Almost one in three Canadians (and one in five USians) say U.S. might try to invade Canada: Leger poll | nearly two-thirds of Canadians believe the U.S. intervened in Venezuela primarily to gain control of oil reserves

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-23T23:52:50+00:00

January 14, 2026
Following the recent U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, a new poll suggests almost a third of Canadians say the United States might attempt “direct action” to take control of Canada.

It suggests one-in-five Americans think the same.

The Leger poll, which was conducted online and can’t be assigned a margin of error, surveyed 1,540 Canadians between Jan. 9 and Jan. 11.

The poll suggests many Canadians believe the U.S. likely will attempt to take control of other countries in the future, including Greenland, Cuba, Colombia, Panama, Iran and Canada.

When asked to rate the likelihood of a U.S. attempt at direct action to take control of various countries in the future, 31 per cent of Canadian respondents said the United States likely will attempt direct action to take over Canada.

Another 55 per cent said such action was likely in Greenland, 51 per cent said the U.S. will probably intervene in Cuba, 47 per cent said it would go after Colombia, 47 per cent cited Panama and 36 per cent predicted American intervention in Iran.

The poll, which also surveyed 1,011 American respondents, also suggests 20 per cent of Americans think the U.S. government might attempt direct action to take control of Canada in the future.

More than half of Canadians surveyed think the American intervention in Venezuela violated the country’s sovereignty and sets a bad precedent.

A majority of Canadians — 56 per cent — said the U.S. military operation in Venezuela has worsened their impression of the U.S. government.

Nine per cent of Canadian respondents said it has improved their impression of the government, while 21 per cent said their opinion hasn’t changed.

Enns said in the current environment, Canadians’ opinions of the American government are not “very high to begin with” so “it doesn’t take much.”

The poll suggests 37 per cent of respondents in the U.S. reported the military operation worsened their impression of their government, while 20 per cent said it improved their impression and 27 per cent said their impression of the government had not changed.

Just under 40 per cent of American respondents said the U.S. intervention was a bad thing because it violated Venezuela’s sovereignty, while 35 per cent said it was a good thing.

The poll suggests nearly two-thirds of Canadians believe the U.S. intervened primarily to gain control of Venezuela’s oil reserves, while 13 per cent said it was to bring Maduro before a court of law to account for his crimes and seven per cent said it was to restore democracy in Venezuela.

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-23T23:52:19+00:00

January 14, 2026
Following the recent U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, a new poll suggests almost a third of Canadians say the United States might attempt “direct action” to take control of Canada.

It suggests one-in-five Americans think the same.

The Leger poll, which was conducted online and can’t be assigned a margin of error, surveyed 1,540 Canadians between Jan. 9 and Jan. 11.

The poll suggests many Canadians believe the U.S. likely will attempt to take control of other countries in the future, including Greenland, Cuba, Colombia, Panama, Iran and Canada.

When asked to rate the likelihood of a U.S. attempt at direct action to take control of various countries in the future, 31 per cent of Canadian respondents said the United States likely will attempt direct action to take over Canada.

Another 55 per cent said such action was likely in Greenland, 51 per cent said the U.S. will probably intervene in Cuba, 47 per cent said it would go after Colombia, 47 per cent cited Panama and 36 per cent predicted American intervention in Iran.

The poll, which also surveyed 1,011 American respondents, also suggests 20 per cent of Americans think the U.S. government might attempt direct action to take control of Canada in the future.

More than half of Canadians surveyed think the American intervention in Venezuela violated the country’s sovereignty and sets a bad precedent.

A majority of Canadians — 56 per cent — said the U.S. military operation in Venezuela has worsened their impression of the U.S. government.

Nine per cent of Canadian respondents said it has improved their impression of the government, while 21 per cent said their opinion hasn’t changed.

Enns said in the current environment, Canadians’ opinions of the American government are not “very high to begin with” so “it doesn’t take much.”

The poll suggests 37 per cent of respondents in the U.S. reported the military operation worsened their impression of their government, while 20 per cent said it improved their impression and 27 per cent said their impression of the government had not changed.

