This graph shows that energy and mineral and metal products represent a large share of port activity in Canada. In particular, metallurgical coal, and iron ores and concentrates were major contributors to total international cargo handled by Canadian ports in 2010.
| Commodity | Share |
|---|---|
| Coal | 17.6% |
| Iron ores and concentrates | 15.8% |
| Crude petroleum | 10.8% |
| Wheat | 7.5% |
| Fuel oils | 5.2% |
| Stone sand, gravel and crushed stone | 3.3% |
| Other commodities | 39.7% |
| Total | 100% |