Innovation, Institutions and Territory Regional Innovation Systems in Canada |
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| Author:
| Holbrook, Adam
Wolfe, David A. |
| Series title: | Queen's Policy Studies Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-88911-891-1 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2000 |
| Publisher: | McGill-Queen's University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $32.95 |
Book Description:
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Innovation, Institutions and Territory explores the influence of regional culture and institutions on innovation in Canada. The authors begin with a discussion of conceptual issues underlying analysis of the innovation process in a regional setting and then turn to an examination of Canada's research infrastructure, a factor that strongly influences the innovative potential of regions across the country. Finally, case studies focusing on Quebec and British Columbia provide a...
More DescriptionInnovation, Institutions and Territory explores the influence of regional culture and institutions on innovation in Canada. The authors begin with a discussion of conceptual issues underlying analysis of the innovation process in a regional setting and then turn to an examination of Canada's research infrastructure, a factor that strongly influences the innovative potential of regions across the country. Finally, case studies focusing on Quebec and British Columbia provide a detailed picture of the strengths and gaps of individual regional innovation systems.