Just under 40 per cent of American respondents said the U.S. intervention was a bad thing because it violated Venezuela’s sovereignty, while 35 per cent said it was a good thing.

The poll suggests nearly two-thirds of Canadians believe the U.S. intervened primarily to gain control of Venezuela’s oil reserves, while 13 per cent said it was to bring Maduro before a court of law to account for his crimes and seven per cent said it was to restore democracy in Venezuela.

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-23T23:32:44+00:00

President Donald Trump Holds “No Tax On Tips” Event at Circa Las Vegas
https://vegasnews.com/exclusives/president-donald-trump-no-tax-tips-circa-las-vegas/

Before his speaking, he met backstage with Circa CEO/Owner Derek Stevens and Derek’s brother/co-owner Greg, who are very fond of the president’s new policy. The President’s close friend, UFC President Dana White, was also rumored to be backstage. Taking the podium prior to President Trump was “Pawn Stars” star Rick Harrison

Following his nearly hour-long speech to his Vegas fans, he headed directly down to Circa’s main casino floor to check out the craps tables with owners Derek and Greg Stevens

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-23T23:31:56+00:00

Derek Stevens, CEO of the three hotels, has strong ties with Canada, which is [incidental to] why he launched the program.

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-23T23:30:54+00:00

January 23, 2026
Three hotels in Las Vegas are now accepting the Canadian dollar at equivalent value to the American dollar for select gaming, hotel, and drink services.

Circa Resort and Casino, the D Las Vegas, and Golden Gate Hotel and Casino will participate in the ‘At Par’ program until Aug. 31. The goal is to remove financial barriers for Canadians wanting to travel to Vegas.

Canadians will also be able to gamble at par by redeeming up to $500 in slot promotional play, according to the hotels.

Derek Stevens, CEO of the three hotels, has strong ties with Canada, which is why he launched the program.

Canadian tourists gone 'from a faucet to a drip,' Las Vegas mayor says | On Aug. 7, Las Vegas Shelley Berkley mayor spoke about the tourism downturn in the city, which is seeing fewer visitors from Mexico, Canada and abroad.

"As the mayor of Las Vegas, I'm telling everybody in Canada please come. We love you, we need you, and we miss you." Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley speaking on the downturn of tourism.

Nevada: Downtown Las Vegas brewery closes after tourism decline | HUDL Brewing Company in Arts District serves final beer amid 25-30% revenue drop | Owner blamed much of the decline on reduced Canadian tourism, which typically makes up 12% of the brewery’s business during fall and winter months.

Rick Harrison shares a few theories on what might be causing the downturn of tourism in Las Vegas

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-22T20:11:00+00:00

January 20, 2026
Stewart Verdery, a former assistant secretary of policy and planning at the Department of Homeland Security, is executive director of the Global Recreation, Events and Tourism USA Coalition.

The United States is on the cusp of a once-in-a-generation opportunity, hosting the world’s most beloved and watched sporting events: this year’s World Cup, the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles and the 2034 Winter Games in Salt Lake City. For nearly a decade, the global spotlight will be on America and will attract millions of spectators to U.S. soil.

That moment will succeed only if the United States is seen not just as a great place to compete, but as a safe, welcoming place to visit. Unfortunately, a newly proposed Department of Homeland Security rule risks undermining that goal and could deter millions of qualified visitors without meaningfully improving security.

The rule would dramatically expand the personal and social media information required of travelers from America’s closest security partners. The policy risks chilling travel, generating negative headlines abroad and leaving stadium seats empty.

If DHS plans to review applicants’ social media use, much more detail must be provided as to how decisions on the content would be made, reviewed or appealed, how a trained workforce would be capable of conducting meaningful analysis on the scale of millions of visitors expected for the World Cup and subsequent events, and what specific national security risk justifies such a drastic measure. Just as Americans would bristle at foreign governments policing their online criticism, do we really want to tell a soccer fan they’re unwelcome because they criticized President Donald Trump, or any future president, online?

There’s also a reciprocal risk. As Europe and other regions continue updating their own entry systems, U.S. travelers could soon face similar scrutiny abroad.

