February 2012
Realtor, hotelier among N.S. businesses facing fast-rising assessments
As property assessment appeals are being reviewed in Nova Scotia, AIMS President and CEO Charles Cirtwill says an increased property assessment does not have to result in a higher tax bill.
The Post-Secondary Education Bubble:
Amidst a flurry of calls for decreased tuition and more accessible post-secondary education, AIMS Research Intern Andreas Korfmann considers the effects these policies have on value in the education system.
Perspectives, Perceptions and Priorities:
AIMS Director of Research Don McIver shares his thoughts on the future of aquaculture in Nova Scotia, from the perspective of a macroeconomist.
January 2012
Budget Season
Bill Black of New Start Nova Scotia offers his thoughts on what are the most important issues that need to be addressed in the Nova Scotia budget.
JobFile: Minimum wage increase
AIMS Research Intern Andreas Korfmann says minimum wage increases can hurt rather than help small businesses, young people, unskilled workers and low-income families.
OF INTEREST: The Sky Has Limits
This report by the Society for Quality Education gives a review of virtual education, ultimately finding that despite the advantages of introducing online and e-learning programs in the public education system, there are barriers to its growth and expansion.