An Atlantica conference in Halifax, organized by the Atlantic Provinces Chambers of Commerce, is attracting a lot of attention from anti-Atlantica groups. The first scheduled event for one of the groups was a protest outside the AIMS' office. AIMS acting President Charles Cirtwill used the media coverage to correct the group's misinformation about Atlantica.
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.
Atlantica is gaining steam on both sides of border. The selection of American businessman Jonathan Daniels as chair of the Atlantic Provinces Chambers of Commerce confirms that growing interest. This article from the Globe and Mail, featuring comments from AIMS acting president, discusses some of the goals for Atlantica moving forward.
New Brunswick’s strong economy is reflected in higher employment numbers says AIMS in this article from the Daily Gleaner. Jobs lost from businesses closing in certain sectors will be partially offset by growth in other sectors.
Atlantica can make a difference on social issues. AIMS focus on public policy for the region is reflected in comments by Elizabeth Beale, president and CEO of APEC.
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.
Sweeping changes to the health care system in Quebec, led by CHCCG signatory Claude Castonguay, could send a shockwave through provincial systems across the nation. Toronto Star columnist Chantal Hébert examines how a commission under Castonguay’s direction will have national impact.
The Nova Scotia government is taking advice long offered in AIMS' work. This article from the Halifax Daily News explains that provincial math exams for grade three students will be centrally marked, results released at the school level and made available to the public. A measure AIMS has demanded for years.
New Brunswick issued its education policy and media from around the province knocked on AIMS' door for analysis. Even newspaper columnists were using AIMS' comments.