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52-647: CBU is an ordinary (full) member of Universities Canada (UC), the Association of Atlantic Universities (AAU), the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE), and Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan). In 1951, the St. Francis Xavier University Sydney Campus was opened as a satellite campus of St. Francis Xavier University in the Sydney Lyceum, situated in the central business district of Sydney, Nova Scotia . It

104-525: A 90% average or greater are eligible for scholarships ranging in amount from $ 10,000 (Orpha Thayer-Scott) to $ 24,000 (Chancellor's) over a four-year period. Other entrance scholarships ranging from $ 500 to $ 2,000 a year are also available. Students taking a minimum of 24 credits are eligible for in-course scholarships the following year depending on their academic performance. Unlike in-course bursaries, which are also available, in-course scholarships do not require an application. A new Work-Study Bursary Program

156-592: A Bachelor of Arts and Science in the Environment. Students may also pursue six Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) transfer degree options with Dalhousie University . Jointly with the Canadian Coast Guard College , a Bachelor of Technology in Nautical Science is available. Associate Vice-President: Stephen Augustine Dean: Laurianne Sylvester In 2010, Unama'ki College was founded as an offshoot of

208-497: A Bachelor of Emergency Management. Dean: Dr. Kimberley Lamarche The School of Nursing offers three Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSCN) options, a three-year program for students directly from high school, a two-year program for students who have university experience, and a program for Licensed Practical Nurses to become Registered Nurses (typically completed in 24 months). Dean: Dr. John Nadeau The Shannon School of Business offers one Master of Business Administration with

260-693: A CBU thesis repository, the Bernier LGBT Collection, the Fortress of Louisbourg Collection, and the F.A.C.E. Collection which provides access to the publications and contributions of the CBU faculty. There is also has a collection of Cape Breton Post and Chronicle Herald publications on microfilm, which can be read on the microfilm readers located on the first floor. CBU Library has access to Novanet Search, Novanet Classic, and WorldCat, allowing students to search for publications from libraries all across Nova Scotia and

312-457: A focus on Community Economic Development (MBA CED) along with 9 Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree options. There is also a Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management. Four post-baccalaureate diplomas are also offered. Dean: Dr. Stephanie MacQuarrie The School of Science and Technology offers four Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree options and five Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) degree options. The School also offers

364-543: A minor in Gaelic . Both the BA and BACS include an Honours option. In 2016, the university began offering an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts and Science in Environment (BASE) degree. In 2023, the School will begin offering a post-baccalaureate Bachelor of Social Work. Dean: Dr. Ellyn Lyle The School of Education and Health (SEH) offers two Master of Education degrees (one of which

416-640: A new playhouse as part of college expansions. This would go on to be named the Boardmore Playhouse in honor of Liz and Harry Boardmore in 1990. In 1982, the Nova Scotia government granted CCB a charter for granting university degrees and the institution renamed itself as the University College of Cape Breton (UCCB) . UCCB was the first university college in Canada and united diverse education streams such as

468-595: A number of publications, such as University Affairs magazine and the Directory of Canadian Universities . Universities Canada's arms, supporters, and badge were registered with the Canadian Heraldic Authority on May 10, 2004. On 25 October 2011, Universities Canada, known then by its former name, announced a new "Statement on Academic Freedom" which was adopted unanimously by the membership at its centennial meeting. However, at least one critic has expressed

520-415: A transition-to-work component through co-op education, work placements, internships and work-study programs. The university is composed of the following schools and affiliated colleges: Dean: Dr. Andrew Parnaby The School of Arts and Social Sciences offers 15 Bachelor of Arts (BA) options, 12 Bachelor of Arts Community Studies (BACS) options, 1 diploma option, and 9 certificate options. It also includes

572-583: A wave tank, free-fall lifeboat and fire training centre, and with state-of-the-art simulation equipment for navigation and engine room training. The Nautical Institute is part of the college's Strait Area Campus. The predecessor of the Nautical Institute is the Halifax Marine School. The School of Fisheries offers a wide range of training programs to meet the needs of the fish harvesting industry and for small vessel operators. Courses are offered at

