Share a source-backed course update in Canvas
When a course needs a timely update, have AgentQL check the source and prepare a concise Canvas message with the relevant link.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Create conversation
Sends messages by starting a Canvas conversation or adding to an existing one.
Why this helps
Writing a reliable course update means checking the source, finding the right thread, and composing a clear message.
- Check details before sharing
- Include a source students can open
- Reduce time spent composing routine updates
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect AgentQL and Canvas once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation by telling Notis what kind of course update to send.
- 3In one instruction, provide the topic or source URL, intended recipients, and message purpose.
- 4Choose the webhook trigger and where run reports should go.
- 5Test with one real update and review the Canvas conversation.
Questions about this workflow
Can I provide the exact source to check?
Yes. Include a URL in your webhook request or automation instruction.
Does this create a new conversation?
The action can create a Canvas conversation and send a message to the specified recipients.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Agentql to Canvas. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Agentql triggers
Canvas actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Create account notification
Creates a notification for the Canvas account.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Abort Quiz Report Generation
Cancels quiz report generation or removes a previously generated report.
Create appointment group
Creates an appointment group with schedulable time slots.
Add conversation message
Adds a follow-up message to an existing conversation.
Create an assignment
Creates an assignment in a Canvas course.
Add course to favorites
Adds a course to the current user’s favorites; no change occurs if it is already saved.
Create assignment override
Creates an assignment override to adjust dates for selected students, a group, or a course section.
Add group to favorites
Adds a group to the current user’s favorites; no change occurs if it is already saved.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Agentql and Canvas, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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