Canada, Quebec and the nanny state
This review calls Brian Lee Crowley's book, Fearful Symmetry, "an audacious, provocative and impressively researched volume." Lawrence Martin in the Globe and Mail says "it will open more eyes than it closes."
Stimulus spending just Tories ‘bringing home the bacon’
In this story out of Ottawa, AIMS incoming president Charles Cirtwill explains that it should not come as a shock to anyone that much of the federal stimulus money is being spent in Tory ridings. He says it is part of an MP's job, but admits it's a horrible indictment of the system.
Zone-ability
This latest paper in the port series examines Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and concludes such an economic zone would provide numerous benefits to the region. However, it warns, failure to act will prove to be an opportunity lost, while others grasp the potential and act.
Don’t get too excited about September’s unemployment numbers
The latest economic forecast looks good for New Brunswick. The latest job numbers paint a province in recovery mode. AIMS incoming president Charles Cirtwill suggests it may be a little early to be forecasting a economic about-face.
Civil service defends staffing
AIMS' research on the number of civil servants per resident is generating debate in New Brunswick. AIMS incoming president Charles Cirtwill says the discussion should grow to include the question, "How many people does it take to do the job governmetn has to do?"
Canada’s future lies in its past
This review of Brian Lee Crowley's book, "Fearful Symmetry", written by Robert Roach of the Canada West Foundation appeared in the Amherst Daily News in Nova Scotia.
Go East Go West
It's the second largest harbour in the world, yet the Port of Halifax is far from being considered one of the busiest. However, its importance to the city and the region could be significant as a generator of economic growth. It needs a kick start, and now during this downturn may be just the time. In Go East Go West, John Huang reviews the routes to get goods from Asia to North America, and examines what needs to get done to make Halifax a significant link.
The Beacon – 07 October 2009
Learn about AIMS' new president, Charles Cirtwill, visit out 15th anniversary dinner, and read about Brian Lee Crowley's best selling book, Fearful Symmetry.
AIMS’ 15th Anniversary Dinner
AIMS' 15th anniversary dinner in Nova Scotia featured Jawed Ludin, Afghanistan's Ambassador to Canada.
AIMS names new President
Charles R. Cirtwill will take over from founding President Brian Lee Crowley