Hill Strategies Research has a strong track record of top-notch research in the arts. We have developed extensive contacts in the arts, in-depth knowledge of sources of arts research information, and a strong understanding of issues faced by the arts community.

Between the company’s founding in 2002 and March 2010, Hill Strategies Research prepared 178 reports and presentations on the arts and culture. This experience has given Hill Strategies Research an unparalleled knowledge of the Canadian arts sector and arts-related statistics. These projects have also helped establish Hill Strategies’ reputation for insightful and engaging writing on useful and important arts topics.

Hill Strategies’ experience includes:

• numerous bilingual arts research projects
• effective communication with the public, the media, our subscriber base and funders
• knowledge of sources of research and statistical information on the arts
• identifying gaps in existing arts research, examining reports from other sectors for research ideas and conceiving of relevant research topics
• rigorous and appropriate statistical research methodology
• the synthesis of complex information into clear reports to ensure that they are accessible to those who are not experts in statistics and economics
• efficient work habits
• creative and innovative thinking (we are always looking for new ways to serve our clientele)

Our company's experience has allowed us to develop an exceptional understanding of arts sectors and the contribution of the arts to Canadian society. Our experience includes qualitative and quantitative research into various arts disciplines, including:

• dance
• festivals
• media arts
• music
• publishing, reading and writing
• theatre
• visual arts

Our arts research work has allowed us to work for and with an outstanding range of clients.

Please see the Resources section of our website for more information on our research reports.