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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For years, your Distinction Magazine has been an important link to Cape Breton University and to the vast and diverse CBU Alumni family. From stories of inspiration and progress to updates on some of life’s greatest achievements – Distinction Magazine has been the flagship publication for all things CBU.

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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

My CBU Story – Shareeve and Jada Gould

October 31, 2025

From late-night study sessions at the Unama’ki College library to early-morning clinical shifts, sisters Shareeve and Jada Gould have supported…

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My CBU Story: Shemar Brown

October 29, 2025

Shemar Brown came to Cape Breton University with a straightforward plan. The psych major and basketball player from Toronto wanted…

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My CBU Story: Alex Burke

October 28, 2025

Years ago, if you asked Alex Burke what his plans were for after high school, he would have told you…

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Mazen’s Story of Grit, Growth, and Global Flavour from Cairo to Cape Breton

October 27, 2025

When Mazen Magdy first began his studies in Business Information Systems at the Canadian International College (CIC) in Egypt in…

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My CBU Story: Madison Walcott

October 27, 2025

Growing up in Sydney, Cape Breton University’s reputation preceded itself for Madison Walcott; A close knit place where students are…

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It Started at CBU: From Mussels to Molars – Sophia Butler-Doucette’s CBU Path to Dental School

October 20, 2025

Sophia Butler-Doucette, a recent graduate of Cape Breton University’s Biology program, is celebrating two major milestones this fall. First, she…

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National Affordable Housing Study Expands with New Funding

October 16, 2025

As housing costs continue to rise across the country, Cape Breton University’s Dr. Catherine Leviten-Reid is at the forefront of…

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Fiona Iluyomade on Resilience, Representation, and a Future in Medicine

October 15, 2025

When Fiona Iluyomade began her Nursing journey at Cape Breton University, she was determined to make the most of every…

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Ivana Walcott Reconnects with Family Roots Through Nursing

October 15, 2025

When Ivana Walcott chose Cape Breton University, she was looking for more than academic advancement. Enrolling in the LPN to…

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