Innovation and entrepreneurship are inseparable

They provide the machinery and the fuel for empowering and sustaining the new global economy of the 21st century

Innovation and entrepreneurship are inseparableRhodes, the modern capital city of the Greek island of the same name, is built around an historic landmark with a distinguished history. In 1988, the medieval city at the modern city’s core was designated a UNESCO world heritage site. It lays claim to being the only European medieval city in constant habitation since the…

A young hero for all to emulate

Jesse Canney's performance at the recent Special Olympics has been a catalyst for breaking down the barriers of marginalization

A young hero for all to emulateJesse Canney did New Brunswick proud. He was a competitive swimmer at the 2019 Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. He returned to New Brunswick in late March with three gold medals – in the 1,500-metres freestyle, the 800-metres freestyle and the four-by-100-metres freestyle relay. He also won…

Rhodes cultural policy is a template for Canada

The Greeks believe that supporting the arts and culture is not a luxury but an investment in human progress

Rhodes cultural policy is a template for CanadaThroughout the ages, Greece has created a significant footprint and an inspiring legacy in the arts and culture. Hardly a day goes by when we don’t recognize the foundational endowments to the modern arts and culture made by ancient Greece. Renowned Greek philosophers, architects, sculptors, poets and playwrights have left their mark for future generations.…

Internetization is globalization on steroids

An electronic empowerment has been unleashed by the information technology and communications revolution

Internetization is globalization on steroidsThe English language has traditionally embraced new words in response to the cultural evolution of civil society, in response to the production of new products and services, and to the articulation of innovative concepts in science and technology. However, English has, at times, been at a loss in expressing subtle nuances of meaning. In contrast,…

Lithuania works to break from the past, set a new course

Transitioning from a communist economy to a free-market system is no simple task

Lithuania works to break from the past, set a new courseTransition economies describes those eastern European countries that were under the grip of the Soviet Union until 1991 and subsequently moved away from a centrally-planned communist economic system toward a free-enterprise market economy. An invitation from the LCC International University in Lithuania to spend three months there as a visiting professor gave me the opportunity…

Meet the next generation of leaders in Eastern Europe

A visiting professor to Lithuania discovers a generation of bright, committed and principled students who aspire to change their world

Meet the next generation of leaders in Eastern EuropeUniversity professors have a unique, daunting and exciting responsibility. They’re tasked with educating, empowering and inspiring the next generation of leaders. And not just our next political leaders. I’m also referring to the next generation of leaders in all fields of human endeavour. In the arts and sciences, in business and technology, in agriculture and…

Don’t bury globalization, resurrect it

Globalization takes the blame for the world’s many economic and social failures. In fact, it's the mechanism that can improve life for everyone

Don’t bury globalization, resurrect itEconomic globalization faces a clear and present danger. The grumblings about the adverse consequences of globalization, the despair about not sharing in its economic benefits, and the disaffection with the global political and social tensions it has created are real. The cacophony of voices raised in anger against globalization have been getting louder every year.…

Can globalization sustain the economic tide that raises all ships?

Despite its status as an economic superpower, it is the U.S., under Donald Trump, that is shaping the narrative on the abuses of globalization

Can globalization sustain the economic tide that raises all ships?Modern globalization is creating a large number of discontents. Numerous countries feel they’ve been shortchanged over the economic benefits of globalization and free trade. This growing list includes many developing countries and, surprisingly, a few developed countries. One of the leading countries discontented with globalization is the United States. Despite its iconic status as an…

Is the future of NAFTA truly bleak?

By understanding that free-trade agreements benefit consumers, businesses and governments, this deal can be saved

Is the future of NAFTA truly bleak?Rumours about the imminent demise of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) are both premature and exaggerated. This week marks the start of another round of trade talks between the United States, Canada and Mexico. Trade negotiations are a long, painstaking, cumbersome and arduous process. It’s not uncommon for such talks to go through…

Standing on guard for human rights critical to a civil society

The New Brunswick Human Rights Commission celebrates 50 years of exemplary work, but much more can be done to allow citizens to move ahead

Standing on guard for human rights critical to a civil societyThe New Brunswick Human Rights Commission celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. It’s a appropriate time to celebrate the commission’s accomplishments and acknowledge that more can – and should – be done. Founded in 1967, it was one of the first human rights commissions in Canada. Today, every province and territory, and the federal jurisdiction…