Capitalize On Borders, Think-Tank Study Says
A study by the Conference Board of Canada says that Canada will not be able to benefit from increased shipping traffic from China and Europe unless it tears down its barriers to trade.
Provincial tests not the only measure of success
Educators need to not only collect data about student performance, but they need to continue to use it to improve performance. AIMS senior policy analyst Bobby O'Keefe explains that the New Brunswick education department appears to have it right as it works to improve math and literacy skills.
Benefits program would help local companies — president
As New Brunswick explores the possibility of starting a number of mega-projects some local firms are looking for the government to institute an industrial benefits program. Such a program would see local companies given preference in contracts. AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill says such polices are folly and inevitably lead to higher costs and fewer projects.
Atlantica’s Gateway: Have we learned our lessons?
It's time for business to step up to the plate and take action on the Atlantic Gateway and Atlantica. In his bi-weekly column, AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill notes recent announcements are generating a lot of momentum, which we can take advantage of if we're smart. But he cautions government to take a supportive role in Atlantica and leave leadership to private enterprise.
Reaction mixed to funding plan
The latest federal Speech from the Throne includes a plan by Ottawa to limit federal spending in areas of provincial jurisdiction. Called to comment on the new policy, AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill suggests it will actually provide more freedom for the provincial governments.
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Education assessments must be public: Kurial
PEI has literacy and numeracy assessments for grade three and nine students, but it's not making the results public. Instead it is just releasing individual student results to the students. AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill says such assessments are a more valuable performance assessment tool when released as school and board results.
Atlantica offers endless possibilities
This Amherst Daily News article covers a talk given by Dianne Kelderman, president of Atlantic Economics, and a member of the AIMS Board of Directors. Speaking to the Amherst and Area Chamber of Commerce, she outlines the potential benefits Atlantica and the creation of a trading bloc with a population of 43 million and a potential GDP $1.43 trillion.
Little for Metro in speech: Murphy
After the federal Speech from the Throne, reporters in Ottawa turned to AIMS for better understanding of how policies outlined in the speech could help the region.
Liberals launch ambassador program to promote province
Charles Cirtwill, AIMS acting president, says that New Bruswick's new business ambassador program is certainly creative, but it needs to be backed by business-friendly policies.