When the New Brunswick government cut another multi-million dollar cheque for textile mills in north New Brunswick, AIMS acting president Charles Cirtwill was quick to point out that such bail-outs are not a good idea.
This article examines the HST ten years later. A study shows it was a boon for business. AIMS acting president Charles Cirtwill explains that it also shows how tweaking the tax system can have substantial benefits to the economy.
There can be no half measures. Guest Commentary from New Brunswick business leader on the provincial government's self-sufficiency plan.
From hot topics like Equalization and Atlantica to insightful events on inter-provincial trade agreements, this issue of The Beacon covers all the ground necessary to get you up to speed on public policy research and debate.
Tax freedom day could be getting later and later in the year for New Brunswickers. In this article from the Telegraph Journal, AIMS points out that tax freedom day will likely be later next year in New Brunswick.
The sale of NB Power could be a good thing for NB taxpayers. AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill says such a sale would not interfere the province's plan for self-sfficiency. And AIMS author Gordon Weil explains that while the government may not be shopping the utility, an unsolicited offer may emerge.
AIMS cutting edge research on demographic trends and implications of the Atlantic Canadian labour shortage is featured in this Globe and Mail article. AIMS Director of Research Ian Munro points out that as the workforce shrinks the region will struggle to have an adequate tax base to provide the necessary public services.
Newfoundland and Labrador would see increased investment if provincial leaders worked to negotiate with business leaders rather than set inflexible terms. This article from the Globe and Mail features analysis from AIMS acting President on factors that discourage business from investing in the province.
Atlantic Canadians have indicated frustration with the federal government but AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill says they should not look to an equal number of Senators for each province as a solution.
Lower taxes and tax credits on capital investments are a better way to help stem the rising tide of mill closures in New Brunswick’s forestry sector. In this article from the Telegraph Journal, AIMS explains that government should also look to help workers transition to sustainable industries suffering labour shortages where their skills and experience would be readily employed.