A large percentage of U.S. travelers are steering away from driving into Canada.

The CBC reports a nearly 11 percent drop in American tourists driving to Canada in April, and a more than 8 percent drop in May. The shift has meant a financial hit for tourism and businesses. The report said Americans spent $15.3 billion while visiting Canada last year.

While there is no specific evidence as to why the numbers are down, speculation includes the 25% tariff increase on Canadian products shipped to the United States, imposed by President Donald Trump. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded with a 25% tariff on U.S. auto imports. Trump also made several comments about how Canada should become a U.S. state.

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