At Mount Saint Vincent University our Facilities Management team is committed to fostering a campus that is safe, well-maintained and welcoming for everyone. With services including Custodial, Maintenance, Safety and Security, we take pride in caring for our campus and ensuring our buildings and spaces are well maintained, secure and inviting.

In addition, we provide essential services to support the MSVU community, including The Mount Bookstore, offering academic materials and campus gear, Conference Services for event planning and coordination and The Print Shop, which provides high-quality printing and document services. Our team works diligently to nurture a campus environment that supports and strengthens our community.

 

Contacts

BROW, Vanessa
902-457-6166
Manager, Environmental Services & Sustainability, Facilities Management – Environmental Services

Rosaria 406F
vanessa.brow@msvu.ca

DARR, Kimberley
902-457-6502
Administrative Assistant, Facilities Management – Administrative Office

Rosaria 406
kimberley.darr@msvu.ca

DELOREY, Cheryl
902-457-6161/902-225-0772
Capital Projects Assistant, Facilities Management – Administrative Office

Rosaria 406
cheryl.delorey@msvu.ca

HUGHES, Jackie
902-457-6557
Manager, Facilities Operations, Facilities Management – Maintenance

Seton Annex 218
jackie.hughes1@msvu.ca

HURLBERT, Jill
902-457-6364
Manager, Business Services

Rosaria 406E
jill.hurlbert@msvu.ca

MCGILLIVRAY, Dustin
902-457-6286
Safety Officer, Facilities Management – Safety

Assisi 100B
dustin.mcgillivary1@msvu.ca

STRAPPS, Tom
902-457-6482
Director, Facilities Management – Administrative Office

Rosaria 406D
tom.strapps@msvu.ca

WALKER, Ryan
902-457-6483
Interim Manager, Facilities Management – Security

Assisi 100A
ryan.walker1@msvu.ca

Conference Services

Services and Facilities for Meeting Planners & Conference Organizers

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CONFERENCE SEASON

From May 1 to August every year, the Mount opens its doors to groups and individuals for overnight accommodations. Our traditional dormitories, Birch townhouses and Westwood residence is an economical alternative when staying in Halifax. All room rates include parking, taxes, linens, and a day-pass to our athletic facility.

LOCATION

Centrally located on the Bedford Highway in Halifax, the Mount is only minutes from downtown Halifax and all its attractions. For those of you without a vehicle, the Mount is also located on major bus routes into the city.

SUPPORT SERVICES

In addition to the normal conference related services offered at the Mount, we are also pleased to provide you with the following support services:

  • Audio-Visual services and equipment (price quotes available on request)
  • Elevator service available to all meeting spaces
  • Royal Bank ATM on site (located in Rosaria Building)
  • MSVU Bookstore, Corner Store and Vending Services (bookstore and corner store operate on specific hours, please call for further information)
  • University Library and Chapel on campus
  • Nationally recognized Art Gallery
  • Athletics Facility (access included in all guestroom rates for those 18 years of age and older)

Environmental Policies

Environmental Policy Statement

Mount Saint Vincent University (the Mount) takes great pride in the natural beauty of its campus. The woodlands surrounding the campus have been a place of reflection and inspiration, and offer insight into the complexity and balance of nature. The Mount’s unique ecosystem provides refuge for a variety of diverse plants and wildlife, ranging from the Dawn Redwood (l. Metasequoia) located in our arboretum, to the white-tailed deer that roam our grounds.

For those interested in nature, conservation and environmental study, the Mount offers a canvas of natural classrooms in which students and the extended community can learn and explore environmental principles and processes of concern.

The Mount strives to be a leader in integrating social concerns in its operations and curriculum. The following guidelines intend to further the sound ecological management of the Mount’s ongoing operations.

Purpose

This policy will play an integral role as the Mount continues to develop an environmentally sustainable and economically viable campus that reflects the University’s core values of engagement and accountability. This statement represents a commitment by the Mount to meet the needs of students, faculty and staff while preserving the environment for future generations. The Mount is committed to preparing its students to become engaged environmental citizens on campus, in their own communities and throughout their lives. The University will educate the community about best practices to continuously improve the environmental footprint of the campus and its operations.

Scope

This policy applies to all members of the Mount Saint Vincent University community, including students, faculty, staff and visitors.

Guidelines

  • The University will consider the environmental impact of its development, communications, procurement, curriculum, research and campus activities.
  • The University will encourage the conservation of native ecosystems on campus, where possible, and will use these natural classrooms to teach stewardship and environmental responsibility.
  • The University will strive to practice ecological responsibility focused on the preservation of its natural woodlands and gardens.
  • The University will broaden its commitment to environmental education by introducing, where practical, relevant environmental content to curriculum material.
  • The University will seek to minimize its impact on landfills through the promotion of best practices to reduce, reuse and recycle.
  • The University will strive to minimize damage to non-target biological organisms through the elimination of pesticides in lawn and garden applications, with limited exception.
  • The University will promote the use of environmentally conscious transportation to all members of the Mount community, including public transit and car-pooling.
  • The University will partner with other educational institutions and government agencies to improve best practices in its operations.
  • The University will provide waste diversion and recycling stations and item-specific collection options in high-traffic areas across campus.
  • The University will purchase ENERGY STAR rated appliances and computers, paper products from responsible foresters (SFI), and general purpose cleaning products certified as Ecologo.
  • The University will maintain a user-friendly sustainability website with tips, links and suggestions for meeting policy guidelines.

