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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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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Uniting Cape Breton’s Youth: Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run Returns to CBU

May 26, 2023

In 2005, alongside the inception of the Cape Breton Fiddlers Marathon, the Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run emerged as a…

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A Pursuit Of Childhood Dreams: Meet Abe Chidiac

May 26, 2023

Childhood dreams may not always come true, but when they do, they mean something extra special. Abe Chidiac is one…

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Program to Support Intergenerational Connections for Healthy Aging

May 23, 2023

Cape Breton University continues to explore opportunities to build partnerships for healthy communities with a new project to engage older…

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The Feeling of Home: Meet Erica MacNeil

May 16, 2023

In 2020, Erica MacNeil transferred from Acadia University to Cape Breton University after moving home from Wolfville during the COVID-19…

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One Step Closer: Meet Chloe Stewart

May 16, 2023

With each step Chloe Stewart takes while crossing the stage at this year’s Spring Convocation, she’ll be one step closer…

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They Came, They Saw, They Conquered: Promise Akachukwu

May 16, 2023

With another convocation around the corner and graduates from around the world preparing to cross the stage, Promise Akachukwu is…

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Defining her Future at CBU: Meet Bailey Amadio

May 9, 2023

When Bailey Amadio graduated from high school, she was certain she wanted to get a degree. An educational partnership between…

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CBU Welcomes New University Teaching Chairs

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CBU’s Centre for Teaching Learning (CTL) is pleased to announce three new University Teaching Chairs for the 2023-25 term –…

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Never Too Late To Study: John K MacEwan

May 8, 2023

It is often said that life gives second chances, and CBU student John K MacEwan is grateful that it did…

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