N.B. lags in labour productivity growth: report
New Brunswick is the runner up for slowest labour productivity growth in the country. AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill says the "sacred cows" of regionally differentiated unemployment and equalization transfers for slowing the province down.
New era powers up at Trenton complex
The Nova Scotia government got into the steel fabrication business when they reopened the former TrentonWorks railcar manufacturing plant. AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill wonders why, if this is such a good investment, couldn’t they get this money in the private marketplace.
Better results, less mediocrity
AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill is critical of special interest groups that constantly demand more money be spent on education. What's more important is how taxpayers' money is spent.
The Next Great Debate
In this commentary, AIMS Board Chair John Risley suggests the first in a series of ideas to create something that Atlantic Canada can be known for internationally.
Killing us softly with your love
As new members of parliament begin familiarizing themselves with key economic and social issues, AIMS Director of Research Don McIver takes the time to review some of the more perverse consequences of existing strategies.
Openness and transparency
The notion that ours is the "most open, honest and accountable Canadian Government ever" is questioned when AIMS well-researched reports on education and healthcare reveal otherwise.
Big spender, poor results
New Brunswick spends more on individual students than neighbouring provinces, but test scores remain low. AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill explains that how much you spend on education isn't as relevant as what you spend it on.
Healthy Conversation
In this commentary, Bill Black of New Start Nova Scotia addresses the challenges facing the Canadian healthcare system and the unsustainable maintenance of the status quo. He suggests changes that can improve the quality and cost of healthcare for all Canadians.
Possible federal initiative without the price tag
In this commentary, Stewart Kronberg of Glencott Associates makes the argument that with the new majority government, Canada is overdue for a groundbreaking initiative. He discusses an initiative that could be implemented in the face of severe fiscal constraints.
Two-tiered minimum wage vital: advocate
As New Brunswick considers a two-tier minimum wage system, Morley Gunderson, an expert in labour economics and Atlantic Institute for Market Studies author says there is a correlation between lower youth employment levels and a higher minimum wage.