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Latest CBU Stories

The First Annual Capers Golf Invitational – Meet Ryan McNeil and Keigan Nicholson

January 13, 2025

CBU Bachelor of Education students, Ryan MacNeil Lamswood and Keigan Nicholson, each got into the sport of golf at a…

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Best of 2024

December 18, 2024

2024 has been a remarkable year at Cape Breton University, filled with growth, innovation and unforgettable moments as we celebrated…

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Making a Difference Through Music: Meet Mark Parselelo

December 16, 2024

Mark Parselelo, joining CBU as an instructor this January, has dedicated his life to the art of music. He has…

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Research at the WaTER Lab: Meet Jennifer and Marissa Cox

December 13, 2024

For two Bachelor of Science students at Cape Breton University, a shared passion for research and public health brought them…

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Helping At-Risk Youth and Following in Her Brother’s Footsteps: Meet Peer Mentor Madison Headley

December 12, 2024

Growing up, CBU student and Peer Mentor, Madison Headley, would often hear stories about Psychology courses at CBU from her…

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Putting Yourself in Positions to Learn: Meet Peer Mentor Rashidi Amiri

December 12, 2024

Growing up in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, in the shadow of some of the world’s greatest wonders like Mount Kilimanjaro, the Ngorongoro…

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Increasing and Improving Men’s Health Awareness: Meet Chris Bourque

December 12, 2024

A Social Worker by trade, CBU Mental Health Counsellor, Chris Bourque, spent most of his career in the public mental…

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Throwback to Employer Appreciation Dinner Hosted by BHTM Students

December 11, 2024

This spring, Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (BHTM) students at Cape Breton University hosted a special Employer Appreciation Dinner…

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Growing Forward Together: Soil Restoration at Colliery Lands Park

December 9, 2024

In the fall, a community tree-planting event at Colliery Lands Park in New Waterford brought together 26 enthusiastic participants from…

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Cape Breton University to Host Science Atlantic Geology Speaker Tour

January 13, 2025

Cape Breton University is hosting the Science Atlantic Geology Speaker Tour on Thursday, January 16, from 11:45am-12:45pm. Dr. Michael Parsons,…

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Cape Breton University Welcomes Rose Morrison as the 2025 Artist in Residence

January 7, 2025

Cape Breton University is pleased to announce Rose Morrison as the University’s 2025 Artist in Residence. Born and raised in…

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Cape Breton University Announces Revived January Start for Online Bachelor of Education Program

December 20, 2024

Cape Breton University is pleased to announce that the highly anticipated 8-month online Bachelor of Education program will proceed, with…

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Cape Breton University Hosts Annual December to Remember

December 17, 2024

Cape Breton University is proud to host this year’s December to Remember, an annual series of festive events for students…

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Cape Breton University Hosts Mock MMI Sessions to Support Pre-Med Students

December 10, 2024

Earlier this month, Cape Breton University hosted a mock Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) session for nine pre-med students. MMI’s are…

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President David Dingwall Awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal for Contributions to Education and Public Service

November 29, 2024

Yesterday, November 28, 2024, the Honourable David C. Dingwall, PC, the 7th President and Vice-Chancellor of Cape Breton University, was…

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Cape Breton University Research Recognized with Highest Honours

November 25, 2024

Cape Breton University’s Dr. Marcia Ostashewski, Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology and Director of CBU’s Centre for Sound Communities, will receive…

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CBU’s Boardmore Theatre Presents: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

November 20, 2024

Cape Breton University’s Boardmore Theatre is proud to present The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, with performances…

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Cape Breton University Establishes Six New Creative Arts Awards

November 7, 2024

As part of its 50th Anniversary celebration, Cape Breton University announces the establishment of six new Creative Arts Awards. These…

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CAPERS BASKETBALL GAME: CBU VS ACADIA

Jan 17, 2025 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Wing Night – Live Music

Jan 19, 2025 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm
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Bell Let’s Talk Fundraiser Lunch

Jan 21, 2025 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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Traditional Cape Breton Step Dancing for Beginners Workshop

Jan 21, 2025 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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CBU Rec Indoor Games

Jan 21, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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BELL LET’S TALK CAPERS BASKETBALL GAME: CBU VS StFX

Jan 23, 2025 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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January
21

Final date to appeal Fall 2024 grades (by 4pm)

January
30

Deadline for Payment for Winter Term Fees

January
31

Spring Graduation Application Closes

February
17

Nova Scotia Heritage Day (CBU closed)

February
17

Winter Reading Week-No Classes from February 17-21

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