Competing for the Bronze: Innovation Performance in the Canadian Food Industry

The innovation performance of Canada’s food industry has direct consequences for the health and well-being of Canadians, as well as for the economy and society. Competing for the Bronze: Innovation Performance in the Canadian Food Industry examines food innovation performance, identifies opportunities for further innovation, and considers the barriers to improvement. It assesses the contribution that food innovation makes to the competitiveness and economic growth of the industry, the extent to which the industry is performing below potential, and the challenges that businesses face when they innovate. Additionally, the report explores how food innovation contributes to broader social and economic objectives, such as the health and safety of food. Several potential solutions, which could improve food businesses’ innovation performance and enhance their domestic and global competitiveness, are also examined.