Summary
Canadians are traveling less to the United States as a protest against President Trump's policies and trade actions. The number of Canadian visitors to the US has significantly dropped, impacting international spending. This trend has contributed to a rise in domestic tourism in Canada.
Key Facts
- Canadian travel to the US has declined for ten consecutive months.
- Air travel from Canada to the US decreased by nearly 24%.
- Car travel from Canada to the US dropped by more than 30% compared to last year.
- The decline in Canadian visitors has led to a 3.2% drop in international spending in the US.
- President Trump imposed tariffs on Canadian goods, leading to tensions.
- Canadians have historically made up about a quarter of international visitors to the US.
- The US Travel Association notes Canadians spent over $20 billion in the US each year in the past.
- The decrease in US travel has boosted Canada's tourism industry, which saw record earnings from May to August 2025.
