Now and Forever, Cape Breton University

CBU is experiencing unprecedented growth, with students, faculty and staff coming to Cape Breton from across Canada and around the world. Our continued growth is due, in part, to support from incredible donors like you, from Cape Breton and from all over the world.

When you support Cape Breton University, you’re joining a family of alumni, friends, and community members who are working to ensure students have everything they need to succeed. Your donations help provide CBU students with the ability to explore their passions and develop the skills they’ll need to help shape the world around us.

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Cape Breton University has bold and ambitious plans for the future. Currently, CBU is raising funds for the Forever CBU campaign. This $50 million campaign, the largest in CBU’s history, will change the face of campus through new and exciting infrastructure and support student aspirations for generations to come.

Learn more about the Forever CBU Campaign Here.

Please note that the Alumni and Development Offices of Cape Breton University are located at  1270 Grand Lake Road, Cape Breton University Campus, MacDonald Residence. We welcome you to drop by or you can reach us by phone at 902-563-1271. 

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Join Cape Breton University’s supporters all over the world, dedicated to enhancing the educational experience of the current and future CBU family! Your gifts support CBU’s current campaigns and priorities, as well as enhance the educational opportunities of our students.

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