Students’ Solutions Aims to Solve State’s Brain Drain
One of the many trends that states and provinces in the Atlantica region share in common is the exodus of its young people who leave seeking opportunities elsewhere; taking their skills with them. New initiatives are currently underway in New Hampshire that target making the state more attractive to retain its young.
New Hampshire and Quebec Push Business Cooperation
A recent meeting between the Quebec and New Hampshire Chambers of Commerce stressed the common North-South ties that bind these regions together in spite of a political border.
The Beacon – 22 May 2008
In this edition of The Beacon, AIMS releases the first step in its new Municipal Report Card project.
AIMS report showing Sackville residents have highest tax burden in N.B.
This report in the Sackville Tribune Post explains why Sackville residents appear to have the highest municipal tax burden in New Brunswick.
Higher sales tax a tough sell with voters, say proponents
Former Liberal New Brunswick Premier Frank McKenna is talking a familiar line for AIMS. In a speech to a Halifax audience, McKenna called for major tax reform including cuts to personal and corporate income taxes, while increasing sales tax. AIMS Executive Vice President Charles Cirtwill says it's the only way for the region to remain competitive.
Natural Gas Distributor Reveals Expansion Plans
More natural gas from offshore Nova Scotia may soon be headed to the Northeastern United States. Maritimes and Northeast Pipelines have announced plans to increase its pipeline capacity to move natural gas from the Deep Panuke project to market in the U.S.