Cianbro: We’ll build toll road across state
Maine-based company Cianbro has unveiled plans for a new east-west toll road in Maine. The proposal would strengthen commercial connections between Maine and New Brunswick.
East-west toll road proposed for Maine
Cianbro Corp. announced a proposal for a toll road in Maine aimed at improving connections between Maine and New Brunswick.
N.B. seeks solutions to looming labour challenges
For a decade AIMS has been writing about the pending labour shortage. Governments are finally listening. In this article, AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill comments on the New Brunswick government's approach to the looming labour shortage.
Friends or foes: What’s better for N.B.?
It seems New Brunswick is the only Atlantic province not fighting with Ottawa these days, but then maybe Premier Shawn Graham hasn't had any reason to. In this newspaper article, AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill cautions that a cozy relationship with Stephen Harper doesn't guarantee there won't be future conflict.
Food: Do We Import Too Much?
When the Halifax Chronicle-Herald decided to do a feature on the global food chain, it turned to AIMS. Director of Research Ian Munro wrote this piece in response to the query, "Do we import too much food?"
Border crossings seen as litmus test for council’s proposals
AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill discusses the North American Competitiveness Council's plans to facilitate trade between Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, while also maintaining safe and secure borders.
AV Group wants province to help with mill upgrades
Talk of bailing out pulp mills in New Brunswick has AIMS explaining there is a better way. Acting President Charles Cirtwill argues it is much better to foster an environment in which all types of business can thrive.
Patrons of Terror get a Free Ride
AIMS Intern in Security and Defence Policy Alex Wilner examines the ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel imposed by the UN Security Council. While an end to hostilities is always welcome, the resolution fails to identify countries supporting Hezbollah. Without identifying and restraining supporters of terror, long-term peace is unlikely.
Like it or not, Atlantica does exist, thankfully
Charles Cirtwill, AIMS acting president, explains the potential of Atlantica in his fortnightly column for the Chronicle Herald. Cirtwill points out Atlantica is not something that requires approval but rather an opportunity that can be seized to encourage economic growth and solve problems that are common to the region.
Edge to Nova Scotia: Self-sufficiency experts say Maritime neighbour has tools to reach economic freedom quicker
In this story in the Telegraph-Journal, AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill points out Nova Scotia has the edge when it comes to improving its lot compared to the other Maritime provinces.