Freda Wales Trail

Join us on the Freda Wales Trail Tribute, named in honor of Freda Wales, a remarkable physical education specialist. Celebrating her dedication to physical fitness, this trail invites you to explore the great outdoors while honoring her legacy.

Community Garden

We have a sustainably managed community garden on the Mount campus open to the students, faculty and staff of Mount Saint Vincent University, as well as all interested individuals and organizations of the surrounding community. Our garden includes plots for individuals and organizations, and communal educational plots. If you are interested in sustainability, researching gardens, growing your own food, meeting members of your community, or if you just want to get your hands in the dirt, we want you to get involved!

Environmental Policies

Environmental Policy Statement

Mount Saint Vincent University (the Mount) takes great pride in the natural beauty of its campus. The woodlands surrounding the campus have been a place of reflection and inspiration, and offer insight into the complexity and balance of nature. The Mount’s unique ecosystem provides refuge for a variety of diverse plants and wildlife, ranging from the Dawn Redwood (l. Metasequoia) located in our arboretum, to the white-tailed deer that roam our grounds.

For those interested in nature, conservation and environmental study, the Mount offers a canvas of natural classrooms in which students and the extended community can learn and explore environmental principles and processes of concern.

The Mount strives to be a leader in integrating social concerns in its operations and curriculum. The following guidelines intend to further the sound ecological management of the Mount’s ongoing operations.

Purpose

This policy will play an integral role as the Mount continues to develop an environmentally sustainable and economically viable campus that reflects the University’s core values of engagement and accountability. This statement represents a commitment by the Mount to meet the needs of students, faculty and staff while preserving the environment for future generations. The Mount is committed to preparing its students to become engaged environmental citizens on campus, in their own communities and throughout their lives. The University will educate the community about best practices to continuously improve the environmental footprint of the campus and its operations.

Scope

This policy applies to all members of the Mount Saint Vincent University community, including students, faculty, staff and visitors.

Guidelines

  • The University will consider the environmental impact of its development, communications, procurement, curriculum, research and campus activities.
  • The University will encourage the conservation of native ecosystems on campus, where possible, and will use these natural classrooms to teach stewardship and environmental responsibility.
  • The University will strive to practice ecological responsibility focused on the preservation of its natural woodlands and gardens.
  • The University will broaden its commitment to environmental education by introducing, where practical, relevant environmental content to curriculum material.
  • The University will seek to minimize its impact on landfills through the promotion of best practices to reduce, reuse and recycle.
  • The University will strive to minimize damage to non-target biological organisms through the elimination of pesticides in lawn and garden applications, with limited exception.
  • The University will promote the use of environmentally conscious transportation to all members of the Mount community, including public transit and car-pooling.
  • The University will partner with other educational institutions and government agencies to improve best practices in its operations.
  • The University will provide waste diversion and recycling stations and item-specific collection options in high-traffic areas across campus.
  • The University will purchase ENERGY STAR rated appliances and computers, paper products from responsible foresters (SFI), and general purpose cleaning products certified as Ecologo.
  • The University will maintain a user-friendly sustainability website with tips, links and suggestions for meeting policy guidelines.

Safety & Security

Mount Saint Vincent University is committed to protecting the rights of everyone on campus while ensuring a professional, respectful and safe campus environment. We value respect for others and believe that safety and security are the responsibility of everyone on campus.

The Mount’s safety and security program includes a dedicated security team providing 24/7 service, as well as a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan in the event of a serious incident such as fire, severe weather or threats to personal safety.

Sustainability at the Mount

Committed to reducing our environmental footprint

The Mount has made a commitment to reducing its environmental footprint by improving upon and creating new environmental initiatives and sustainable policies as part of a Facilities Improvement Project.

Our vision is to develop an environmentally sustainable campus that is economically viable and reflects the core values of engagement and accountability as outlined in our strategic plan. We aim to meet the current needs of students, faculty and staff while preserving the environment for future generations. Read our environmental policy statement

The Mount aims to prepare students to become engaged, environmental citizens – not just on campus but also in their own communities long after they leave our beautiful campus.

Our goals:

  • Encourage, support and promote internal initiatives to create an institutional culture of sustainability.
  • Strive to meet or exceed the greenhouse gas emissions reductions targets of 53% below 2005 levels as set out in the provincial Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction
  • In cooperation with other Post-Secondary institutions and government agencies, ensure ecological, economic and social considerations form the foundation of our planning and operations.
  • Educate the Mount community to become more environmentally responsible.
  • Set an example of environmental stewardship in our community.
  • Develop an action plan and monitoring systems that track progress and promote successes.

Our Initiatives:

The Mount Bookstore

Check out the Mount Bookstore. You can order online for textbooks and MSVU apparel or visit our store in person. For all other merchandise, please visit our store in person or you can phone orders in at 902-457-6157 and shipping options are available.

The Print Shop

The Mount Print Shop is a dedicated resource supporting the Mount Community with high-quality, confidential and expedited print services. We maintain industry leading standards in all products and services.