The Fraser Institute estimates of federal-provincial transfers are overstated
The government of Canada provides Equalization payments to provinces that are less prosperous than the average. These payments are an important aspect of federalism. The federal income tax rates apply equally to people in every province. Read More »
Posted February 20, 2026
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Making good use of wind
EverWind is a company advancing an ambitious green energy project that can be a wonderful addition to Nova Scotia’s economy. The company has committed to a wide array of wind turbine installations, which will support exportation of emissions-free fuel for electricity. The risk to worry about is political.
Posted December 19, 2025
Beware of Governments Announcing Bold Expensive Projects
Have you had a good look at your electricity bill lately? Some of the power you are paying, for now, will not be received for 35 years.
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Posted August 28, 2020
Carney must avoid Trudeau’s wedge politics
“The Minister’s remarks were completely inappropriate. When we were elected it was to be the government of every part of the country regardless of how they voted. We will be appointing a new Minster in the coming week.”
Posted April 17, 2025
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The Conservatives need a wider tent
Prospects for the next election are viewed very differently by the various players. Read More »
Posted November 21, 2025
Nova Scotia has enough places to buy alcohol
The Convenience Industry Council of Canada has been on a campaign to have more provinces allow convenience stores to sell alcoholic beverages. They had success a year ago in Ontario. The Houston government is not rushing to make a decision.
Posted October 17, 2025
Rapid growth has been good for Nova Scotia
After three years of fiscal surpluses Nova Scotia is projecting a $1.29 billion deficit for the year ending March 31, 2026, more than double the combined surpluses in the previous three fiscal years. Resuming strong population growth must be part of the solution.
Posted January 9, 2026
The province is facing tough choices for universities
Nova Scotia’s universities and community colleges are wonderful assets. They provide diverse learning opportunities to Nova Scotian students and many students from other provinces and countries. We import far more students than we export.
Posted April 11, 2025
The Teachers’ Plan Deficit Needs to be Addressed
The government and the Nova Scotia Teachers Union are doing a disservice to taxpayers and today’s teachers, who are paying for the inadequacy of past contributions by and for the teachers that retired long ago.
In contrast, the public-sector pension plans for civil service and health care workers are well-funded and can be expected to keep their promises to pensioners over the long term.
Posted May 18, 2018
Housing affordability and traffic congestion dominate Halifax’s election
Haligonians will vote for their municipal representatives on October 19, with early voting opportunities available beginning on October 8th.
Posted October 4, 2024