Report proposes alternative funding model for NS universities

18-May-2012

A new report from the Atlantic Institute for Market Studies observes that now is the ideal time to test an alternative funding model for Nova Scotia universities going forward.

Nova Scotia Universities

17-May-2012

Juanita Spencer

In the face of the demographic shift, universities in Nova Scotia will deal with increased demand at a time of reduced government capacity. Juanita Spencer proposes a new funding model that will allow post-secondary institutions to be more sustainable and independent.

A community solution to Nova Scotia's dying lighthouses

16-May-2012

As the federal government moves away from maintaining Nova Scotia's old lighthouses, AIMS Communications Officer Paige MacPherson proposes communities step up and maintain them independently.

Gas regulation report can’t quiet critics

16-May-2012

A new report on gas regulation says the system has saved consumers money, but an AIMS report challenges that.

[AUDIO] Are we giving ‘have not’ provinces too many free handouts?

15-May-2012

[AUDIO] John Gormley interviews Charles Cirtwill on the coalition of think tanks putting the country’s current equalization scheme and transfer system on the agenda. Are we giving ‘have not’ provinces too many free handouts?

Federal equalization payments have unintended consequences

15-May-2012

Six Canadian non-profits and think tanks believe the accumulation of unintended consequences has become serious enough for them to join in a coalition to raise awareness of Canada's federal transfer structure.

Incidental Findings in Genomic Research

14-May-2012

Ma’n Zawati

This paper, originally published in GenEditorial (2011) 9:1 GenEdit 1, explores the balancing of competing priorities - personal health and personal liberty - a necessity if we are to realize on the promise that genome mapping offers.

No major equalization changes: PM

13-May-2012

Prime Minister Harper says he does not anticipate major changes to the federal transfer program even after it expires, but a coalition of think tanks and non-profits, including AIMS, says the equalization issue must be on the national agenda.

Stop N.B.'s fiscal insanity

12-May-2012

In this op-ed, AIMS Fellow David MacKinnon writes that as New Brunswick is at a fork in the road, and needs bold ideas and leadership to end the province's addiction to money that comes from others.

Where is N.B.'s ambition?

10-May-2012

While politicians fight over how to make EI and Equalization more effective, AIMS Fellow David MacKinnon's message to the Maritimes is highlighted in this New Brunswick Editorial: stop waiting for other provinces to bail you out.

For Immediate Release: National Coalition Launched on Transfers to Provinces

09-May-2012

AIMS is part of a new national informal coalition of not-for-profit and think tank organizations that agree the issue of federal transfers to the provinces needs to be placed firmly on the national agenda.

Maritimer becomes champion for Ontario taxpayers

09-May-2012

PEI native and AIMS Fellow in Common Sense in Confederation - The Ontario Perspective David MacKinnon has become an unlikely champion of Ontario's new sense of injustice over EI and federal transfers.

Robbing Peter to Pay...Peter?

01-May-2012

Don McIver

AIMS Senior Fellow Don McIver describes the distortions of Canada’s equalization program, highlighting that low-income federal taxpayers in “have” provinces indirectly contribute revenues that benefit high income earners in recipient provinces.

Less government, not less governments

29-Apr-2012

AIMS Senior Fellow Don McIver talks local government reform as New Brunswickers get closer to their local election dates.

A lost generation of workers?

23-Apr-2012

AIMS Senior Fellow Don McIver argues that workers in Newfoundland and Labrador deserve better than the current equalization structure allows.

Farmer resists EI plan for local workers

21-Apr-2012

AIMS Director of Research Don McIver comments on EI changes suggested by Ottawa, that may require people to take local jobs now filled by foreign labourers.

Home of the brave?

20-Apr-2012

John Risley

AIMS Board Chair John Risley asks the bold question: are Canadians brave enough to allow our First Nations to be a truly independent community within Canada?

Insights from Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney

17-Apr-2012

Join AIMS for a special luncheon featuring insights from Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney, June 21st at the Cunard Centre.

Edmonton Public Schools - Strengthening Student and Parent Choice and Accountability for Results

12-Apr-2012

Angus McBeath, AIMS Fellow in Public Education Reform: Edmonton Public Schools - Strengthening Student and Parent Choice and Accountability for Results

P.E.I. a leader in economic growth, says TD

11-Apr-2012

As TD places PEI in the top three provinces for economic growth in 2012, AIMS President Charles Cirtwill is concerned about the short-term nature of the economic drivers.

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