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Working toward an economically & socially just Nova Scotia
The Nova Scotia office of the CCPA opened its doors in 1999. We raise debate and propose progressive economic & social policy alternatives that will get us closer to achieving a more economically and socially just—as well as environmentally sustainable—province and Atlantic region.
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No magic wand to deal with health care strikes
After the recent 15-hour strike at the IWK Hospital (the first there since 1981), the Nova Scotia government is once again considering legislation to “deal…
Trenton plant needs sustainable solutions
The closure by U.S.-based Greenbrier of the TrentonWorks railcar plant is a major setback for the local economy. Company officials claim they had no choice,…
CCPA-NS Outlook
Spring 2007 Download 451.76 KB 4 pages
N.S. finances in good shape; social debt in need of payment
Trying to make sense of Nova Scotia’s finances isn’t getting any easier. The timing of the provincial budget so soon after the federal budget ensures…
Assessing Nova Scotia’s Fiscal Situation
Managing Social and Financial Debts Download 513.06 KB 16 pages
Halifax Commonwealth Games Bid
Were the costs and benefits assessed? Download 224.79 KB18 pages
Costs and benefits of Commonwealth Games were not assessed: study
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL REPORT HALIFAX— Halifax’s Commonwealth Games bid did not properly assess the potential costs and benefits of hosting the games,…
Atlantica
Myths and Reality Few Atlantic Canadians would argue against the potential benefits of improving trade with our New England neighbours. Given this, the controversy surrounding…
Atlantica concept must be put on map for public discussion
I suspect that few Atlantic Canadians would argue against the potential benefits of improving trade ties with our New England neighbours. So the controversy surrounding…
Atlantica
Myths and Reality Download 1.62 MB 44 pages Attachments Atlantica: mythes et réalité
Atlantica:
mythes et réalité Download 1.62 MB 44 pages Attachments Atlantica: mythes et réalité
Atlantica agenda would have serious detrimental effects – new CCPA study
READ THE FULL REPORT HERE. HALIFAX–The proposed Atlantica export corridor would have serious detrimental effects on Atlantic Canada, says a study released today by the…
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