StatsCan: Americans Crave B.C. Amid Winter Blues

February 27, 2026·25 days ago·via TheTravel

Statistics Canada reveals Americans battle winter blues with surging desire to visit British Columbia, as overseas arrivals to Canada hit 509,500 in December, up 14.1% from 2024. Most trips arrive by air, painting a picture of snow-capped peaks and coastal escapes calling to U.S. travelers seeking relief from frigid doldrums. Amid this, Millennials and Gen X lead a broader winter travel rebound, with cabins in Ontario and Quebec topping Canadian wishlists for cozy, domestic getaways.

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