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University of Toronto survey points to a roughly 42% drop in Canadian visits to US cities, impacting tourist destinations, economic centers, and businesses linked to the flow between the two countries
Phone data indicates that Canadian visits to the United States fell by approximately 42% last year, a reduction linked to increased political and trade tensions between the two countries. The survey was conducted by the University of Toronto.
Data shows larger drop among Canadians
The research monitored cell phone activity and found an average annual drop of approximately 42% in Canadian visits to American metropolitan areas. This reduction appears more intense than that recorded by border statistics.
According to official figures, the entry of Canadians into Canada after returning from the United States fell by 25% in 2025. The same set of statistics indicates a 75% drop in the number of United States residents who visited Canada.
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Tourist destinations lost visitors
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, saw the largest drop identified by the study, with approximately 65% fewer Canadian residents returning from the East Coast tourist destination. Yuma, Arizona, followed with a 62% decrease.
San Francisco and the Florida cities of Miami, Palm Bay, and Panama City also ranked among the top 10 American metropolitan areas with a drop of over 50% in Canadian visitors last year.
The authors indicate that the data shows not only a reduction in Canadian holiday travel but also a significant drop in visits to important economic centers. The impact is evident in tourist destinations and business-related areas.
Canadians reduced tourism and business travel
High-tech and financial centers, such as San Francisco and Houston, show reductions involving both tourism and business travel. The study links this trend to changes in travel preferences amid broader economic uncertainties.
Since the beginning of Trump’s second term, some Canadians have started boycotting US products and travel. This reaction occurred in response to broad tariffs, stricter immigration, and statements about making Canada the 51st American state.
Sector tries to recover Canadians
Earlier this year, Florida tourism leaders reached out to Canadian counterparts to try and stimulate travel. Bryan Griffin, President and CEO of Visit Florida, said in February that the goal was to keep visitor numbers high.
Las Vegas adopted measures to attract Canadians, with casinos and hotels offering exchange at parity until the end of August. Through the promotion, 1 Canadian dollar is worth 1 American dollar, despite the difference between the currencies.
With information from CBS.
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