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

Makin’ Waves with the Barra MacNeils

July 26, 2024

The tenth year of Cape Breton Island’s Makin’ Waves Music Festival is in full swing, running from July 4-August 1,…

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The Golden Shovel and Its Full-Circle Moment in 50 Years

July 22, 2024

During the Anniversary Week, Cape Breton University launched Growing Forward Together, an initiative to plant 50,000 trees across Cape Breton…

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Dr. Lynn LeVatte: Presenting CBU’s Education Programs through a Montessori Vision

July 18, 2024

Earlier this spring, Dr. Lynn LeVatte, Assistant Professor of Education at Cape Breton University, had the honour of speaking at…

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Embracing Change and the Secret to Success – Meet Mike Dickson

July 15, 2024

For much of his upbringing, things didn’t come easy for CBU student, Mike Dickson. Through it all, he always knew…

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CBU and ACAP Cape Breton to Plant 50,000 Trees Through Growing Forward Together Project

July 15, 2024

As part of our 50th Anniversary celebration, Cape Breton University launched Growing Forward Together, a signature initiative to plant 50,000…

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Esports Boom at CBU

July 10, 2024

On Saturday, June 1, 2024, Cape Breton University, in partnership with Soulvaria Entertainment, hosted its second esports tournament. Following the…

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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Community

June 28, 2024

Cape Breton University Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence On this date, June 28, 1974, the College of Cape Breton (CCB)…

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From The First Class to CBU Faculty: Meet Blair MacNeil P. Eng.

June 24, 2024

As a student enrolled in the first class of the College of Cape Breton (CCB), Blair MacNeil was among the…

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Reunited on the Pitch: Meet Ness Timmons and Karolyne MacDonell

June 19, 2024

Ness Timmons has been a staple of the CBU community for nearly 30 years. If you have ever been to…

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