# Dash for North West Regional College students

> Dash is an AI sidekick students at North West Regional College (North Battleford, Saskatchewan) text over iMessage and SMS for deadlines, Canvas, campus answers and admin. Independent; not affiliated with North West Regional College. Start at https://textdash.com/start

Page: https://textdash.com/saskatchewan/north-battleford/north-west-regional-college
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at NWRC

- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Halloween break begins ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))
- Fri, Oct 30, 2026: Halloween break ends ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))
- Mon, Nov 2, 2026: Classes recommence after Halloween break ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))
- Thu, Dec 24, 2026: Christmas closure begins ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: Christmas closure ends ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))
- Mon, Jan 4, 2027: Classes restart after Christmas ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))
- Mon, Jan 18, 2027: Semester 1 ends ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))
- Mon, Jan 25, 2027: Inter-semester week begins ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))
- Fri, Jan 29, 2027: Inter-semester week ends ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))
- Mon, Feb 1, 2027: Semester 2 begins ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/college-experience/term-dates))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Canvas
- Student Counselling Service: Request an appointment at any Student Services office or email counselling@nwrc.ac.uk. (https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/supporting-you/health-and-wellbeing/counselling)
- Student Finance: Advice on bursaries, grants, student loans, tuition fees and other financial help. Email studentfinance@nwrc.ac.uk or call 028 7127 6000, option 4. (https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/supporting-you/student-finance)
- Admissions and Enrolments: Support with admissions, enrolments, transfers and amendments to student details. Email admissions@nwrc.ac.uk or call 028 7127 6000. Office hours: Monday–Thursday 8:30am–5:00pm; Friday 9:00am–4:00pm. (https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/admissions)
- Widening Access & Participation: Tailored support for under-represented and disadvantaged learners, including learners with a disability. Call 028 7127 6366 or email wideningaccess@nwrc.ac.uk. (https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support)
- Student Services: Confidential information, support and guidance for study concerns and personal issues, including mentoring, health and wellbeing, learning support and financial options. (https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support)
- Student Dashboard: Access point for My Course Application, Microsoft 365, Canvas, eILP and Learning Assistant e-portfolio. (https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/students)

## About NWRC

- NWRC was established on 1 August 2007 through the merger of two further and higher education colleges. ([source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_West_Regional_College))
- The college has five main campuses across Derry-Londonderry, Limavady and Strabane. ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/about/the-college/why-choose-nwrc/choice))
- Springtown Campus’s redevelopment introduced robotic welding equipment, electric vehicle training rigs and CNC technology. ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/news/nwrc-officially-opens-redeveloped-springtown-campus))
- NWRC’s Student Welfare and Students’ Union teams won the 2021 USI Welfare Campaign of the Year award for supporting students during lockdown. ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/news/nwrc-clinch-major-award-for-outstanding-teamwork-during-lockdown))
- Freshers’ Day brings students together to meet Student Services and the Students’ Union, enjoy activities and pick up freebies. ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/events/shows-and-exhibitions))
- The Foyle Theatre hosts live performances by Music and Performing Arts students. ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/events/shows-and-exhibitions))
- Students receive a 15% discount at the college’s Hair & Beauty Salons. ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/assets/files/Downloads/NWRC-Full-Time-Course-Guide-2025-26-web.pdf))
- Hair & Beauty, Art & Design and Hospitality showcases give students opportunities to share their skills. ([source](https://www.nwrc.ac.uk/student-support/events/shows-and-exhibitions))

## Questions

### What learning system does NWRC use?

North West Regional College uses Canvas. Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is christmas closure at NWRC?

NWRC's christmas closure is Dec 24–Jan 1, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### Is Dash affiliated with North West Regional College?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by North West Regional College.

### How do NWRC students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.com and tell it you're at NWRC. 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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