Definition
Mining and Quarrying (except Oil and Gas) (NAICS 212)

Under this topic you will find the North American Industry Classification System definition of the Mining and Quarrying (except Oil and Gas) (NAICS 212) subsector. You can use this definition to properly identify the segment of the industry you wish to study further in other sections of Canadian Industry Statistics.

Definition of the Subsector

This subsector comprises establishments primarily engaged in mining, beneficiating or otherwise preparing metallic and non-metallic minerals, including coal.

Exclusions

Establishments primarily engaged in:

• providing support services, on a contract or fee basis, required for the mining and quarrying of minerals (21311, Support Activities for Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction)