Welcome to the Board of Governors’ Orientation Website

Below are components of education and ongoing development prepared to help transition our new Board members into their role on the Mount’s Board of Governors…as well as to strengthen the knowledge of our “seasoned” Board members.  Much of the content on this site is available only to Board members (username and password required).

For additional information, please feel free to contact the Governance Secretary and General Counsel, Sara Knight (email) or 902-457-6436 (phone).

Board of Governors' Orientation Session

The Board of Governors Orientation is based on the Board of Governors’ Policy and Procedures Manual (Board Manual).

Below you will find a link to the Board of Governors’ orientation session held October, 7, 2021.  Access to the video is restricted to members of Mount Saint Vincent University’s Board of Governors.

Board Orientation and Education Modules

Below you will find links to pre-recorded pieces designed to help you better understand the workings of the Board of Governors.  Access to these pieces is restricted to members of Mount Saint Vincent University’s Board of Governors.

Links to Other Board Education Pieces

Below you will find links to other pieces that will assist you in your ongoing development as a Board member.