Trade tensions and news of arrests are not favorable for the United States, as these events have caused a 10 percent decrease in the arrival of foreigners to the country, according to March data.
Canada has issued recommendations to its citizens to take precautions when traveling to the United States. One of the main reasons is that the Canadian Government warns about possible inspections at the border, which includes the examination of electronic devices such as cell phones and computers. Travelers are advised not to carry confidential information on their devices and to change passwords after any inspection.
The use of disposable phones is even recommended, and the University of Waterloo in Ontario offers its students "clean" computers to use on U.S. territory. Another cause for concern is travelers' backgrounds, as some individuals have been denied entry to the United States for expressing critical opinions against the Trump administration.
The current political situation between the United States and Canada, as well as the existing volatility, are determining factors for institutions such as the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario and Alberta Investment Management to advise their employees to refrain from traveling unless strictly necessary.
The trade tensions between both countries, especially due to the tariffs imposed by Trump, have created a climate of alertness in Canada, urging its citizens to be cautious in their travels to the United States. U.S. immigration authorities now have greater access to visitors' belongings, leading to increased caution on the part of Canadian institutions.
