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AIMS is an independent, non-partisan social and economic public policy think tank based in Halifax, NS. It examines such crucial issues as public education, health care, public finances, equalization, natural resources, Atlantica and demographics.

OF INTEREST:

Free Public Information Session

Human Rights and Education
in Nova Scotia

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Date: Thursday, March 8th, 2012

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Bridgeway Academy

                    3 Valleyford Avenue

                    Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

                    B2X 1W8

 

During this presentation, members of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission will cover the Commission's work, rights and responsibilities, complaints filing and dispute resolution processes. 

 

Attendees are invited to ask questions.

 

This session is open to members of the public. 
For more information, please contact
Bridgeway at 902-465-4800.

 

 The 99% Solution

How globalization makes everyone's income a little more equal

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The "Occupation" campaign heightened awareness about income distribution in developed economies around the world. In their view, the perceived hyper-wealth of the top 1% contrasts starkly with the economic deterioration of those who claim "we are the 99%."

 

In The 99% Solution, AIMS Director of Research Don McIver recognizes that 'market' incomes in countries like the US and Canada have indeed been skewed in favour of high income earners. But he argues that a better measure looks at the distribution of disposable incomes after adjustment for tax progressivity and government transfers.

 

Even as 'globalization' is socially vilified for its apparent contribution to rising national income disparities, it is substantially narrowing the income spread between countries - so the same economic forces that stimulate wealth generation in advanced countries also foster a more equitable income share in developing countries.  

 

Click here to read the full paper.

Atlantica
Unlocking the potential of the International Northeast Economic Region; it's not just about trade anymore.

Education
Real Education Reform: AIMS is an independent voice on public education research and reform.

Energy
Whether it is electricity, or oil & gas, there is extensive research on energy policy.

Equalization
AIMS groundbreaking work on equalization changed the way people in Canada think about regional economics.

Fisheries & Aquaculture
This research examines some of the latest policy issues facing the traditional fishery and the upstart aquaculture industry.

Healthcare
Research offering real solutions that result in better health care for Canadians.

History of Economic Thought
Think tanks help people see why some policy ideas are good and work, while others, no matter how good they may sound, don't and can't work.

Labour
AIMS extensive research on the demographic shift provides insight of the labour shortage and policy changes that can lift the burden for our aging population.

Pharmaceuticals
Access to drugs, barriers to R&D, global trade impacts and much more in this research on the prescription drug industry.

Public Finances
From tax reform, to fiscal responsibility, to balanced budgets, AIMS kibrary examines the fiscal policies that can make a difference to your life.

Regional Development
AIMS built its strong reputation as a leading voice for the examination of the effects of government subsidies, regional development schemes and other disincentives to growth.

Regulatory Reform
Government regulation in the age of the Internet, globalization and consumer empowerment.

Security & Defence
AIMS research related to public policy on security and defence matters in today's post 9/11 world.

Social Programs
Showing the choices that can promote the greatest social and economic development for those at the bottom of the income scale as well as the economy as a whole.

Urban Affairs & Local Government
Transparency and accountability are just some of the topics caovered by AIMS in our research on municipal government.

 

 

Latest Publications
The 99% Solution
How globalization makes everyone's income a little more equal
The Post-Secondary Education Bubble: The Problem with Post-Secondary Education; Subsidies, Debt & Income
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.
OF INTEREST: The Sky Has Limits
Online Learning in K-12 Public Education in Canada
Perspectives, Perceptions and Priorities: An Economist’s view on the Aquaculture industry
AIMS Director of Research Don McIver shares his thoughts on the future of aquaculture in Nova Scotia, from the perspective of a macroeconomist.
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‘Whether it’s schools or city hall, it’s about openness and accountability. Here are the direct links to our ground-breaking research on school report cards, municipal performance, and gas price regulation.

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