We understand taking care of one's physical and emotional health has a positive effect on productivity, decreases stress levels at work and play which in turn decreases potential health risks in the future. Please feel free to take advantage of the services available.
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.
Walking Trails
On campus there are many walking trails, where employees can have their lunch on a bench, enjoy a stroll through the trees, or enjoy a breath taking view of the Bedford Basin.
Employee & Family Assistance ProgramThe Medavie Blue Cross inConfidence Program offers a wide range of confidential personal counseling services for faculty, staff, and their dependents. Members can receive help on a variety of issues: Personal well-being, relationship issues, family issues, substance abuse, workplace challenges, and many more. The inConfidence web-site offers e-counseling, along with a variety of online courses and resources related to wellness. We encourage you to browse the website www.inconfidence.ca or check out their brochure (pdf) for more information.
Health Centre & LifeMark PhysiotherapyThe Mount's Health Services and LifeMark Physiotherapy 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.