Canadians are increasingly steering clear of US travel, with no signs of the trend slowing. Kristy Gammon, a 62-year-old from Nova Scotia, used to enjoy trips to US destinations like Lake Placid, New York, and Baltimore, Maryland, for her husband’s favorite baseball games. But those visits have stopped, and she now avoids even passing through the US on her way to Ontario.
Since President Donald Trump took office, Ms. Gammon and many Canadians have chosen to boycott the US in protest of policies they disagree with and new trade measures affecting Canada.
Data from Statistics Canada highlights this shift: October marked the 10th consecutive month of declining Canadian travel to the US. Air travel dropped nearly 24%, while car travel fell over 30% compared to last year. The US Travel Association reports a 3.2% decrease in international spending in the US, largely due to fewer Canadian visitors.
Historically, Canadians have made up about a quarter of all international tourists in the US, spending more than $20 billion annually. However, new US tariffs on Canadian goods and public statements by Trump, including controversial remarks about Canada potentially becoming the “51st state,” have strained relations and discouraged travel.
Some US destinations are trying to win Canadians back. For example, Kalispell, Montana, near Glacier National Park, offers a “Canadian Welcome Pass” featuring discounts and deals for visitors crossing the border.
Despite the decline, major upcoming events like the FIFA 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics may attract tourists from other countries and partially offset the drop in Canadian visitors.
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