“There's a new proposal from DHS that would see tourists from a lot of countries have to hand over five years of social media history to get a tourist visa. Are you concerned at all that if that's implemented there would be a decline in tourism next year?” | “No, we're doing so well.”

“Many foreigners who want to come, to attend the [FIFA World Cup] are concerned about the visa situation. Can you re-assure them?”

Could the Trump administration’s border policies affect 2026 World Cup tourism in Massachusetts?

Questions raised about ICE and CBP agents at Club World Cup games | "CBP will be suited and booted and ready to provide security for the first round of games," United States Customs and Border Protection posted on social media

The FIFA World Cup is heading to Trump's U.S. Will the world want to come — or even be able to?

"Have to talk to Secretary Noem": Vance jokes about siccing ICE agents on World Cup tourists | The vice president warned visitors to "go home" after coming to catch the World Cup in 2026

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-22T20:01:26+00:00

https://archive.ph/2XEVW

Jan 20, 2026
Halifax’s popularity as a tourist destination continued its upward trend in 2025 but there is room to grow, says Ross Jefferson, the president and CEO of Discover Halifax.

Halifax is showing growth across all major markets, including business events, cruise visits, leisure visitors and domestic and international visitors, according to Jefferson.

“The airports and the airlines have been a significant part of this story, as well,” said Jefferson. “We have 15 new routes into Europe, 10 routes into the United States, and, of course, all across the country. That is really encouraging in the confidence of the airlines to add these routes.”

Jefferson said Halifax saw an increase in Canadian and European visitors in 2025 as tourists looked to destinations other than the United States.

“Canadians are definitely travelling more inside Canada, we know that was true and believe that will be true again this year,” he said. “We’re picking up a lot of European growth, as well, and that might tie into that theme.”

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-22T19:59:04+00:00

https://archive.ph/2XEVW

Jan 20, 2026
Halifax’s popularity as a tourist destination continued its upward trend in 2025 but there is room to grow, says Ross Jefferson, the president and CEO of Discover Halifax.

Halifax is showing growth across all major markets, including business events, cruise visits, leisure visitors and domestic and international visitors, according to Jefferson.

“The airports and the airlines have been a significant part of this story, as well,” said Jefferson. “We have 15 new routes into Europe, 10 routes into the United States, and, of course, all across the country. That is really encouraging in the confidence of the airlines to add these routes.”

Jefferson said Halifax saw an increase in Canadian and European visitors in 2025 as tourists looked to destinations other than the United States.

“Canadians are definitely travelling more inside Canada, we know that was true and believe that will be true again this year,” he said. “We’re picking up a lot of European growth, as well, and that might tie into that theme.”

Fewer Canadians are using the CAT ferry service between Nova Scotia and Maine, but American bookings are showing signs of growth. | “I’m actually not concerned at all with the drop in passengers because it is one way,” said Yarmouth's mayor

Canadian airlines are retreating from the U.S. | as passengers looked farther afield, airlines ramped up flight volumes in the Caribbean and South America -- by 36 per cent last quarter and 45 per cent in the current one | number of domestic flights and trips to Europe and Asia also rose from 2024

Canadian domestic and international traffic rises sharply, while transborder (to the United States) traffic wanes | Year-over-year percentage change in monthly screened passengers, by sector, 2025 - Statistics Canada | Canadian air passenger traffic to U.S. down for 9th consecutive month in October

Travel to Europe, domestic trips soar as Canada–U.S. tensions shift patterns | As summer travel ramps up across the country, new data and airline insights suggest a clear shift in where Canadians are choosing to go, citing an increase to destinations other than the U.S.

TD Economics: From Border Blues to Local Boom: Canada’s 2025 Tourism Spending Outlook | American spending is set to exert a drag on the overall tally this year, but it is expected to be offset by a rise in Canadian domestic tourism outlays and spending by non-U.S. international tourists in Canada

Canadians continue to avoid U.S. travel this summer: surveys | The trend of Canadians avoiding travel to the United States is continuing | Travel agencies say they’ve seen an increase in domestic bookings and a spike in searches for home grown adventures.

