# Dash for Université Laval students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at Université Laval (Quebec City, Quebec) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Brio, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with Université Laval. Start at https://textdash.com/start

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Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at UL

- Thu, Oct 15, 2026: Fall tuition and other fees — full balance payment deadline ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))
- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Fall reading week begins ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))
- Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Fall reading week ends ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026: Fall regular-schedule course withdrawal deadline without failure notation and without refund ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))
- Mon, Nov 16, 2026: Winter 2027 registration opens ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))
- Tue, Dec 8, 2026: Université Laval Day ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Fall 2026 term ends, excluding the reserved examination week ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall reserved examination period begins — exams unable to use scheduled class times and rooms ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))
- Sun, Dec 20, 2026: Fall reserved examination period ends ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))
- Thu, Dec 24, 2026: Holiday break begins ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/system/files/public/notre-universite/documents-officiels/calendrier-universitaire-2026-2027.pdf))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brio (https://monportail.ulaval.ca/)
- Student portal: https://monportail.ulaval.ca/
- 24/7 mental health and crisis support: Info-Social: 811. Québec crisis centre: 418-688-4240. Suicide prevention centres: 1-866-APPELLE (1-866-277-3553). These resources are listed as available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For immediate danger, call 911. (https://www.ulaval.ca/espace-etudiant/sante-mentale)
- Centre d’aide à la communauté étudiante — counselling: Free, confidential psychosocial and psychological support. Book an initial psychosocial appointment in monPortail. For prompt help: cace@aide.ulaval.ca or 418-656-7987, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–noon and 1–4:30 p.m. (https://www.ulaval.ca/espace-etudiant/sante-mentale)
- Accessibility support — Student Assistance Centre: The Centre supports students with disabilities in obtaining fair and equal access to resources needed for academic success. (https://www.ulaval.ca/en/node/182)
- Centre multifacultaire d’examens — examination accommodations: Information about activating examination accommodations and checking cancelled courses in the DESA record. Contact info.cme@ulaval.ca or 418-656-2131, extension 417375. Pavillon Charles-De Koninck, room DKN-2260. (https://www.cme.cstip.ulaval.ca/actualites/dates-importantes-et-calendrier-universitaire)
- Bureau du registraire: Support for admissions, course registration and academic records through graduation. Contact reg@reg.ulaval.ca or 418-656-3080. Pavillon Jean-Charles-Bonenfant, 2345 allée des Bibliothèques, room 2440. (https://www.reg.ulaval.ca/)
- Tuition and fee enquiries: Contact droitsscolarite@reg.ulaval.ca, 418-656-3006 or 1-877-785-2825. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.–noon; Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.–noon. (https://www.ulaval.ca/en/academics/tuition)
- Student awards and financial aid: Scholarships, government loans and bursaries, and personalized confidential support for financial difficulties. Eligible students may receive temporary financial support following a support meeting. (https://www.ulaval.ca/en/student-zone/student-awards-and-financial-aid)
- Digital learning environment: Guidance on monPortail and course websites. All course websites are created with Brio beginning in Fall 2026; websites using the previous platform become inaccessible November 1, 2026. (http://www.ulaval.ca/espace-etudiant/environnement-numerique-detudes)

## About UL

- Founded in 1852, Université Laval was the first French-language university in North America. ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/en/about-us/origin-and-history))
- Its Montréal campus, opened in 1878, became the independent Université de Montréal in 1920. ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/en/about-us/origin-and-history))
- The campus has more than 5 km of underground tunnels and 8 km of bike paths. ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/en/about-us/universite-laval-at-a-glance))
- Université Laval is Canada's first voluntary carbon-neutral university. ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/en/about-us/universite-laval-at-a-glance))
- Le Pub universitaire and the Saveurs Campus food court are among the campus dining options. ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/en/ulaval-experience/why-choose-ul/campus))
- PEPS offers sports activities and intramural leagues in a modern sports complex. ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/en/ulaval-experience/why-choose-ul/campus))
- The library offers renovated study spaces, millions of documents, and thousands of online resources. ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/en/ulaval-experience/why-choose-ul/campus))
- More than 230 student and extracurricular associations offer ways to pursue interests and contribute to campus life. ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/en/ulaval-experience/why-choose-ul/student-life))
- The student buddy program offers an intercultural experience for new and current students. ([source](https://www.ulaval.ca/en/student-zone/international-student-community/settling-in-to-student-life))

## Questions

### What learning system does UL use?

Université Laval uses Brio (monportail.ulaval.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 holiday break at UL?

UL's holiday break is starts Dec 24, 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 UL?

Fall regular-schedule course withdrawal deadline without failure notation and without refund (Monday, November 9, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When are final exams at UL?

Fall reserved examination period begins — exams unable to use scheduled class times and rooms starts Monday, December 14. Dash builds study plans around your own exam dates once it has them.

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

Centre d’aide à la communauté étudiante — counselling: Free, confidential psychosocial and psychological support. Book an initial psychosocial appointment in monPortail. For prompt help: cace@aide.ulaval.ca or 418-656-7987, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–noon and 1–4:30 p.m.

### Is Dash affiliated with Université Laval?

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

### How do UL students start using Dash?

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

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