The Beacon – 9 February 2012
An Economist's View on the Aquaculture Industry, Budget Season in Nova Scotia, The Post-Secondary Education Bubble, a report that looks at Online Learning in K-12 Public Education in Canada, AIMS in the Media, and a reminder of the importance of private charity and compassion.
Maritimes growing, rural areas shrinking: census
New census findings show growth in every Atlantic province. Don McIver notes that while many think of Canada as a "rural wonderland," more than two-thirds of our population live in metropolitan areas.
Job opportunities bring more people west of Ontario
As Canadians move from east to west, Don McIver points out that young people are moving from rural to urban areas to find jobs.
Halifax grows, Cape Breton shrinks
The new Canadian census results show population movement from rural to urban areas. AIMS Director of Research Don McIver says federal and regional development programs are doing little to reverse this trend.
Canada’s census shows people moving west
AIMS Director of Research Don McIver comments on the trends in the Canadian census and what the findings mean for Atlantic Canada.
Census 2011 makes history: population in the West surpasses that in the East
For the first time, the population in Western Canada has surpassed that in Eastern Canada. Don McIver comments on the trends in Atlantic Canada and warns against regional development efforts.
Realtor, hotelier among N.S. businesses facing fast-rising assessments
As property assessment appeals are being reviewed in Nova Scotia, AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill says an increased property assessment does not have to result in a higher tax bill.
The Post-Secondary Education Bubble:
Amidst a flurry of calls for decreased tuition and more accessible post-secondary education, AIMS Research Intern Andreas Korfmann considers the effects these policies have on value in the education system.
Perspectives, Perceptions and Priorities:
AIMS Director of Research Don McIver shares his thoughts on the future of aquaculture in Nova Scotia, from the perspective of a macroeconomist.
Budget Season
Bill Black of New Start Nova Scotia offers his thoughts on what are the most important issues that need to be addressed in the Nova Scotia budget.