Halifax Port to be ‘back door to Asia’
A new report from the Asian-Pacific Foundation of Canada says Halifax is "set to become Canada's back door to Asia." The conclusion mirrors research published by the Atlantic Institute for Market Studies. This article in The National Post explains how congestion on the west coast will help traffic on the east.
In the catbird’s seat: Manitoba sitting pretty in equalization sweepstakes
AIMS Special Equalization Series has gained attention across the country, including in this column in the Winnipeg Free-Press. The author provides some advice for Premier Gary Doer, but also points out some of the excesses of equalization as highlighted in the AIMS series.
Buy less gas, begs oil exec
AIMS' "Fuel for Thought" Breakfast Briefing generated a lot of attention for energy conservation. The surprise to many was that the person delivering the message represents the Canadian Petroleum Products Institute.
Conserve more energy
AIMS' "Fuel for Thought" Breakfast Briefing with Carol Montreuil, VP of the Canadian Petroleum Products Institute, attracted media attention from around the region. For many reporters, the message was a surprising one, use less fuel.
High prices will lead to conservation
AIMS' "Fuel for Thought" Breakfast Briefing generated debate in New Brunswick about how best to encourage energy conservation. While NB's Opposition Leader says the way to go is tax incentives, AIMS president Brian Lee Crowley points out it is a person's wallet that will change behaviour.
Fuel for Thought:
A Breakfast Briefing with Carol Montreuil