‘A Banner Year’: P.E.I. Tourism Record a Reflection of Canada-Wide Trend

‘A banner year’: P.E.I. tourism record a reflection of Canada-wide trend

Tourism was up across the country this summer, and it was no different for operators here in P.E.I., who celebrated a record-breaking season. Destination Canada says those numbers were largely driven by Canadian travellers. CBC’s Gwyneth Egan has more details.

Canadian Tourism Rides a Record Summer Wave: Overseas Visitor Spending Up More Than 10%

If you thought you saw more tourists than normal in Canada this summer, you’re probably right. Destination Canada, which markets Canada to the world, says Canada’s tourism sector achieved a record-breaking summer in 2025, with May to August revenue reaching nearly $60 billion. That represents a 6% year-over-year increase. The record revenue was driven by a strong base of Canadian travellers who chose to explore our country like never before, wit…