August 2015
Radio: Economy vs. Environment
Canada's energy sector has maintained this country inside the lines of economic prosperity at a time when the rest of the world has suffered through a severe economic crisis. Our policies need [...]
Radio: Money Does Buy Happiness
There's an old saying that "money can't buy happiness"- this is true, to some extent. Plenty of rich people are sad and many poor people are happy. However, considerable data shows that [...]
Checking the Math on Childcare
In his report, Checking the Math on Childcare, commissioned by the Atlantic Institute for Market Studies (AIMS), Ian Munro cautions Canadians about promises for a federal childcare program.
Health Care Reform Needs Public Citizens’ voice
AIMS’ authors Collins, Zitner, and Navarro-Genie argue that the way forward for meaningful healthcare reform will have to involve greater public participation.
Rural Internet access: Broadband co-ops are the way to go
Eastlink, a regional telecommunications company in Nova Scotia, has drawn sharp criticism from customers, local governments and the province for its decision to cap rural Internet packages at 15 GB/month in order to ensure equitable service for “basic Internet needs like e-mail, general web browsing, and social media.”
It’s 2015, so why can’t I email my doctor yet?
By: Dianne Kelderman and Dr. David Zitner