Canada's tourism sector has generated a record-breaking $59 billion in revenue between May and August, a six per cent increase compared to the same period last year.
The increase is driven by strong domestic and international travellers, with domestic tourism up seven per cent and revenue from international travellers increasing by 10 per cent.
According to Destination Canada, the revenue was driven by Canadians choosing to spend their travel dollars within the country and strong international events like the G7 in Kananaskis Country, Alberta.
Canada’s tourism sector generated a record-breaking amount of revenue of between May and August, reaching $59 billion.
Author's summary: Canada's tourism revenue hits $59 billion.