221 Utilities

Services publics • Subsector

Sector 22 Utilities

Parent 22 Utilities

Edition 2026 NAICS Canada

Status Active Subsector

What code 221 includes

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.

Industry groups

3 industry groups

2211 Electric power generation, transmission and distribution 6 Canadian industries → 2212 Natural gas distribution 1 Canadian industries → 2213 Water, sewage and other systems 3 Canadian industries →

Classification Hierarchy

Sector 22 — Utilities
Subsector 221 — Utilities