Radio: Economy vs. Environment
Canada's energy sector has maintained this country inside the lines of economic prosperity at a time when the rest of the world has suffered through a severe economic crisis. Our policies need to reflect that the Atlantic region can gain significantly from energy development without sacrificing environmental standards. Yet radical environmentalists continue to halt Canada's best chance [...]
Radio: Money Does Buy Happiness
There's an old saying that "money can't buy happiness"- this is true, to some extent. Plenty of rich people are sad and many poor people are happy. However, considerable data shows that economic security does, all else equal, make people happier. Research from Princeton University shows that people with more money tend to be considerably happier than [...]
Checking the Math on Childcare
In his report, Checking the Math on Childcare, commissioned by the Atlantic Institute for Market Studies (AIMS), Ian Munro cautions Canadians about promises for a federal childcare program.
Health Care Reform Needs Public Citizens’ voice
AIMS’ authors Collins, Zitner, and Navarro-Genie argue that the way forward for meaningful healthcare reform will have to involve greater public participation.
Rural Internet access: Broadband co-ops are the way to go
Eastlink, a regional telecommunications company in Nova Scotia, has drawn sharp criticism from customers, local governments and the province for its decision to cap rural Internet packages at 15 GB/month in order to ensure equitable service for “basic Internet needs like e-mail, general web browsing, and social media.”
It’s 2015, so why can’t I email my doctor yet?
By: Dianne Kelderman and Dr. David Zitner