The devil was, indeed, in the details
When the deal to sell NB Power to Hydro Quebec fell through, the Telegraph Journal called AIMS President & CEO Charles Cirtwill to provide an opinion piece.
Opponents of NB Power deal back long-term energy contracts
The Weil analysis of the sale of NB Power, published by AIMS, continues to drive the discussion around the proposed deal. Weil was one of the speakers at an "options" conference organized by a group opposed to the sale.
The Beacon – 24 February 2010
This Beacon has AIMS latest public policy magazine Ideas Matter.
John Risley appointed Chair of AIMS Board of Directors
Halifax – The Atlantic Institute for Market Studies (AIMS) today announced the appointment of well-known Canadian entrepreneur John Risley as the new chair of its Board of Directors. Risley, co-founder and chairman of Clearwater Fine Foods, takes over from John F. Irving who stepped down earlier this year.Risley admits he doesn’t take on such voluntary [...]
The Beacon — 11 March 2010
Take in AIMS' event with Tom Flanagan, author of "Beyond the Indian Act".
The Beacon – 18 March 2010
AIMS new chair explains the importance of public policy, read how our education dollars are really being spent, and look at a third option for health care.
Few surprises contained in advisory panel’s report
AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill explains the value of a panel review of the sale of NB assets to Hydro Quebec. He says it can help the discussion by laying out the advantages and concerns.
N.S. premier happy with changes to deal with Hydro-Quebec
AIMS President & CEO is asked to comment on changes to the proposal to sell NB Power to Hydro Quebec. He points out that while the transmission lines will stay with NB Power, transmission capacity hasn't changed.
Independent panel unveils NB Power report today
AIMS President & CEO Charles Cirtwill explains why continued analysis of the proposed sale of NB POwer assets to Hydro Quebec is important, including the government panel review.
Danny Williams still upset over NB Power deal
In this article in the Globe and Mail, AIMS author Gordon Weil explains that any deal to sell any part of NB POwer to Hydro Quebec will undergo serious review by US regulators.