dissertation in 1987 on the life and poetry of the Reverend John Keble, a founding member of the Anglo-Catholic movement, and lectured in English language and literature at the Memorial University of Newfoundland.

The degree of Doctor of Divinity, honoris causa, was conferred on Harvey by Nashotah House in October 2009.

He opposed revisionist interpretations of the Bible that would lead to the acceptance of blessing of same-sex unions by the Anglican Diocese of New Westminster in 2002.

[5] Harvey retired as bishop/moderator of the Anglican Network in Canada in June 2014, being succeeded by co-adjutor bishop Charlie Masters.

[6][needs update] In retirement he serves as honorary assistant and bishop in residence at the Anglican Church of the Good Samaritan in St.