Internet Service Providers, Web Search Portals

OVERVIEW

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing direct access to the internet or providing Internet search services to computer-held information compiled or published by others. These establishments generally provide related services, such as web hosting, web page design, electronic mail services, bulletin boards and related advice and assistance.

Web search portals generally provide additional services, such as Internet auctions, news, other limited content and serve as a home base for Internet users.

The information on the number, size and location of establishments can be used to assess the existing level of competition within the industry in your province/territory.
The table below shows the breakdown between employer and non-employer or indeterminate establishments for each province and territory as well as at the national level. For this industry, 5 of establishments are non-employers or indeterminate and 11 have one or more employees.