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CBU recognizes contributions of the healthcare sector and establishes the Healthcare Award of Distinction

Friday December 9, 2022

In recent years, the Covid-19 pandemic was challenging on all of us. None, more so, than the men and women in the healthcare sector. An already stressed system was overwhelmed and healthcare providers worked tirelessly to maintain and advocate for improved access to quality healthcare. These contributions have not gone unnoticed. And Cape Breton University…

CBU Announces Dr. Kevin Orrell as Special Advisor to the President

Tuesday October 4, 2022

Dr. Kevin Orrell was recently appointed Special Advisor to the President of Cape Breton University.Orrell, a medical physician and orthopedic surgeon, will advise the President on the development ofstrategic health initiatives. “Dr. Orrell will serve as a strong link between Cape Breton University and the Nova Scotia Governmentas we work together to find viable healthcare…

Cape Breton University and Dalhousie University Pilot Undergraduate Medical Education Partnership

Thursday May 12, 2022

Cape Breton University recognizes the importance of quality healthcare for Nova Scotians, includingthose in rural Nova Scotia. Today, Cape Breton University (CBU) and Dalhousie University (DAL) haveannounced they will partner on a Medical Education Pilot Initiative aimed at innovative and creativesolutions to alleviate family physician shortages in rural Nova Scotia, including Cape Breton, Mi’kmaqand African…