WD: A Catalyst for Innovation in Western Canada

Table of Contents (March 2003)

Executive Summary

Definitions and Acronymns

1. Introduction
   1. Innovation and Western Economic Diversification Canada
   2. Purpose of Study
   3. Method of Study
   4. Structure of the Report
      
2. Innovation and Economic Development
   1. The Importance of Innovation
   2. The Environment for Innovation in Western Canada
      
3. The Role of WD in Supporting Innovation
   1. Evolution in the Approach to Innovation
   2. Characteristics of the Assistance Provided By WD
   3. The Perceived Role, Effectiveness and Visibility of WD
      
4. Impacts and Effects
   1. Intended Impacts and Effects
   2. Impacts of Systemic Projects
   3. Impacts on Innovation Companies
   4. Impacts on Cluster Development
      
5. Summary of Findings and Conclusions
   1. Innovation in Western Canada
   2. The Role of WD in Promoting Innovation
   3. The Effectiveness of WD in Promoting Innovation
   4. Illustration of the Impacts to Date