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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

BPRI is working with the Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce to conduct a survey to assess Whatcom County businesses' perceptions and responses to changes in cross-border tourism and shopping last year. Please share!👇 wwu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Jussi P. Laine @jpluef.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

The new "territorial spark" piece @stevenradil.bsky.social & Jaume Castan Pinos goes beyond the original provocation - showing why academic critique matters: scholarly debate sharpens concepts rather than shuts them down. My text they are responding to in the comments. doi.org/10.1080/1356...

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The territorial spark: integrating territorial discontents into the contemporary border assemblage

This essay clarifies the ‘territorial discontents' framework in response to Laine’s Beyond territorial discontents: The surprising persistence of borders in a fragmented world (2025) critique publi...

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

with Lila Abed, director of the Mexico Program at the Inter-American Dialogue and Laura Dawson, Executive Director of the Future Borders Coalition, organized by the World Affairs Council of Seattle. Follow this link to register: www.world-affairs.org/event/2026-a...

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2026 – A Pivotal Year for U.S. Relations with Mexico and Canada – World Affairs Council

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Tomorrow February 18th online! BPRI Director Laurie Trautman will be moderating an important discussion digging into the North American relationship and addressing some big questions for US relations with our northern and southern neighbors...

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Upcoming event! The Future of Borders with Laurie Trautman and @edwardalden.bsky.social Saturday, Feb. 7, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham Follow the link for more details 👉https://wcls.libcal.com/event/15670761

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Frank Catalano @frankcatalano.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

I've never canceled a long-planned European vacation before. But this month, I did. So I've written about how belittling and threatening countries affects #tourism, both into the US and now heading out, in a @cascadiadaily.com guest commentary (free to read). www.cascadiadaily.com/2026/jan/26/...

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Guest Writer: Borders, tourists and the Trump travel effect | Cascadia Daily News

What Canada felt in 2025, Europe feels in 2026

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Changes include: 👉 Increased biometric collection and digital requirements 👉Shifts in digital applications with population-specific mechanisms for travelers to process their exit and entry requirements 👉Removal of exemptions for certain types of Canadian travelers 👉Proposed changes to ESTA & I-94s

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

In the last year, changes in US border policy suggest a shift toward heightened securitization and more unilateral enforcement of the northern border, a departure from the integrated binational approach historically employed by Canada and the US to manage their ‘shared’ border.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

📣 New publication alert! Our new Brief highlights changes to US border policy – both proposed and implemented – that may ‘thicken’ the border crossing experience by increasing processing times, and potentially wait times for both Canadians and for non-Canadians traveling from Canada to the US.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

Important to note that we were still recovering from the COVID years. Ex- In 2019, Canadians coming into Whatcom totaled 2.7mil vehicles. So 2024 was still below by about 300k vehicles compared to pre-pandemic levels.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

As we enter 2026, there are many reflections to be made about the last year's shift in CB travel in our region. Border crossings from Canadians into Whatcom County in 2025 decreased 36% from the previous year. As with all our infographics, you can find them here 👉https://bpri.wwu.edu/infographics

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

If you want to hear our perspective on what we saw in terms of Canadian travel habits to Whatcom County in 2025 and how this is likely the new normal for 2026, see the CTV News interview below.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

We're putting together a new survey, that aims to collect information on how businesses in Whatcom County are experiencing the fallout. We'd love to hear your perspective once it is released. We'll post on our socials and our website with the details later this month.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Dive deeper into the region's economic interconnections and the effects that tariffs, rhetoric threatening Canadian sovereignty, and the ongoing trade war between the US and Canada are having on WA border communities, please see BPRI's newest Border Policy Brief👇 cedar.wwu.edu/bpri_publica...

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Cross-Border Vulnerabilities in Cascadia: Regional and Business Impacts of Trade and Tariff Policies

Border regions are fundamental to the Canada-US relationship. They foster deeper integration, demonstrate resilience, and adapt to changing circumstances. Cascadia, one such region, features a well-es...

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Cascadia has long been considered a model of strong cross-border collaboration, however, it is not immune to policy shifts or emerging challenges that could disrupt its long-standing relationships.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Please join us as Laurie Trautman, Ginny Broadhurst, @sharonshewmake.bsky.social, @uscanada-sands.bsky.social and Derek Moscato discuss how increased tensions are impacting our cross-border region and the efforts to overcome them. When: Online, June 11 at 4pm PT foundation.wwu.edu/event/trust-...

