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Canadian Industry Statistics (CIS)

Definition
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing (NAICS 53)

Under this topic you will find the North American Industry Classification System definition of the Real Estate and Rental and Leasing (NAICS 53) sector. 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 Sector

This sector comprises establishments primarily engaged in renting, leasing or otherwise allowing the use of tangible or intangible assets. Establishments primarily engaged in managing real estate for others; selling, renting and/or buying of real estate for others; and appraising real estate, are also included.


Exclusions

No exclusions are specified in the 2007 NAICS Canada manual.