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Vermont Tourism Plummets 39% Amid Canadian Border Decline

9/15/2025

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Vermont's tourism faced a nearly 39% decline in Canadian border crossings in July 2025.
David Rye from the von Trapp Family Lodge reported fewer Quebec visitors this summer.
A Trader Joe's employee in Burlington noted emptier stores due to reduced Canadian shoppers.
City councilor Becca Brown McKnight warned of potential job losses for local businesses.
Rochester, NY, initiated a "Dear Canada" campaign to encourage Canadian tourism.

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Vermont's tourism faced a nearly 39% decline in Canadian border crossings in July 2025.
David Rye from the von Trapp Family Lodge reported fewer Quebec visitors this summer.
A Trader Joe's employee in Burlington noted emptier stores due to reduced Canadian shoppers.
City councilor Becca Brown McKnight warned of potential job losses for local businesses.
Rochester, NY, initiated a "Dear Canada" campaign to encourage Canadian tourism.