Institutes and Centres
Abraham Centre for Religion and Society
The Abraham Centre for Religion and Society was formed in 1999 at Cape Breton University by a small group of faculty and community religious leaders. The activities of the Centre draw on the rich traditions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Through research and public education events, the goal of the Centre is to apply the values and insights of these traditions to problems facing contemporary society.
Contact: greg_macleod@cbu.ca
Bras d’Or Institute for Ecosystem Research
Contact: bruce_hatcher@cbu.ca
Alexander Graham Bell Institute
The Alexander Graham Bell Institute is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Alexander Graham Bell and his work. Continued study of Dr. Bell's work ("Mining for nuggets") and development of new applied research projects are motivated by a desire to continue his high standard of principle, his practical spirit and his social conscience.
Contact: sarah_conrod@cbu.ca
Centre for Sustainability in Energy & the Environment (CSEE)
Centre for Cape Breton Studies
Centre for Natural History
The Centre for Natural History develops and promotes research on the natural history and biodiversity of Cape Breton Island and provides a base for students and researchers studying Cape Breton natural history. Currently, the major focus of activity is the Cape Breton University Herbarium with its valuable collection of vascular plants, lichens and mosses.
Contact: david_mccorquodale@cbu.ca
Community Economic Development (CED) Institute
The Community Economic Development Institute offers community economic development training, policy advice and evaluation, organization and community strategic planning and information about community consultative processes. The Institute has established a national presence across Canada through a network of research associates: people skilled in community development who serve as advisors and enablers in developing programs to meet the differing needs of diverse communities.
Contact: george_karaphillis@cbu.ca
Centre for International Studies
The Centre is responsible for promoting internationalization and global awareness both within Cape Breton University and in the community. The Centre co-ordinates educational programs with respect to development, the environment, multiculturalism, human rights, and peace. It encourages internationalization of the curriculum, research and publications, sponsors guest speakers, workshops and seminars, co-operates with local non-governmental organizations, and develops linkages with educational institutions and organizations both in Canada and internationally.
Contact: garry_leech@cbu.ca
Children's Rights Centre
Institute for Integrative Science and Health (IISH)
International Institute for Tourism Development
The International Institute for Tourism Development, through its Advisory Board of Cape Breton University faculty, research fellows and industry stakeholders, will be a vehicle for CBU to promote, encourage and support tourism development in Cape Breton and beyond.
Contact: Ruthanne Geddes, Director
Louisbourg Institute
Created in 1980 by Cape Breton University and Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site of Canada, the Louisbourg Institute brings together professors, researchers, teachers, and students who share a common passion for education, research, and the Fortress of Louisbourg – home to one of North America’s largest 18th-century historical reconstructions and one of its richest archeological records.
Contact at CBU: Andy Parnaby or Graham Reynolds
Contact at Fortress of Louisbourg: Anne Marie Jonah
Marketing Research Centre
The Centre offers research and business services in Atlantic Canada. It provides career experience and commercial training for CBU students and serves clients within the communications, financial, manufacturing, retail, service, and tourism sectors of the local business community.
Website: http://www.cbu.ca/sbdc/mrc
Contact: Mary Jane Morrison
Philosophy and Religion Centre (PAR)
The Philosophy and Religion Centre (PAR) co-sponsors the Philosophy and Religion series of Rodopi's Value Inquiry Book Series (VIBS). Rodopi's VIBS is an international publisher of scholarly books and is co-sponsored by 35 centres worldwide. PAR is dedicated to a rigorous examination of religious attitudes, values, and beliefs. The Centre's Director is a VIBS Senior Editor responsible for the publication of scholarly research in a wide variety of philosophical approaches to general and specific topics arising from the whole spectrum of religious traditions.
Contact: Kenneth A. Bryson - Editorial Director
Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Institute (SMEI)
The Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Institute (SMEI) provides faculty and students with a base from which research into the SME sector can be undertaken. Through the Institute, Cape Breton University students obtain direct experience in business operations and the entrepreneurial process and culture.
Contact: harvey_johnstone@cbu.ca
Small Business Development Centre (SBDC)
If you're looking to successfully break into the business world, SBDC can help! The SBDC offers support and services in three key areas: training, business counseling and networking opportunities. However other needs identified by you can always be discussed with the Centre's knowledgeable and experienced staff! From counseling and training services for new and existing entrepreneurs to offering market research support to providing guidance, direction, leadership, the SBDC can help you understand what it takes to succeed and survive in the world of business!
Contact: maryjane_morrison@cbu.ca
Tompkins Institute for Human Values and Technology
Edwin MacLellan - Director
The Tompkins Institute for Human Values and Technology is mandated to investigate the impact of technological change on society in general and, more particularly, on the Cape Breton community.
Institute for the Development of Energy and Sustainability
The Centre of Excellence in Petroleum Development provides dedicated resources for the establishment of infrastructure, creation of academic programs and contributions to the business community
Contact: lucia_macisaac@cbu.ca
