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Sugar Sheet Initiative: Advancing Sustainability at McMaster

At Media Production Services (MPS), we are dedicated to championing McMaster University’s sustainability goals. For over 15 years, we’ve managed the campus’s Multi-Function Device (MFD) Fleet through PrintSmart, prioritizing eco-friendly innovations to reduce environmental impact. This commitment has driven us to continually seek out and implement sustainable options, from recycled materials to plant-based toners. In … Continue reading "Sugar Sheet Initiative: Advancing Sustainability at McMaster"

June 17, 2025

The McMaster Meet@Mac, Classroom, Lobby & Greenspace Self-Serve Reservations Portal

, revolutionized how student groups access and reserve campus spaces at McMaster University. Previously, Conference and Event Services (CES) staff manually handled all booking requests, creating inefficiencies and delays. By leveraging the Infosilem platform and collaborating with campus partners, CES launched an intuitive self-service system to … Continue reading "The McMaster Meet@Mac, Classroom, Lobby & Greenspace Self-Serve Reservations Portal"

June 17, 2025

Low Carbon District Energy System and PV Solarization Project

“It will be one of the most advanced systems in the world” according to Diego Mendlebaum (P.Eng.). He is referring to Thompson Rivers University’s Low Carbon District Energy System (LCDES), which officially broke ground in August 2024 and is scheduled to complete in Q3 of 2026. He should know, he’s the Head of Development with … Continue reading "Low Carbon District Energy System and PV Solarization Project"

June 17, 2025

Student Housing

CAUBO’s report, Student Housing in Canadian Higher Education: A Strategic Framework for Planning and Delivery, provides timely insights and strategic guidance to help institutions navigate the evolving financial, demographic, and housing landscapes that are reshaping the sector. The report is organized into the following core areas of focus: Glossary and Executive Summary Current State of … Continue reading "Student Housing"

Tags: Ancillary Services, Financial Sustainability, Infrastructure, Public-Private Partnerships (P3s), Strategic Planning, Student Housing

June 3, 2025

Framework to Inform Higher Education Student Housing Plans – Strategic and Commercial Considerations in Market-Led Models (Section 3)

Tags: Ancillary Services, Financial Sustainability, Infrastructure, Public-Private Partnerships (P3s), Strategic Planning, Student Housing

June 3, 2025

Framework to Inform Higher Education Student Housing Plans – Glossary and Executive Summary

Tags: Ancillary Services, Financial Sustainability, Infrastructure, Public-Private Partnerships (P3s), Strategic Planning, Student Housing

June 3, 2025

Academic Program Sustainability And The Role of Academic Portfolio Review

Tags: Academic Programs, Financial Sustainability, Institutional Planning, Resource Allocation, Strategic Planning

May 28, 2025

Trend Talks: The University Workforce of 2050 – May 15, 2025

Date: May 15, 2025 Duration: 60 minutes Presenter: Ken Steele, President & Chief Futurist, Eduvation Click here to download the presentation 

Tags: Campus Security & Safety, Capital Projects, Facilities, Financial Sustainability, Institutional Planning, Presentations, Trend Talks, Workforce Planning

May 20, 2025

Trend Talks – The University Workforce of 2050 (PDF Presentation)

Tags: Campus Security & Safety, Capital Projects, Facilities, Financial Sustainability, Institutional Planning, Presentations, Trend Talks, Workforce Planning

May 20, 2025

Trend Talks: The University Campus of 2050 – February 26, 2025

Date: February 26, 2025 Duration: 60 minutes Presenter: Ken Steele, President & Chief Futurist, Eduvation Click here to download the presentation 

Tags: Campus Security & Safety, Capital Projects, Facilities, Financial Sustainability, Institutional Planning, Trend Talks, Workforce Planning

April 11, 2025