Is the time right for another NS container port?
The announcement of a new container port in Nova Scotia at Melford was greeted with enthusiasm in Guysborough County, however, it may be an idea before its time.
Canada’s Place in the World
It's said that the quality of life in Canada has slipped, this Commentary points the way back to the top.
Toward sustainable rural schools
In this article, AIMS Director of Education Policy Robert Laurie examines the plight of rural schools. The discussion often centres around keeping rural communities viable and not sacrificing children's education. He argues parents and community leaders have to be willing to take control of their school so they can respond in an efficient and timely manner.
Unfinished Business
This, the first paper in the Atlantica Ports series, shows trade barriers remain, despite NAFTA. Authors Dr. Mary Brooks and Stephen Kymlicka analyze the impact of non-tarriff barriers and inequalities in the transportation sector on trade and provide some recommendations.
Coming up short
AIMS paper shows trade barriers remain, despite NAFTA
What’s the score in Nova Scotia? Students’ test marks don’t seem to add up correctly
AIMS Senior Policy Analyst Bobby O’Keefe is featured in this National Post article that covers the Commentary: The Numbers Don’t Add Up. O’Keefe points out that the province would better serve students if it marked provincial math exams centrally and reported the data at the school level.