Trade tensions mean fewer Canadians flocking to South Florida

Oct 1, 2026 · Catherine Welch

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Trade tensions mean fewer Canadians flocking to South Florida

Richard Clavet sits outside at one of a string of Canadian-themed hotels and motels he owns along South Federal Highway in Hollywood, Fla., on March 27, 2025. Clavet is from Quebec and has served Canadian clientele for years.

This South Florida community is typically a refuge for Canadians fleeing cold weather, but trade tensions between the United States and Canada mean fewer are coming.

(Image credit: Al Diaz)