Be Proud of CBU Wherever You Go

As CBU alumni, you’ve always been our biggest supporters and proudly act as ambassadors for CBU wherever you are. Once a CAPER, always a CAPER. Together, we’ve grown into a powerful, diverse network of more than 33,000 members across the world. We are grateful for your support and proud to be part of this incredible community.

We want to stay connected with you as you make your mark on the world. We want to hear stories of success and share those accomplishments with the rest of the family. We also want to keep you updated on how you can become engaged with the Alumni network. CBU is growing and changing every day – learn all about those changes and how you can become a part of growing Cape Breton Island’s university.

Please note that the Alumni and Development Offices of Cape Breton University have relocated to 500 George Street, Suite 275 in downtown Sydney. We welcome you to drop by or you can reach us by phone at 902-563-1271. 

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Giving to CBU

Investing and supporting students is our priority.

When you choose to make a gift to Cape Breton University,  you are directly making an impact on students.  Your contributions allow CBU to break down barriers for students who want to pursue post-secondary education through bursaries and attract the world’s brightest minds to study on the Island by offering a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and awards.

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News

CBU Students and Alumni Step Up for 2025 Unama’ki – Cape Breton motionball

June 5, 2025

Now in its fifth year, 2025 Unama’ki – Cape Breton motionball Marathon of Sport returns on Saturday, June 21, at…

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My CBU Story: Meet Gunika Setia

May 29, 2025

While scanning Canadian provinces for her next great adventure, Gunika Setia was drawn to Nova Scotia and from there, discovered…

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My CBU Story: Meet Alyssa Burke

May 26, 2025

It wasn’t one thing that brought Alyssa Burke to Cape Breton University, but rather a series of connections, experiences and…

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My CBU Story: Meet Mya Trimm

May 26, 2025

For Mya Trimm of Albert Bridge, Nova Scotia, graduating from Cape Breton University this spring means more than just crossing…

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My CBU Story: Meet Patricia Azu

May 23, 2025

During her undergraduate program in her home country of Ghana, Patricia Azu worked on a project focused on using brown…

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My CBU Story: Meet Tyra Paul

May 23, 2025

“If I could talk to my younger self, I’d tell her, ‘Don’t worry,’ that one day, she’ll be connected. Not…

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Resilience in Each Step: Barb Sylvester’s Journey Through Loss, Learning and Language 

May 23, 2025

When CBU Alumna Barb Sylvester reflects on her life story and journey through education and life, she sees paths shaped…

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Learning in the Home Community: Meet Connie Moon Martin

May 22, 2025

Connie Moon Martin never imagined she would one day be earning not one, but two degrees. After graduating from high…

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My CBU Story: Limei Zhang

May 13, 2025

For as long as she can remember, Limei (Helen) Zhang wanted to work in the non-profit sector. After completing the…

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