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624-468: Is a newly opened health and recreation community facility situated on the CBU campus. It provides CBU students and the community with access to a track and field operation and year-round indoor soccer facilities as well as a fitness centre. CBU is growing in terms or residence and enhanced food services through the construction of Harriss Hall, a new student residence and dining hall, in September 2010, giving

676-569: Is a regular institutional member of the Association of Atlantic Universities (AAU), Universities Canada (UC), Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan), and the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE). Both elementary and secondary streams of the Bachelor of Education are recognized by the Nova Scotia Office of Teacher Certification. All four tracks of the Nursing program are accredited by

728-453: Is a small comprehensive university that performs over $ 3 million in externally funded research and employed over 65 students as researchers in 2011. The Office of Research and Graduate Studies publishes two annual research publication titled Research Matters, as well as a separate student Research Matters magazine. Research chairs at CBU include: Additionally, Dr. Bruce Hatcher is the Director of

780-744: Is also available to provide students with financial need the opportunity for on-campus employment. The Government of Canada sponsors an Aboriginal Bursaries Search Tool that lists over 680 scholarships, bursaries, and other incentives offered by governments, universities, and industry to support Aboriginal post-secondary participation. Cape Breton University scholarships for Aboriginal , First Nations and Métis students include: Earth Tech/CBCL Award – Entrance Award; Verschuren Family Entrance Scholarship; Wood, Walker Foundation Aboriginal Awards Entrance Scholarship; Bank of Montreal Aboriginal Business Administration Student Scholarship. Associate Vice-President, Academic & Research: Dr. Tanya Brann-Barrett CBU

832-653: Is also involved in the government's copyright reform process. Universities Canada follows the Canadian government's Federal Employment Equity Act in developing their equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) policies for the four pillars of marginalized students, professors, and other university members. "Under-represented groups include those identified in the federal Employment Equity Act – women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities – as well as, but not limited to, LGBTQ2+ people and men in female-dominated disciplines." Universities Canada (and similarly

884-634: Is an organization that represents Canada 's universities. It is a non-profit national organization that coordinates university policies, guidance and direction. Formed in 1911, as the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada ( AUCC ), it represents 97 public and private not-for-profit Canadian universities and university colleges in Canada . It provides member services in public policy and advocacy, communications, research and information-sharing, and scholarships and international programs. In April 2015,

936-432: Is expected to generate approximately $ 2.1 million in annual revenue. Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston announced that a medical school will be established at CBU, in conjunction with Dalhousie University , opening no later than fall 2025. Cape Breton University currently has about 6,000 full-time and part-time students, of which roughly two thirds are international. Since 2017, enrollment at CBU has more than doubled, with

988-632: Is offered jointly with the Memorial University of Newfoundland and a Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree along with two post-degree diplomas. There is also a transfer Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in nutrition with the University of Prince Edward Island , Mount Saint Vincent University and St. Francis Xavier University . Additionally, the SEH offers a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Public Health and

1040-715: Is part of Ivany Campus and is housed in a building near the Ivany Campus. The Nautical Institute is located in the Strait Area Campus. The School of Fisheries is located in the Shelburne Campus. The Centre of Geographic Studies, often referred to by the acronym COGS, is part of Annapolis Valley Campus and is located in a separate site in Lawrencetown . There are also two Community Learning Centres located in Amherst (part of

1092-407: Is the official school song of Cape Breton University. The Beaton Institute, housed at CBU, is the second largest public archive in Nova Scotia. Sister Margaret Beaton of Scotland, recognizing that many documents of significance to Cape Breton were being lost to neglect during her career as librarian at Xavier Junior College, began collecting these documents back in 1957. Preceded by Cape Bretoniana,

