3 w. ago
U.S. tariffs threaten thousands of Canadian tourism industry jobs
A non-profit organization in Canada is warning that tariffs could lead to further financial losses and widespread layoffs in the country's tourism industry.The Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO), which represents parts of the country's overall tourism industry, is pushing for change to reduce further impact. According to CATO, U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to impose 25 per cent tariffs on Canada has "already caused significant damage" even before tariffs took effect on Tuesday."As for the vital tourism sectors of both the United States and Canada, the costs are being felt across the industry, from hotels and restaurants to travel agencies, tour operators, and transportation services," reads a statement emailed to Daily Hive. "Thousands of jobs are at risk, and without swift and decisive action, the consequences will only worsen. We cannot afford to stay silent."Despite the impact of tariffs, the organization said that "it's not too late to turn the tide." It's urging...
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