Canadian travel and tourism generated $124.4B in revenue in 2023, exceeding pre-pandemic levels. This activity created a total economic impact of $252.2B, supported 1.1M jobs, and contributed $50.9B in tax revenues. Destination Canada's marketing efforts generated $1.6B in incremental visitor spending, yielding $23.85 in total economic impact for every $1.00 invested. International tourism is a vital service export for Canada.

Canadian travel and tourism generated $124.4B in revenue in 2023, with a total economic impact of $252.2B, supporting 1.1M jobs and $50.9B in taxes. Destination Canada's marketing efforts yielded $1.6B in incremental visitor spending, leading to a $3.2B total economic impact. For every $1 invested, Destination Canada generated $23.85 in total economic impact, highlighting tourism's vital role and strong ROI for the Canadian economy.

Destination Canada's "Tourism's Wealth & Wellbeing Index" introduces a new comprehensive framework to measure tourism's impact in Canadian communities. It moves beyond traditional economic metrics to include social, cultural, and environmental factors, using six sub-indices: Economy, Employment, Enablement, Environment, Engagement, and Experience. The index aims to foster sustainable growth, inclusivity, and community enrichment, providing insights for a regenerative tourism future across Canada.

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This document profiles various Chinese traveler segments for Destination Canada, recognizing China as a global tourism powerhouse. Chinese travelers seek diverse experiences, including tradition, expertise, cultural immersion, and luxury, often blending business and leisure. Each segment's distinct motivations, travel habits, and preferences for Canadian destinations are detailed.

This document profiles the Japanese travel market, revealing that travelers seek destinations offering a blend of escape, excitement, and cultural immersion for relaxation and a break from busy routines. It details various traveler segments, including Outdoor Explorers and Culture Seekers, outlining their preferences, motivations, and travel behaviors. The document also provides a guide on how to interpret its market data and segment profiles.

This Destination Canada document profiles South Korean travelers, a dynamic market seeking escape, relaxation, and cultural renewal. It details various segments' motivations, travel habits, and preferences, including their familiarity with and interest in Canada. Key segments prioritize unique experiences, cultural immersion, and luxury travel.

This Destination Canada guide introduces its Traveller Segmentation Program, designed to help the tourism industry understand and target diverse traveller segments. It provides resources like detailed traveller profiles, quizzes (for travellers and destinations), and training materials. The program leverages psychographics, economic value, and responsible travel insights to inform marketing, product development, and strategic decisions, aiming to enhance ROI and align with Canada's tourism goals. Future features for paid partners include advanced targeting tools.

This document profiles Australian travelers, highlighting their preference for authentic, adventurous, and culturally immersive experiences in remote or unexplored destinations. Driven by novelty and a desire for fun, they seek friendly, sociable places for longer holidays. The profiles detail various segments' motivations, travel habits, and interest in destinations like Canada, emphasizing their pursuit of deep cultural immersion and hidden gems.

Mexican travelers are a fast-growing market, prioritizing family-focused exploration, cultural immersion, and learning experiences. They seek fun, relaxation, and memorable moments in safe, well-known, and trendy destinations. Travel often aligns with school holidays, with key segments including Outdoor Explorers, Culture Seekers, Purpose Driven Families, and Fun & Sun Families.