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

We've been hearing about drops in Canadians crossing the border in the Cascade Gateway in 2025. The data tells us that we're seeing a significant drop in SB Canadian travelers so far. This has numerous implications for our local border communities. Take a look at BPRI's newest infographic below 👇

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

BPRI and the Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce would like to track tariff impacts in our local community. This survey is directed at businesses in Whatcom County to assess perceptions of tariffs, trade irritants, and changes to cross-border travel. 👇 wwu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Jennifer Bettis @bittybeetz.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

@bpri.bsky.social director Dr. Laurie Trautman and CFR’s Edward Alden speaking about their new book at Village Books! @edwardalden.bsky.social

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

If the trade war continues - and for how long - remains tbd. But the fact is- Americans flipping the lights on is connected to electricity production in a Canada. Border states and provinces are interconnected. This uncertainty impacts every aspect of daily life for many on both sides of the border.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

In Quebec, premier François Legault did not exclude the option to cut off power as a response to the tariffs, a decision that would impact the equivalent of 1.23 million of US homes.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Ontario, which powered the equivalent of 1.29 million US homes in 2023, premier Doug Ford said that if #tariffs persist, he will impose a 25% surcharge on electricity exported to three US states - Michigan, New York and Minnesota - and is willing to fully shut down power lines going to the US.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Canada's #counter-tariffs response does not, at the moment, include export #tariffs on #energy. However, that doesn't mean there won't be impacts. The premiers of the two provinces supplying most of the electricity exported to the US are considering all options - including shutting off the power.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Every day, electricity crosses the #Canada-US #border. In 2023, Canada provided power equal to electricity consumption by 4.58 million homes. On Tuesday, Trump imposed a 10% tariff on energy imports from Canada, which will most likely translate to higher utility bills for these millions of home.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Not only that, but immediate direct and indirect impacts from #tariffs may also lower Boeing’s attractiveness, and in the longer run, give an advantage to its competitors, most notably Airbus, leading to potential additional job and revenue losses for Washington state and Quebec.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

But tariffs impacts may also be indirect for the #aerospace industry: lower demand for travel especially from Canadians (whether as protest to the tariffs or due to lower value of the CAD) could impact orders, which in turn may limit future research and development opportunities.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Now with 25% #tariffs - and counter tariffs - this industry will face direct consequences. Additional tariffs on #steel and #aluminum as soon as next week will also compound price increases.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

The third installment from our #BPRI #Trade infographic series focuses on #aerospace. In Seattle & Montreal aerospace leads to economic growth and innovation. Just like cars in the Detroit-Windsor region, planes and parts are traded between us and allow us to travel around the world.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Here is our next infographic trying to provide some context for how the #tariffs and counter-tariffs might impact Washington's economy (and you if you like our craft brews!)

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Very proud to see BPRI’s expertise contribute to this @apnews.com story on the regional implications of #tariffs in our various #borderland communities. @wwu.edu

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

With what appears to be imminent #tariffs - and counter tariffs - there are some place-specific ways that we'll feel the squeeze. Here in the NW corner of Washington, raspberries are one of them. #BPRI will be releasing a series of these infographics to put some context to the numbers for #Cascadia

infographic with facts and figures about raspberry trade in Washington

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

BPRI was happy to contribute to this upcoming edited volume, and it couldn't be more timely. BPRI specifically looked at #cross-#border regions along the CA-US border to contend that governance is at its strongest and most innovative at the #regional scale.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

Our region is a model for how two nations can work together to advance shared interests. It's at risk with recent wall- building measures at the border. Check out Dr. Trautman and @edwardalden.bsky.social alden.bsky.social's most recent Op-Ed in the @seattletimes-rss.bsky.social to learn more.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

If you're interested in Border Policy in #Cascadia, join our list serve and follow our work! bpri.wwu.edu You can find Dr. Laurie Trautman & Jennifer Bettis on LinkedIn as well for more in-depth border policy analysis. www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-tr... www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferb...

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

#BPRI will be paying close attention to how broader bi-national issues between #Canada and the #US are impacting our region - including cross-border shopping, business investment, and collaboration with our neighbors in #BC.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

As is the case with many international conflicts, #border #regions in particular are vulnerable to these shocks, and often have to deal with the collateral damage. bpri.wwu.edu

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

While the immediate threat of a #trade war is paused, there are numerous spillover effects that impact our social and #economic ties across the #border. bpri.wwu.edu

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Edward Alden @edwardalden.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Really looking forward to this!

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Plus side: Could lead to a more secure Canada-US border, tackling issues of drug trafficking and long-standing issues with the immigration system. Down side: Short-term potential impacts include slower border crossing in rural areas with agents being reassigned & uncertainties for vulnerable pop.

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

After changes to its immigration policies earlier this fall, Canadian govt under pressure from internal actors and incoming Trump administration, unveil ambitious border measures, tackling issues from security to fentanyl, and further immigration reforms.

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Canadian government announces new border security plan amid Donald Trump tariff threats

The federal government has laid out a five-pillared approach to boosting border security, though it doesn't include specifics about where and how the $1.3-billion funding package earmarked in the fall...

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

BPRI has been diving in the Canada-US trade relationship with a focus on border regions- it's important to understand how integrated our countries and economies are. Check out our new resource: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/5f9d...

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Trade in the Borderlands

Cross-border economic relationships between Canada and the United States

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Border Policy Research Institute @bpri.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

New Launch! Trade in the Borderlands examines the depth and breadth of Canada-US border region's economic relationships, check it out here: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/5f9d... @andybissonnette.bsky.social @bittybeetz.bsky.social

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Michael Clemens @mclem.org · 10/12/2024

Timely new book out today: "When the World Closed Its Doors: The Covid-19 Tragedy and the Future of Borders" by @edwardalden.bsky.social of @cfr.org and Laurie Trautman of @bpri.bsky.social from @oxunipress.bsky.social —> global.oup.com/academic/pro...

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