Illinois exports to Canada totaled $20.55 billion in 2023, a 31% increase since 2019. Canada is Illinois’ 1st largest export market. Illinois ranks 5th among the 50 U.S. states in exports to Canada.

The first French explorations of the Illinois Country were in the first half of the 17th century, led by explorers and missionaries based in Canada. Étienne Brûlé explored the upper Illinois country in 1615 but did not document his experiences.

President Donald Trump’s plan to implement tariffs on key United States trading partners could affect more than $100 billion worth of goods imported to Illinois from Canada, Mexico and China. The countries were Illinois’ top trading partners in 2023, according to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. A wide range of ...

Jan 21, 2025 · Canada is the top export destination for 36 U.S. states, including Illinois. The ties between Canada and Illinois are particularly strong.

Sometime around 1825 a French-Canadian fur trader, Francis Bourbonnais, arrived in Illinois. He married a Pottawatomie squaw who had been given 640 acres as a reservation along the Kankakee River. As a result of the marriage, the town of Bourbonnais was founded.

Feb 3, 2025 · President Donald Trump’s plan to implement tariffs on key United States trading partners could affect more than $100 billion worth of goods imported to Illinois from Canada, Mexico and China. The countries were Illinois’ top trading partners in 2023, according to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. A wide range of ...

Aug 20, 2023 · If you’re short on time, here’s a quick answer: The main land border crossings from Chicago, IL to Canada are the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron, MI, the Ambassador Bridge in Detroit, MI, and the Peace Bridge in Buffalo, NY. You’ll need a valid passport, proof of citizenship, and potentially other travel documents.

3 days ago · Illinois is the nation’s second-leading exporter of both soybeans and feed grains and related products, according to the Illinois Department of Agriculture. About 44% of grain produced in Illinois is sold for export. The Illinois Farm Bureau on Tuesday urged Trump to find alternative methods to solve issues at the border.

Illinois exports to Canada totaled $18.38 billion in 2021, an 51.6% increase since 2009. Canada is Illinois’ #1 largest export market. Illinois imports from Canada totaled $45.26 billion in 2021, an 89.2% increase since 2009. Canada is Illinois’ 2nd largest import market.

Illinois is a prime destination for Canadian businesses, offering unparalleled access to global markets. A pivotal hub for North American transportation, Illinois is the only state where all of the largest U.S. railroads converge in two places, including routes from Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City.