Canada Boycotts US Over Trump's America First Policies
President Donald Trump's America First policies have taken a toll on US tourism. A recent report from the Canadian government reveals that Canadians are boycotting travel to the United States in record numbers, resulting in losses of up to $3.3 billion for the US economy.
The number of Canadians willing to describe the US as a 'reliable partner' has dropped from 83% in 2022 to just 35% today, according to a Pew Research Center survey. This decline is attributed to Trump's aggressive trade policies and personal attacks on Canadian leaders.
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney has publicly denounced Trump's actions, stating that 'in response to these measures and threats to Canadian sovereignty, provinces, territories, and Canadians from coast to coast have stood together, taking the necessary actions to support our economy and defend our workers, farmers, businesses, and families.'
The boycott is having a significant impact on US tourism, with July's numbers showing a 30% drop in travel to the US compared to last year. This decline is unprecedented since 9/11.