North Dakota Department of Tourism

Canadian tourism down in North Dakota, with poll linking downturn to tariffs, rhetoric

Americans line up to shake the hands of their Canadian neighbors on the U.S.-Canada border at the International Peace Garden on Aug. 9, 2025. (Photo by Mary Steurer/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — Border crossings for personal vehicles into North Dakota from Canada were down about 30% for the first half of this year compared to 2024 —…

North Dakota Department of Commerce taking applicants for tourism and community enhancement grants

North Dakota State Capitol / BismarckBISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota is opening up money to enhance tourism, community infrastructure, and historic preservation across the state. The grants, which were voted on in the last legislative session, are to provide money to communities to support various projects that will contribute to visitor and resident experiences. They range from providing money for…