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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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

Food in a Just World with Tracey Harris and Terry L. Gibbs

March 27, 2024

CBU professors, Tracey Harris and Terry Gibbs, colleagues and friends, are excited to launch their first book together, Food in…

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Finally Being Heard – Meet Ashley Copage

March 22, 2024

As a Mi’Kmaw woman from Sipekne’katik, Ashely Copage says academia hasn’t always provided the best experiences for her. That all…

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Celebrating a Woman in My Past – A Collection of Student Essays

March 20, 2024

With International Women’s Day recently passing by, CBU is pleased to host the book launch event of Celebrating a Woman…

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Celebrate Multiculturalism and Diversity: Meet Shivangi Upadhyaya

March 20, 2024

As someone who values diversity and takes pride in learning and sharing various cultures, Shivangi Upadhyaya is a perfect fit…

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Third Times the Charm – Meet Ashley Barnaby

March 20, 2024

Not everyone is lucky enough to get a second chance, let alone a third one. But for Unama’ki College student,…

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CBMC Announces Two New Additions to the Cape Breton Medical Campus

March 19, 2024

With the goal of ensuring more Nova Scotians have the opportunity to receive an excellent medical education right here in…

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A New Perspective on Community – Meet Wendy Martin

March 18, 2024

Unama’ki College offers a unique opportunity for Indigenous students to pursue post-secondary education in their own communities while applying their…

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CBU BHTM Students Sweep into Action

March 18, 2024

Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management students taking the Meetings, Conventions and Event Management course this semester are volunteering with…

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Overcoming Challenges and Finding a Voice: Meet Gordon Alley-Young

March 11, 2024

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Cape Breton University (CBU), we reflect on the remarkable journey that has shaped…

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