Definition
Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction
(NAICS 21)
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Canada maintains this standard classification which has superseded the 1980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
Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction sector.
It defines the activities specifically excluded, as well as its position in the
NAICS hierarchy.
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This sector comprises establishments primarily engaged in extracting naturally occurring minerals. These can be solids, such as coal and ores; liquids, such as crude petroleum; and gases, such as natural gas. The term mining is used in the broad sense to include quarrying, well operations, milling (for example, crushing, screening, washing, or flotation) and other preparation customarily done at the mine site, or as a part of mining activity. Establishments engaged in exploration for minerals, development of mineral properties and mining operations are included in this sector. Establishments performing similar activities, on a contract or fee basis, are also included.
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No exclusions are specified in the 2002 NAICS Canada manual.
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Position in NAICS Hierarchy |
Canada's Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction (NAICS 21) sector is comprised of the following subsectors :
- Oil and Gas Extraction (NAICS 211)
- Mining (except Oil and Gas) (NAICS 212)
- Support Activities for Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction (NAICS 213)
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