Social science research in provincial parks can be divided into the following two categories: research conducted by Ontario Parks and research conducted by other agencies. Staff from the Planning and Research section of Ontario Parks have conducted the Park User Survey since 1974. The goal of the Park User Survey is to provide information about campers, day visitors and interior users for a variety of planning, operational and management functions. In addition, each year researchers from other agencies such as universities conduct social science research in provincial parks. Researchers must submit An Application to Conduct Research and receive approval.