Employees at the Mount have access to professional and personal resources right on campus. Our University Library, Fitness Centre and Child Study Centre are just a few of the facilities our campus offers.
LibraryOur Novanet catalogue provides you with access to the library collections of nine other universities and colleges in Nova Scotia and our interlibrary loan services allow you to borrow materials from libraries around the world. The Mount's librarians offer library tours and instructional classes that are tailored to suit your needs. Visit the Library for more information.
Campus MinistryThe Campus Ministry supports the spiritual needs of the University community. It is an ecumenical Christian ministry, supported by the University, and by the Roman Catholic, Anglican and United Churches of Canada. Visit the Campus Ministry for more information about the programs they offer.
The Fitness Centre
Employees are welcome to enjoy a one-year facility membership to the Mount Fitness Centre for only $75. A facility membership includes unlimited use of the gymnasium and the weight room as well as half price fitness classes and instructional classes such as Karate, Yoga, Tae Kwon Do, Salsa and Swing-Latin dance. Fitness Centre members are also welcome to participate in intramurals, which are offered in basketball, badminton, indoor soccer and volleyball. Discover the benefits of our Fitness Centre, get in shape and have fun with your colleagues and students! Visit Athletics and Recreation for more information.
Child Study CentreThe Mount's Child Study Centre is more than a child care facility. It’s a place where your child can learn, play and grow. It’s a learning tool for students in the Mount's Child and Youth Study program. It’s also a valuable resource for faculty research that ensures the latest in cutting-edge programming.
The Child Study Centre’s professional and caring staff specialize in early childhood education. Programming is developed based on a self-discovery approach to learning. Full-time child care is available for children ages two to five. Part-time child care is available for children ages three to five. Visit the Child Study Centre for more information.
Health Services OfficeThe Mount's Health Services & The Physioclinic provide quality health services to all Mount students, staff and faculty, in a caring and confidential environment. For information about the services offered or to make an appointment, visit Health Services.
Art GalleryThe Mounts Art Gallery reflects the University's educational mission by emphasizing the representation of women as cultural subjects and producers. Its exhibitions highlight the achievements of Nova Scotian artists and themes relevant to academic programs offered by the University. The Gallery hosts class visits and Gallery staff are available to give classroom presentations. Visit the Art Gallery for more information or to find out about upcoming exhibits.
Every Fall/Winter the Art Gallery holds an Annual Mount Community show where students, staff, faculty, alumnae and their families and significant others are invited to enter up to five examples (per person) of creative work in the Show. Everything from painting, photography, sculpture, sewing and knitting, to writings, musical performances and baking will be put on display. For more information email msvuart.ca.
Other facilities
Other conveniences on campus include two food courts, Vinnie’s Pub, The CornerStore, a Royal Bank ATM and Tim Hortons. Research facilities on campus include The Atlantic Canada Communication Issues Research Lab; The Catherine Wallace Centre for Women in Science; The Maritime Data Centre for Aging Research and Policy Analysis; The Social, Emotional and Cognitive Development Observation and Interview Centre; and The Technology Learning Resource Centre.