As the U.S. continues to wage a global trade war, worsened exchange rates and ruptured economic ties have provided enough reason for some Ontarians to stay north of the border indefinitely.
Beyond the economy, some Canadians have reportedly been held in American detention facilities after crossing the border, likely only amplifying the fears of U.S.-bound travellers.
A recent report from Time magazine projects that foreign visitors to the U.S. will spend $9 billion less this year than in 2024. Bloomberg reported European tourists are now avoiding the States altogether.
While the headlines bring unwelcome news to the American tourism industry, members of the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) aren’t as…