Step 1: Linking products between the CSA and TSA

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Linking products from the Culture Satellite Account (CSA) and the Tourism Satellite Account (TSA) is straightforward because both accounts are based on the same classifications.

Of the 470 products contained in the Supply and Use Product Classification (SUPC), there are 71 products defined as either fully or partially culture or sport, based on the CSA. Of these 71 products, 14 have some tourism spending according to the TSA.

Further to identifying these products that are found in both the CSA and TSA, analysis was done to ensure that the products had the same meaning in both accounts. For example, while MPS812A09 Personal care services is found in both accounts, it does not represent the same product. In the CSA this product represents photo finishing services, while in the TSA it represents hair care services. These definitions are determined by looking at the industries in which these products are produced and taken as either culture or tourism. Following this analysis it was determined that a total of 12 products linked between the two accounts.

A complete list of products that have a true link between the CSA and TSA can be found in the table below.