How powerful technology is today in enhancing so many elements of our lives.
I applaud President David Dingwall and his team at Cape Breton University (CBU) for their leadership in striving to establish the Centre for Discovery and Innovation at the university.
President Dingwall stated at a recent luncheon that “Our collective task is to help our citizens to understand the need and the positive impact the Centre for Discovery and Innovation can have on the university and on our community.”
This new facility will not just drive a more prosperous, globally-oriented future for the Island. It will also allow CBU to take a lead role in providing innovative solutions to problems faced here in Cape Breton and in communities around the world. A commendable feat, but not the first time this has happened on our Island.
Let’s think about who Cape Breton Island attracted in the past and the impacts to the world that resulted. Imagine the conversations on discovery and innovation that would have taken place between Alexander Graham Bell and Guglielmo Marconi. Suffice to say, their discoveries and innovations have revolutionized our world.
The Centre for Discovery and Innovation at Cape Breton University is a new foundation for growth and prosperity. Through this centre, Cape Breton Island will continue to be recognized as a place where innovation will thrive.
Mary Tulle
Sydney