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Canadians, stung by Trump's tariffs and rhetoric, balk at US travel


Published on 2025-03-12 11:21:17 - Reuters
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  • Right on the U.S.-Canadian border, Corey Fram's tourism marketing job has gotten a lot harder of late. Fram is director of the 1000 Islands International Tourism Council, which promotes a nature destination with castles,

The article from MSN discusses how Canadian attitudes towards travel to the U.S. have shifted due to former President Donald Trump's policies and rhetoric. Trump's imposition of tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, along with his critical comments about Canada, have left many Canadians feeling unwelcome and economically impacted. This has led to a noticeable reluctance among Canadians to travel south of the border, with some expressing concerns over potential hostility or discrimination. The article highlights a broader sentiment of unease, with Canadians citing not just economic reasons but also the political climate and the treatment of immigrants and minorities in the U.S. as deterrents. This shift in perception has affected not only individual travel plans but also business and tourism between the two nations, with some Canadians choosing to explore other destinations or stay within Canada.

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