A New Vision for Quebec and Atlantic Canada
In this commentary, MP for Beauce Maxime Bernier explains that both Quebec and Atlantic Canada are too reliant on Ottawa for equalization payments, rendering the regions as fiscal burdens. Bernier suggests reducing this burden and freeing the entrepreneurial spirit in the region.
Future of rural schools in doubt
AIMS President Charles Cirtwill says we need to have a panic-free discussion about education without calling each other names - which is what's happening presently. The issue of declining enrolment must be addressed. Our kids need quality education.
More hydro, More profit
Heavy rains behind increase in output for NB Power - AIMS President Charles Cirtwill comments.
An eventful week in Atlantic Canada
MP for Beauce Maxime Bernier had breakfast and interesting discussion on public policy issues with a group from the Atlantic Institute of Market Studies, Atlantic Canada’s free market think tank.
Required Reading for Friday, Ferbuary 4th
Straight Talk! - Which university would you like to close?
Exclusive: Former deputy minister says province top-heavy with bureaucrats
AIMS numbers reveal bloated civil service in New Brunswick compared to other provinces
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Family Matters; the Lebanese Success Story:
In this commentary, AIMS Board member Wadih M. Fares asks, do we underestimate family and community when focusing on “economic immigration”?
Up is down, right is left in Atlantic Canada
This commentary sheds light on how the economic realities and collective self-interest shaped the public policy environment in Atlantic Canada – and how it can be harnessed to create a classical liberal environment.
The Beacon – 01 February 2011
Join Bill Black at the Halifax Club, where he will discuss demographics in Nova Scotia. Read about Canada's wireless industry, secure and green energy, and multiculturalism.