I'm not sure the last time you visited Barbados, or when you went to a Canadian multinational business there. I have gone to more than a few. I have talked to many employees. I've talked to many Canadian employees who have moved to Barbados and are active in accounting, legal services, and so on. This description of it being an empty shell...I'm not sure that's accurate.
On June 14th, 2007. See this statement in context.