From tariffs to travel restrictions, why fewer Canadians are heading south
Mar 14, 2025
Many Canadians are becoming wary of traveling to the U.S., with declining interest partly due to tariff threats and President Trump’s negative comments about Canada. A report suggests that even a minor decrease in Canadian tourism could result in significant losses for the U.S. travel industry. Additionally, a new rule requiring Canadians who drive into the U.S. and stay longer than 30 days to register online is causing confusion, as no registration system currently exists. The Canadian government and the Canadian Snowbird Association are advising travelers to be aware of these changes.
Key takeaways
- The U.S. travel industry could lose $2.1 billion and 140,000 jobs if Canadian visits drop.
- A new rule will require Canadians driving into the U.S. for over 30 days to register online starting April 11, 2025.
- The registration process is not yet active, causing confusion among potential travelers.
- Growing tensions between the U.S. and Canada are leading some Canadians to avoid U.S. travel in protest.
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