Definition
Amusement, Gambling and Recreation Industries (NAICS 713)

Under this topic you will find the North American Industry Classification System definition of the Amusement, Gambling and Recreation Industries (NAICS 713) 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 operating recreation, amusement and gambling facilities and services. Examples of establishments in this subsector are golf courses, skiing facilities, marinas, recreational sports and fitness centres, bowling centres, amusement parks, amusement arcades and parlours, casinos, bingo halls, operators of video gaming terminals and operators of lotteries.

There are establishments engaged in amusement, gambling and recreation activities in combination with other activities that are classified in other sectors of NAICS. The most important are listed below.

Exclusions

• providers of sightseeing and pleasure cruises (487, Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation)
• horse race tracks (7112, Spectator Sports)
• operators of resort hotels, casino hotels, and recreation and vacation camps (721, Accommodation Services)