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1144-699: The College of Cape Breton (CCB) . The college was consolidated at the location of the former NSEIT and began expanding. Between 1978 and 1982, several new buildings were added to the campus including a campus centre, the Sullivan Field House, an art gallery, and the current location of the Beaton Institute. In 1979, the Xavier College Drama Society moved its operations to the CCB with the construction of

1196-460: The liberal arts and sciences with technological and vocational diploma programs. A major expansion for the 1987 Canada Winter Games included the construction of sports facilities built at the campus. During the 1990s several campus expansions were built, including the Culture and Heritage Centre as well as academic and research facilities. As a result of a 2004 study the decision was made to rename

1248-576: The Beaton Institute operates as a regional archive from and about Cape Breton Island's history, society, politics, economy, health, people, places, and events. The building is 17,000 square feet and includes a reading room, vault, work room, and several offices and specialized rooms. The collection includes paper records, photographs, film, video, audio materials, books, maps, plans, and microfilms, housing 3,000 manuscript collections, 60,000 images, 2,500 sound recordings, 1,500 video cassettes and film reels, 1,500 reference books, 2,000 maps and plans. Materials in

1300-572: The Bras D'Or Institute. Projects are funded by all federal granting councils (CFI, NSRIT, NSERC, SSHRC, CIHR, AIF projects). The President's Award for Excellence in Research is an annual award which recognizes members of the CBU Faculty who demonstrate excellence in research and scholarship. From 2012, the winners have been: Universities Canada Universities Canada ( French : Universités Canada )

1352-631: The Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN). Two Engineering programs are accredited by the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT). The Bachelor of Health Sciences, Public Health (BHSc) is accredited by the Board of Certification of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors . Virtually all Cape Breton University degree, diploma and certificate programs offer

1404-633: The Canadian government) exclude social class from their EDI statement and initiatives. That is, the invisible minority who come from and/or live in poverty, those from working-class backgrounds, and those who are generally known as first-generation and/or low socioeconomic status. In Canada, poverty is termed as "social condition" and is not grounds for discrimination. The association is also active in managing government-funded international partnership programs and more than 130 scholarship programs on behalf of private sector companies. In partnership with Community Foundations of Canada and Rideau Hall Foundation,

1456-885: The Cumberland Campus) and Digby (part of the Burridge Campus). The Strait Area Campus also offers programs in Wagmatcook First Nation at the Wagmatcook Learning Centre. On November 27, 2017, the province of Nova Scotia and NSCC announced plans to relocate Marconi Campus to downtown Sydney . The specific location, on Sydney's waterfront, was announced by the province of Nova Scotia and NSCC on August 2, 2019. NSCC's Nautical Institute offers Transport Canada -approved marine training for students who want to start or advance their career at sea. Students learn in specially designed marine facilities, including

1508-570: The Department of Vocational & Technical Training published a White Paper recommending the creation of a community college system for Nova Scotia. The establishment of the system, it was argued, would bring technology, vocational and upgrading institutions together under one umbrella and allow for the development and coordination of college programs and services at a province-wide level. That would work to meet both pan-provincial and local economic and applied education needs. In 1988, Nova Scotia became

1560-518: The Halifax Marine School was established. While it would later become the NSCC Nautical Institute, it then represented the first vocational and technical education institution in the Province of Nova Scotia . It was the first in a number of specialized training institutions around the province that offered education in areas such as agriculture, surveying, engineering and navigation. In 1987,

1612-609: The Nova Scotia Eastern Institute of Technology (NSEIT) opened on Grand Lake Road several kilometres east of the Sydney city limits. The institution focused on business technology and trades. It was created with the help of provincial and federal funding in response to serious challenges faced by the coal and steel industries in Industrial Cape Breton . In 1974, NSEIT and Xavier College were officially amalgamated into

