News Archive

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Archives for February 2009

Labours Lost: the forgotten history of the Mi’kmaq

During the mid-19th century the Mi'kmaq were perilously close to dying out — yet against all odds they managed to preserve and enrich their heritage for future generations. Labour historian Dr. Andy Parnaby is uncovering the inspirational message they left us.February 25, 2009

Type 2 diabetes — sowing the seeds for a solution

New cases of type 2 diabetes are on the rise, but conventional treatments can be costly — and can even lead to an increase in the risk of heart attack or stroke. CBU researchers are testing flaxseed as the possible key to a safer, more effective treatment.February 8, 2009