The document discusses creativity policy and programs in Tampere, Finland. It notes that Tampere has successfully transformed its economy from one focused on scale to one focused on scope, now with strengths in mechanical engineering, automation, ICT, and wireless. Emerging areas include healthcare technology and creative industries. The Creative Tampere Programme was launched in 2006 with €7.2 million in seed funding from the city, and has since generated over €100 million for the local economy through over 100 projects and 200 new companies. The program focuses on developing creative industries, innovations, and making Tampere an attractive city. It also plans to establish a center for creative industries in an old sock factory to provide space for collaboration across different