Title

Food Safety Program Performance in Ontario

Author

Matthew Ruf, Western University

Date of Award

3-1-2014

Degree Type

Major Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration

Program

Political Science

Supervisor

Cobban, Tim

Geographical Areas

Ontario

Abstract

This paper examines the characteristics of health units in Ontario that determine a high level of performance with their food safety programs. Data was collected using a survey that was sent to all public health jurisdictions that provide food safety programs in the province. The intent of the survey was to collect information regarding a health department’s food safety program and the health department factors that may impact the program’s performance. The findings reveal that a health unit’s inspection score is significantly related to its environment and is influenced by the following variables: specialized versus generalized program delivery; an urban versus a rural environment; and autonomous versus regional or city departmental structure.

Recommended Citation

Ruf, Matthew, "Food Safety Program Performance in Ontario" (2014). MPA Major Research Papers. 126.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/126