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Definition
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
(NAICS 11)

The industries on this site are classified according to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) of 2002. Statistics Canada maintains this standard classification which has superseded the 1980 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) previously used.

This section outlines NAICS Canada 2002 with respect to the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting sector. It defines the activities specifically excluded, as well as its position in the NAICS hierarchy.

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Definition of the Sector

This sector comprises establishments primarily engaged in growing crops, raising animals, harvesting timber, harvesting fish and other animals from their natural habitats and providing related support activities.

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Exclusions

Establishments primarily engaged in the following activities are excluded:

• agricultural research
• supplying veterinary services.

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Position in NAICS Hierarchy