# Dash for Saskatchewan Polytechnic students

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

Page: https://textdash.com/saskatchewan/saskatoon/saskatchewan-polytechnic
Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at SIAST

- Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Remembrance Day ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))
- Thu, Nov 12, 2026: Fall mid-term break starts; confirm applicability with your program ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026: Fall mid-term break ends; confirm applicability with your program ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))
- Thu, Dec 17, 2026: Fall last day of classes and exams ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))
- Fri, Dec 18, 2026: Winter break starts ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))
- Tue, Dec 22, 2026: Fall marks posted by end of day ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027: Winter break ends ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))
- Mon, Jan 4, 2027: Winter semester starts (16-week semesters) ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))
- Mon, Feb 15, 2027: Family Day ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))
- Tue, Feb 16, 2027: Winter mid-term break starts; confirm applicability with your program ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/academic-year-and-breaks.aspx))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace (https://online.saskpolytech.ca/d2l/login?noredirect=1)
- Student portal: https://mysaskpolytech.ca/
- 24/7 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988 for urgent mental health support, available 24/7/365. Dial 911 if you are in immediate danger. (https://saskpolytech.ca/student-services/support/counselling-services/resources.aspx)
- Student Well-Being and Counselling Services: Virtual and in-person appointments. Email counselling@saskpolytech.ca or call 306-659-4050. (https://saskpolytech.ca/student-services/support/counselling-services/index.aspx)
- Togetherall: Free, anonymous online peer support available 24/7/365 and moderated by mental health professionals. (https://saskpolytech.ca/student-services/support/counselling-services/resources.aspx)
- Local mobile crisis services: Moose Jaw: 306-694-7605; Prince Albert: 306-764-1011; Regina: 306-757-0127; Saskatoon: 306-933-6200. (https://saskpolytech.ca/student-services/support/counselling-services/resources.aspx)
- Enrolment Services: Support for registration, student records, transcripts, tuition assessments and payments. Call 1-866-467-4278. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m.; Wednesday 9 a.m.–4:15 p.m. (https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/contact-us.aspx)
- Student loans and financial administration: Enrolment Services supports student loans, tuition and fee assessments, and fee payments. Call 1-866-467-4278. (https://saskpolytech.ca/admissions/resources/contact-us.aspx)
- Accessibility Services: Accessibility Services is offered through Counselling, Health & Accessibility Services within Student Services. (https://saskpolytech.ca/about/organization/student-services.aspx)
- Technical support: Tech Services assists with login issues, password resets, mySaskPolytech, online applications, Brightspace and Kaltura. The contact page directs students to Tech Services. (https://saskpolytech.ca/about/about-us/contact.aspx)

## About SIAST

- Saskatchewan Polytechnic is Saskatchewan’s only polytechnic. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/about/about-us/quick-facts.aspx))
- Its four campuses are in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/about/about-us/quick-facts.aspx))
- Formerly known as SIAST, the institution became Saskatchewan Polytechnic on September 24, 2014. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/news/posts/2015/proud-history-prosperous-future.aspx))
- Its first degree program, introduced in 2013, was a Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/news/posts/2015/proud-history-prosperous-future.aspx))
- In 2024–25, 2,534 students participated in applied research projects. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/about/about-us/quick-facts.aspx))
- The Saskatchewan Polytechnic Students’ Association provides peer support, services, activities and clubs in each campus city. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/student-services/student-life/students-association.aspx))
- Students can start societies and get SPSA help hosting events, fundraising and raising awareness on campus. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/student-services/student-life/students-association.aspx))
- Monthly Student Open Forum Assembly meetings let students share feedback; the SOFA Level Up program rewards participation. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/student-services/student-life/students-association.aspx))
- The Campus Store and Print Services offer in-store, online and remote services across all four campus cities. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/about/organization/communications-and-marketing/index.aspx))
- The 2024 Season of Sharing brought holiday meals, games and decorating activities to Indigenous Students’ Centres in all four cities. ([source](https://saskpolytech.ca/news/posts/2024/season-of-sharing-indigenous-student-success.aspx))

## Questions

### What learning system does SIAST use?

Saskatchewan Polytechnic uses Brightspace (online.saskpolytech.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 fall break at SIAST?

SIAST's fall break is Nov 12–13, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

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

Student loans and financial administration: Enrolment Services supports student loans, tuition and fee assessments, and fee payments. Call 1-866-467-4278.

### Is Dash affiliated with Saskatchewan Polytechnic?

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

### How do SIAST students start using Dash?

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