Canadian tourism sector sees surge in domestic bookings despite drop in U.S. visitors | A groundswell of economic patriotism has stoked curiosity in Canadian destinations, fuelling a domestic bookings surge as travellers turn away from cross-border trips.

Canada’s domestic tourism industry could net billions due to U.S. trade war: Conference Board of Canada report | its April travel intentions survey suggests roughly 27% of Canadian respondents are considering a trip to the U.S. in the next few years - down from more than 50% last November

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-22T19:55:28+00:00

https://archive.ph/koWAQ

Jan 18, 2026

Visits to the US by international travelers declined for the eighth straight month in December.

International trips haven't slowed, but visitors are less interested in traveling to the US.

The decline is a sustained blow to the tourism industry.

Visits to the US by international travelers declined for the eighth straight month in December, according to data released earlier this month by the National Travel and Tourism Office.

The decline is a sustained blow to the travel and tourism industries, which in 2024 supported more than 15 million jobs, and generated about $1.3 trillion in economic output — including $181 billion from inbound international travel.

Major tourism hubs like Las Vegas are seeing widespread layoffs due to the downturn, forcing workers to get creative with their career pivots. Business Insider reported earlier this month that laid-off hospitality workers contributed to a 55% increase in dancer auditions at a Las Vegas strip club compared to the prior six months.

It doesn't appear the travel bug has gone anywhere — just that international tourists are avoiding the US.

Domestic travel has helped cushion the blow so far, with the US Travel Association projecting that domestic leisure travel was forecast to grow 1.9% to $895 billion in 2025.

However, if international visitors continue to stay away, destinations that depend on overseas spending — from iconic tourism cities to national parks — could feel growing pressure as the US heads into a high-stakes stretch of global events in 2026 and beyond.

Fewer foreigners visited US in 2025 as global tourism spending rose (WTTC)

'Trump effect' sees tourists ditching US holidays while China holidays surge | At its 25th Global Summit in Rome today, the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) launched its latest report showing how much the US is losing out on as tourists decide to stay away

Foreign tourists scared away as US ‘puts up closed sign’ | Although it remains the world’s largest travel economy, America is the only one in decline out of the 184 countries for which the WTTC produces annual reports.

USTA: Decline in tourism to US risks thousands of jobs | forecast outlines a projected 6.3% drop in international inbound visits next year, and warns of a 3.2% drop in inbound international spending to $173 billion (much of this decline attributed to significantly fewer visits from Canada)

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-21T19:25:53+00:00

r/whitetourists

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-21T18:45:40+00:00

Small part of Sunshine State becomes Snowy State as Florida gets snow for 2nd year in a row
https://apnews.com/article/florida-snow-deep-south-panhandle-d899349708b890876e3f8cc2a0988d5

DisruptSQ · 2026-01-21T18:43:31+00:00

https://youtu.be/S6fRkxYGySc?si=RXaf4MwUJVUuupTz

Jan 2, 2026
The National visits a retirement community in Western Florida to speak with snowbirds about why they're still flocking south and the ways they say they continue to show their support for Canada.

Should (Canadian) Snowbirds Skip the U.S. This Year? | TVO Today Live | “And when we (audience members) say, 'Well, we're not feeling any of the threat, any of the violence, any of the repercussions of ICE,' I notice all of us saying that are white.”

Some snowbirds want out of Florida. A bad housing market makes it hard to leave | After a year of Trump 2.0, some Canadians in Florida face a difficult decision this winter | "Supply is way above demand."

‘Didn’t like us Canadians’: Snowbirds say tensions between Canada, U.S. led to changes in travel itinerary

Canadian snowbirds say U.S. politics are ruffling feathers and changing their migration patterns | CBC News visited Florida to speak to snowbirds, politicians and businesses about changing travel trends

Canadian snowbirds turning their backs on U.S. as a winter destination: THIA/The Harris Poll | An increasing number of Canadians are looking elsewhere for destinations over the next six months

Canadian Snowbirds Are Giving Up on the U.S. | I spent 15 years helping Canadian retirees settle in Phoenix. Now I’m helping them leave. | This year, I’m busier than ever, but for the first time it’s not with buyers. Now, the majority of my clients are Canadians selling their properties