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1664-578: The Social and Cultural History of Cape Breton Island. Sister Beaton died in a car accident that same year. The collection and additional institutions built around it were renamed the Beaton Institute in her honor. In the early 1960s, Harry Boadmore emigrated from England to Canada, where he met and later married Elizabeth 'Liz' Boardmore (née MacDonald). Both later joined Xavier Junior College as English teachers in 1966. Within that year, they collaborated with

1716-573: The Verschuren Centre for Sustainability in Energy & Environment (CSEE). The purpose of this centre was to plan and carry out research about new sources of energy and ways of increasing environmental sustainability on the east coast of Canada. In October of 2020, the Centre incorporated as a non-profit and separated from the university. In 2012, the new Shannon School of Business building opened and became

1768-661: The association manages the Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships Program. Nova Scotia Community College Nova Scotia Community College or NSCC is a Canadian community college serving the province of Nova Scotia through a network of 14 campuses and three community learning centres. The college delivers over 130 programs in five academic schools: Access, Education and Language; Business and Creative Industries; Health & Human Services; Technology and Environment; and Trades and Transportation. They reflect

1820-866: The campus a total of four residences. Harriss Hall is also the new location for residence mail services, replacing MacDonald, and holds the office of the Residence Life Coordinator. With this new addition, the residence halls now offer meal service and living space for over 550 students. Recently, each dorm, along with the off-campus students, have been assigned colors and animals to represent them in residence competitions. The four residences on campus include Cabot Residence, MacDonald Residence, Harriss Hall, and Alumni Hall. MacDonald offers single and double rooms, Harriss offers single suites, Cabot offers four-bedroom apartments, and Alumni offers five-bedroom apartments along with two-bedroom dorms. In 2010, funded by both public and private investment, construction began on

1872-509: The collection reflect the Mi'kmaq, Jewish, Acadian, Ukrainian, African Nova Scotian, Lithuanian, Polish, and Italian communities of Cape Breton, along with a collection of Gaelic materials. CBU's library is located adjacent to the Campus Center, along with the main cafeteria, Art Gallery 1, and Boardmore Theatre. The library features twelve special collections, apart from the main collection, including

1924-605: The college and community to produce a stage version of The Crucible by Arthur Miller , which was presented at the Vogue Theatre in Sydney, and a version of The Collection by Harold Pinter . The Boardmores went on the Xavier College Drama Society and host drama festivals on the top floor of the Sydney Lyceum, where Xavier Junior College was hosted at the time. This would later become the Xavier College Theatre. In 1968,

1976-421: The culture and history of Cape Breton Island and the various cultural groups (e.g. Mi’kmaq, Italian, Polish, Lebanese, Gaelic) which inhabited it. In 1957 she named this collection Cape Bretoniana. In 1966 she began overseeing the collection on a full-time basis. In 1975, Cape Bretoniana was expanded and branched into two main divisions: an Archive and institute Library and the Centre for Ethnic Studies, Folklore and

2028-638: The facility in Shelburne , at locations throughout Nova Scotia and around the world. The Aviation Institute is located on Pleasant Street at the Dartmouth Gate building (former Moirs Plant). The Centre of Geographic Sciences (also known as COGS) in Lawrencetown is Canada's largest geomatics-focused learning environment. COGS is often featured on the television program The Curse of Oak Island . NSCC staff, faculty and graduates frequently work on screen and behind

2080-557: The institution to reflect its transformation over the previous two decades into primarily a university level institution. The process led to UCCB transferring its trades and technology programs to the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC), which operated its "Marconi Campus" (the former Adult Vocational Training Centre - AVTC) which is located immediately next to the CBU Grand Lake Road campus. On September 23, 2004,

2132-487: The labour market needs and opportunities in Nova Scotia. NSCC includes four specialized institutes: the Nautical Institute, the School of Fisheries, the Aviation Institute and the Centre of Geographical Sciences. Educating over 20,000 students a year (fulltime and part-time combined), NSCC provides the majority of technical and apprenticeship training in Nova Scotia. The president of NSCC is Don Bureaux. In 1872,

