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The Canadian passport is now ranked stronger than the US one. Thanks @chchnews.bsky.social for this story and interview. You can watch it here:
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Canadian passport remains strong, now outranks the U.S.
Bon voyage, America. Canadian passports now outrank the United States when it comes to visa-free access to the world.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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nytimes.com
The government shutdown could soon come to an end. But that will not immediately fix the problems afflicting air travel. It will take days for airlines to recover from the restrictions, and longstanding challenges to the nation’s aviation system remain. nyti.ms/3LwEOCh
Flight Delays and Cancellations Won’t Immediately Stop When Government Shutdown Ends
There is hope the Thanksgiving holiday will be spared, but carriers will need some time to deal with the disruptions that the shutdown has caused for air travel.
nyti.ms
November 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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"Regenerative tourism through multicultural placemaking"
Co-authored with @kelleygeophd.bsky.social, the article offers a critical analysis of Toronto’s tourism policy, evaluating whether regenerative principles are integrated into its strategic framework.
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Regenerative tourism through multicultural placemaking
Regenerative tourism closely aligns with the principles of place-making, contributing to the revitalization of ethnic heritage landscapes and the communities that inhabit them. This study commentar...
www.tandfonline.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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the-independent.com
Air travelers face frustration as FAA's further drop in flights takes effect
Air travelers face frustration as FAA's further drop in flights takes effect
Air travelers face frustration as FAA's further drop in flights takes effect
www.independent.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 5:35 AM
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washingtonpost.com
More than 1,100 flights scheduled for Sunday were canceled, marking the third day of widespread travel disruptions as the government shutdown takes its toll.

Delta and Southwest Airlines had more than 100 canceled flights each.
U.S. flight cancellations upend weekend travel as shutdown drags on
More than 1,100 flights scheduled for Sunday were canceled, marking the third day of widespread travel disruptions as the government shutdown takes its toll.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 9, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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the-independent.com
Will my US flight be cancelled during government shutdown?
Will my US flight be cancelled during government shutdown?
Will my US flight be cancelled during government shutdown?
www.independent.co.uk
November 7, 2025 at 1:16 PM
fdimanche.bsky.social
Do mega-sporting events like the World Series ot the FIFA World Cup pay off? Here's the economic reality behind them
phys.org/news/2025-11...
Do mega-sporting events like the World Series pay off? Here's the economic reality behind them
Whether it's the World Series, the FIFA World Cup or the Olympic Games, the hope for hosting mega sporting events is that the economy will emerge as the true winner.
phys.org
November 6, 2025 at 3:17 PM
fdimanche.bsky.social
This article by Kelley McClinchey and me discusses the questionable economic impacts of sports events like the #WorldSeries and the upcoming #FIFAWorldCup in Canada.
November 1, 2025 at 2:36 PM
fdimanche.bsky.social
Much to read about baseball in @ca.theconversation.com !
#BlueJays #WorldSeries #Toronto
theconversation.com/ca
November 1, 2025 at 12:18 AM
fdimanche.bsky.social
US Government shutdown: 30 days.
What does it mean for travel and tourism?
@theconversation.com
#USA #Travel #governmentshutdown2025 #tourism
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Travelling to the U.S.? How the government shutdown will impact tourism
How the U.S. government shutdown could ripple across tourism and travel.
theconversation.com
October 31, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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the-independent.com
Trump terminates trade talks with Canada after Ronald Reagan tariff bashing ad
Trump terminates trade talks with Canada after Ronald Reagan tariff bashing ad
Trump terminates trade talks with Canada after Ronald Reagan tariff bashing ad
www.independent.co.uk
October 24, 2025 at 6:16 AM
fdimanche.bsky.social
L’engouement pour les Blue Jays, une bénédiction pour l’économie de Toronto
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L’engouement pour les Blue Jays, une bénédiction pour l’économie de Toronto
Des admirateurs de partout au Canada visitent Toronto pour assister aux matchs éliminatoires.
ici.radio-canada.ca
October 17, 2025 at 4:15 PM
fdimanche.bsky.social
Meanwhile, there is still a federal government shutdown... 🙄

and it continues to impact travel and tourism...

theconversation.com/travelling-t...
Travelling to the U.S.? How the government shutdown will impact tourism
How the U.S. government shutdown could ripple across tourism and travel.
theconversation.com
October 16, 2025 at 3:52 PM
fdimanche.bsky.social
How does the government shutdown impact travel to and in the USA? Read (or listen) to this article for answers. #Travel #USA #government #shutdown #tourism #Canada
theconversation.com/travelling-t...
October 13, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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Travelling to the U.S.? How the government shutdown will impact tourism.
@ca.theconversation.com
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Travelling to the U.S.? How the government shutdown will impact tourism
How the U.S. government shutdown could ripple across tourism and travel.
theconversation.com
October 10, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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nytimes.com
As prices skyrocket and international travel declines, Las Vegas finds itself caught in a perfect storm.
Why Is Las Vegas Tourism Declining? It’s a Perfect Storm.
As prices skyrocket and international travel declines, the city finds itself caught in a perfect storm.
nyti.ms
October 3, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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October 2, 2025 at 9:18 PM
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washingtonpost.com
The Canadian government has updated its travel advice to say it can not guarantee gender-neutral passport holders will be granted U.S. entry.

Under the Trump administration, the U.S. now only recognizes two sexes.
Canadians with ‘X’ passports warned they could face problems at U.S. border
Canada said it could not guarantee gender-neutral passport holders would be granted U.S. entry. Under the Trump administration, the U.S. now only recognizes two sexes.
wapo.st
October 2, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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September 22, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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washingtonpost.com
President Trump’s announcement that an annual $100,000 fee will be required for successful applicants for the H1-B visa program has sparked uncertainty and concern among would-be temporary workers.

Here’s what to know about the new restrictions.
Trump’s changes to skilled worker visas spark confusion. Here’s what to know.
Trump announced a $100,000 fee for H-1B visas, and said entry restrictions would apply as of Sunday. That’s led to confusion among visa holders and immigration lawyers.
wapo.st
September 20, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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September 20, 2025 at 2:42 AM
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Fewer international students are coming to the US, costing universities and communities that benefit from these visitors
An estimated 150,000 fewer international students are expected to be attending American universities and colleges this fall because of visa restrictions and other Trump administration policies.
theconversation.com
September 14, 2025 at 10:10 AM
fdimanche.bsky.social
Under the Trump administration, consumer protections for air travelers are under threat.
www.nytimes.com/2025/09/11/t...
The Trump Administration Wants to Roll Back Airline Passenger Rights
www.nytimes.com
September 13, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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ca.theconversation.com
Political tensions and border anxiety pushed Canadians away from the U.S. this summer
Political tensions and border anxiety pushed Canadians away from the U.S. this summer
Canadian travellers increasingly turned to domestic destinations instead of heading south this summer.
theconversation.com
September 9, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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ca.theconversation.com
Flight attendants have gone 50 years without ground pay — here’s the reason behind it
Flight attendants have gone 50 years without ground pay — here’s the reason behind it
The Air Canada dispute may mark a turning point for labour standards in the airline industry and result in unpaid ground time being a thing of the past.
theconversation.com
September 8, 2025 at 5:14 PM