Recent statistics from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics indicate that Canadian travel to the United States has sharply decreased, which is attributed to the ongoing trade war between the two nations. As U.S. tariffs remain in place and political tensions persist, many Canadians are opting to avoid travel to the U.S., demonstrating a public sentiment against the current administration's policies amid threats of annexation.

In 2025, it was reported that just over 18 million Canadian personal vehicles entered the U.S. by land, reflecting an 18.8% decrease from the previous year. This data points to a broader trend in reduced Canadian presence in the U.S. and signifies the impact of the trade war on personal travel decisions. The statistics highlight that Canadians are increasingly choosing not to travel to the U.S. even as millions of others do, suggesting a demographic shift in travel habits.

Particularly notable was the Buffalo Niagara Falls port, which saw a remarkable increase in pedestrian crossings, with a year-over-year change of 54%. This could indicate that while fewer Canadians are entering through personal vehicles, some are still crossing the border on foot possibly for specific reasons such as shopping or tourism. This evolving pattern of travel in the context of international relations raises important questions about tourism economics and future trade agreements.