In a globalizing, knowledge-based economy, innovation and creative capacity lead to economic prosperity. Starting in 2006, the Innovation Systems Research Network began a six year-long study on how city-regions in Canada were surviving and thriving in a globalized world. That study resulted in the "Innovation, Creativity, and Governance in Canadian City-Regions" series, which examines the impact of innovation, talent, and institutions on sixteen city-regions across Canada. This volume explores how the social dynamics that influence innovation and knowledge flows in Canadian city-regions contribute to transformation and long-term growth.

With case studies examining cities of all sizes, from Toronto to Moncton, Innovating in Urban Economies analyzes the impact of size, location, and the regional economy on innovation and knowledge in Canada's cities.

"An exciting collection of essays on what drives change in contemporary city-regions. Rich in examples, Innovating in Urban Economies will be of great interest for those concerned with innovation, creativity, culture, and diversity in Canada and beyond." -- Andres Rodriguez-Pose, Professor of Economic Geography, London School of Economics "This volume provides a travelogue of the developmental pathways of cities, offering detailed examples of a range of urban settings. Innovating in Urban Economies is full of valuable insights into the dynamics of regional economic evolution and the role of public policy in fostering innovation." -- Maryann Feldman, Department of Public Policy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

About the Author
David A. Wolfe is a professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Toronto Mississauga and co-director of the Innovation Policy Lab at the Munk School of Global Affairs. He was National Coordinator of the Innovation Systems Research Network.

Reviews

'The volume's empirical richness alone makes it worth recommending and the book will prove a valuable resource for those looking to study, understand, and theorize the future of innovation and resiliency in urbanized knowledge economies.'

-- Jean-Paul D. Addie * Urban Studies vol 52: August 2015 *

'Innovating is a great group of case studies written by some great Canadian experts. Anyone interested in innovation should keep it handy.'

-- Bradley Keelor * Science and Public Policy November 2015 *

'David Wolfe delivers a masterful collection of essays that investigate various components of urban innovation and economics... This volume could very well offer findings to aid academics and policy makers to better understand economic structures and outcomes.'

-- David Karas * Journal of Urban Affairs vol 39:02:2017 *



Book Information
ISBN 9781442614765
Author David A. Wolfe
Format Paperback
Page Count 392
Imprint University of Toronto Press
Publisher University of Toronto Press
Weight(grams) 580g
Dimensions(mm) 231mm * 152mm * 23mm