto.ca/about-u-of-t))
- U of T has three campuses: St. George, Mississauga and Scarborough. ([source](https://www.utoronto.ca/about-u-of-t/quick-facts))
- Professor Steve Mann invented hydraulophones—musical instruments played by covering water jets. ([source](https://magazine.utoronto.ca/campus/36-amazing-things-about-u-of-t-campus-records-feats-facts/))
- Gerstein Science Information Centre has a two-level safe built in 1910 to protect rare books and valuables. ([source](https://magazine.utoronto.ca/campus/36-amazing-things-about-u-of-t-campus-records-feats-facts/))
- The Varsity Blues football team won the first Grey Cup in 1909 and the first Vanier Cup in 1965. ([source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Toronto_Varsity_Blues))
- University College’s Fireball is a themed formal dance held around Valentine’s Day. ([source](https://magazine.utoronto.ca/campus/history/those-things-we-do-university-of-toronto-traditions-janet-rowe/))
- The Lady Godiva Memorial Band welcomes members with no musical talent required—even traffic cones and kazoos count as instruments. ([source](https://discover.engineering.utoronto.ca/student-life/traditions/))
- Engineering’s Blue & Gold Committee maintains an inventory of tools that engineering students can borrow. ([source](https://discover.engineering.utoronto.ca/student-life/traditions/))
- Skule Nite is a spring sketch-comedy show written and performed by engineering students. ([source](https://discover.engineering.utoronto.ca/student-life/traditions/))
- True Blue appears at every home football game and selected basketball, volleyball and hockey home games. ([source](https://varsityblues.ca/sports/2008/8/18/FASTP_0818084240.aspx))

## Questions

### What learning system does U of T use?

University of Toronto uses Canvas (Quercus). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is winter break at U of T?

U of T's winter break is Dec 24–Jan 5, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### How do I contact the registrar at U of T?

University Registrar's Office: Supports registration, student academic records, financial aid, awards and fee assessment across all three campuses.

### Where do I get financial aid help at U of T?

Financial Aid & Awards: Information about UTAPS, scholarships, bursaries and financial resources for education costs.

### Is Dash affiliated with University of Toronto?

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

### How do U of T students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at U of T. 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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