Significant Decline in Canadian Visits to US Cities Amid Political Climate
Researchers find 42% drop in Canadians visiting US metro areas amid Trump 2.0
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Research from the University of Toronto indicates a 42% drop in Canadian visitors to major US metropolitan areas during the second Trump administration, surpassing official border data which reported a 25% decline. This trend is impacting economies in US border towns and major tourist destinations.
- 01Canadian visits to US metropolitan areas fell by 42%, higher than the 25% reported by border data.
- 02US border towns reliant on Canadian tourism are facing economic challenges.
- 03Major tourist destinations like Las Vegas and Walt Disney World have seen reduced Canadian traffic.
- 04The decline is attributed to immigration enforcement and tariffs imposed by the US.
- 05Return migration of Canadians living in the US may be contributing to the drop in visits.
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A recent study by researchers at the University of Toronto has revealed a 42% decline in Canadian visits to major US metropolitan areas during the second Trump administration, significantly exceeding the 25% drop indicated by official border-crossing data. This decline is affecting economies in US border towns that depend on Canadian visitors, as many Canadians reconsider traveling to the US due to immigration enforcement and tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. The research highlights notable decreases in visits to popular destinations such as Las Vegas, Walt Disney World, and winter recreation areas in Florida, which are traditionally favored by Canadian tourists. The study analyzed cell phone data from Canadian devices traveling to US metro areas between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2026, revealing that the decline also encompasses business-related travel and return migration of Canadians previously residing in the US. The findings suggest broader economic uncertainties are influencing travel preferences, particularly in high-tech and financial centers like San Francisco and Houston.
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The decline in Canadian visitors is negatively affecting local economies in US border towns, which depend heavily on cross-border tourism.
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