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2184-528: The last province in Canada to create a community college system, which brought 16 institutions together into one college system. In name, it became the predecessor to NSCC; however, it would be several years until NSCC was established in its current form. In 1992, two more campuses joined the college system from their respective school boards, followed by in 1995 the Nova Scotia Teacher's College closed and became an NSCC site. NSCC became autonomous from

2236-515: The new home of the Shannon School of Business faculty and programs. The university built a three-turbine, 5.4-megawatt wind farm off campus, at a cost of $ 17.6 million in partnership with Natural Forces Technologies, with the aim of producing enough electricity to offset its carbon dioxide emissions. The project took advantage of a government program which paid a premium rate per kilowatt for energy from small-scale green energy facilities. The farm

2288-576: The number of students increasing by over 1,000 per year in 2018, 2019, and 2022. In 2023, total enrollment at CBU increased by 53.6% compared to the previous year. Cape Breton University has ranked 20th in the MacLean's primarily undergraduate university rankings for 2024, and 47th in their 2024 reputational survey. The university ranked 17th out of 20 in the 2024 in the Reputational Survey for primarily undergraduate universities. Cape Breton University

2340-556: The opinion that the Statement, drafted by academic administrators, essentially gives academic administrators the right to determine the limits of such freedom. Universities Canada works in an advocacy role with governments to promote higher education and awareness of the contributions Canada's universities make to the country. Its priorities are increasing funding for universities' operating and capital costs, research, and international programs, along with improved student assistance. It

2392-456: The organization renamed itself "Universities Canada." Universities Canada is not a higher education accreditation body. Membership in the association requires universities to meet strict criteria and adhere to set principles of institutional quality assurance that must be reaffirmed every five years. This reinforces the recognition of a Canadian university degree around the world as a high-quality academic achievement. The association produces

2444-507: The province in 1996 by incorporating itself as an independent institution with a Board of Governors (An Act Respecting Collège de l’Acadie and Nova Scotia Community College). Since then, the NSCC network of campuses has evolved into a province-wide, community-based, community college, with polytechnical, applied arts and health science educational programs. The Nova Scotia Community College occupies 14 campuses, located in: The Aviation Institute

2496-505: The school specializing in Mi'kmaq history, culture and education. As of 2013, it has some 250 aboriginal students. Its library holds 1,500 books on aboriginal issues and 7,000 documents. The college includes the following facilities: The Department of Indigenous Studies offers disciplines in Mi’kmaq Studies and Integrative Science. CBU offers nine major entrance scholarships based on the student's average from high school. Students with

2548-471: The university's Board of Governors voted unanimously to rename the institution Breton University ; however, the proposed name was opposed by a number of groups in the institution and local community over the removal of the word "Cape" from the name, and the name Cape Breton University was thus adopted instead. The name change became official through the University College of Cape Breton Act (amended) which received Royal Assent on May 19, 2005. " Rise Again "

2600-551: The world. Interlibrary loaning services are available to access publications and journal articles not held in the CBU Library's collection or accessible through CBU's electronic resources. The university continued to expand with major campus additions initiated in 2009. As a collaborative player, CBU became a lead partner in the establishment of the Cape Breton Health Recreation Complex. The $ 10 million project

2652-471: Was also referred to as "St. Francis Xavier Junior College" or "Xavier Junior College" (XJC), and colloquially as "Little X." The building was reduced to three stories due to a fire, which caused the fourth story to collapse. The college underwent an expansion in 1960, which included a new arts building along with classrooms in Holy Angels High School and Navy League buildings. In 1963 the institution

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2704-429: Was renamed Xavier College. In 1955, Mother St. Margaret of Scotland (Sister Margaret Beaton) came to Cape Breton to become the first full librarian of Xavier Junior College. During her time at the college, she recognized that documents of historical significance to Cape Breton Island were being lost. In response, she began to grow the collection of the college library by collecting books and archival material specific to

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