Dare to change the status quo
An AIMS study stating New Brunswick has the largest civil service per capita in Canada is referenced in this article about eliminating the province's structural deficit.
Highway tolls still a good idea, ex-minister says
Former NB Liberal Transportation minister says tolling the highway between Fredericton and Moncton is still a great idea to raise provincial revenue. AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill says although they were a good idea when province couldn't fund it, changing their mind one more time is ill-advised.
MP should take course in Economics 101
In this op-ed, AIMS Board Vice Chair Dianne Kelderman suggests that a local MP - and anyone who thinks exporting our workforce to Alberta is good for Nova Scotia's economy - may need a lesson in Economics 101.
Former Liberal leader Dion says elected Senate would be a mistake for country
In a talk delivered to an AIMS Luncheon Briefing, Stephane Dion expressed that he is against the idea of an elected senate.
Mind the Gap
AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill is interviewed on "the achievement gap" in education, that addresses the issue of some students in certainl demographics beyond their control falling behind in education success.
Education interview with Angus McBeath
In this interview, choice in public education is discussed. AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill and AIMS Senior Education Fellow Angus McBeath are interviewed on the Edmonton school system and the merits of choice in education.
Rick’s Rants Wednesday November 2nd/2011
A report this week by the Atlantic Institute for Market Studies recommends MLA pensions be eliminated or drastically changed.
Halifax think tank recommends axing pensions for N.S. politicians
The Atlantic Institute for Market Studies is recommending that pensions for members of the Nova Scotia legislature be eliminated or drastically transformed.
MLA Platinum Pensions: Till the end of time?
In this op-ed, AIMS Director of Research Don McIver recommends the elimination of MLA pensions or replacing them with fixed-contribution plans or an RRSP allowance.
After Hydro-Quebec, NB Power returns to its past
In this op-ed, AIMS contributor Gordon L. Weil explains how New Brunswick's provincial power policy is looking inward after Hydro-Quebec, abandoning a past emphasis on power exports and regional cooperation.