Democratic gains may boost Canadian travel to the U.S
Montreal — A recent surge in Democratic victories is potentially reversing a downturn in Canadian travel to the United States, according to travel industry analysts.
Data released by Statistics Canada indicates that Canadian returns from the U.S. increased by three per cent in October compared to October of the previous year, marking the seventh consecutive month of growth.
While positive, this increase represents a smaller rise than the substantial spike observed between July and September.
Amra Durakovic, a spokesperson for Flight Centre travel agency, noted that new bookings decreased by 26 per cent year-over-year last month. This decline followed a new round of tariffs and related tensions initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump.
In the week following the November 3rd elections, Flight Centre and other travel agencies have observed renewed signs of a rebound in cross-border travel, largely attributed to the Democrats’ electoral success and perceived rejection of White House policies.
Despite this positive shift, Canadian visitor numbers remain significantly below those recorded in 2024, as the ongoing trade war continues to influence travel choices.
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