Tax-free zones possible for northern ports
As the NB government considers tax free zones, this article points out that it is a policy considered in a recent AIMS study.
‘We’re not going to build it’
The proposed sale of NB Power to Hydro Quebec has Newfoundland and Nova Scotia talking about a subsea transmission line to the New England market. In this article, AIMS President & CEO explains that it may just be too costly for private investors to get a quick return on their money, and too much for the public purse.
Interim report card provides a glimpse at Sask. schools
This article in the Leader-Post provides details of AIMS' Interim Report Card for Western Canadian High Schools, and promotes the release of the independently produced final report by the fall.
N.B. company wants to upgrade power grid
A proposal for a regional transmission system for electricity takes the headlines in the midst of discussion about the sale of NB POwer assets to Hydro Quebec. AIMS President Charles Cirtwill explains the regional system is worth consideration with or without the NB Power deal.
Report: pact cuts risk
As Atlantic Canadians continue to discuss the proposed sale of NB Power to Quebec Hydro, more and more are turning to AIMS for answers. This story in an NB newspaper is based on AIMS' release of a response to its Gordon Weil analysis of the MOU.
Province refuses to rank schools
Our Interim Report Card for Western Canadian High Schools continues to make headlines, particularly in Manitoba where education authorities refuse to make public student performance information.
Change of direction grips N.B. Power
The deal to sell NB Power assets to Hydro Quebec make news in The Globe and Mail, and again AIMS analysis of the deal is highlighted.
Conversation needs rebalancing
In this op/ed, AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill shares his thoughts on balancing the Nova Scotia budget. He says a balanced discussion is needed that includes tax cuts and increases, program cuts and program improvements. It's worth consideration by all governments, not just Nova Scotia.
Few surprises contained in advisory panel’s report
AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill explains the value of a panel review of the sale of NB assets to Hydro Quebec. He says it can help the discussion by laying out the advantages and concerns.
Status quo ‘not an option’
AIMS President & CEO explains why the status quo on NB Power is an expensive option for both ratepayers and taxpayers.