Variant of NAICS 1997 - Labour Force Survey (LFS) Industries

221 - Utilities

This subsector comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating electric, gas and water utilities. These establishments generate, transmit, control and distribute electric power; distribute natural gas; treat and distribute water; operate sewer systems and sewage treatment facilities; and provide related services, generally through a permanent infrastructure of lines, pipes and treatment and processing facilities.

2211 - Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution

This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in the generation of bulk electric power, transmission from generating facilities to distribution centres, and/or distribution to end users.

2212 - Natural Gas Distribution

This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in the distribution of natural or synthetic gas to the ultimate consumers through a system of mains. Gas marketers or brokers, that arrange the sale of natural gas over distribution systems operated by others, are included.

2213 - Water, Sewage and Other Systems

This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating water, sewage and related systems.

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