Archive · 27 Jul 2026
New Canada-US bridge opens for trade
A new bridge called the Gordie Howe International Bridge is opening between Canada and the U.S. This bridge is very important for trade because more than 70% of Canada's exports go to the U.S. The bridge is named after a famous hockey player, Gordie Howe.
It cost $6.4 billion to build and took many years to finish, partly because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Canada paid for the bridge and will share some of the money from tolls with the U.S. for 15 years.
The bridge is 1.5 miles long and very tall.
People will be able to walk or ride bikes across it for free in a few weeks.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge opens for traffic between Canada and the U.S.
Canada funded the $6.4 billion bridge and will share toll revenue with the U.S. for 15 years.
The bridge is 1.5 miles long and 151 feet tall at its highest point.
Construction started in 2018 and was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pedestrians and bicyclists will be able to cross for free in a few weeks.
- Who
- Canada and the U.S.
- What
- Opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Detroit River, between Detroit, Michigan and Windsor, Ontario
- Why
- To serve as a critical route for trade, jobs, and tourism between Canada and the U.S.
Canada's Perspective
US Perspective
Bridge Funding and Revenue Sharing
Canada's Perspective
Canada funded the bridge's construction and will share toll revenue with the U.S. for 15 years.
US Perspective
The U.S. secured a revenue-sharing agreement with Canada, changing the original terms.
- Bridge Name
- Gordie Howe International Bridge
- Location
- Detroit River, between Detroit, Michigan and Windsor, Ontario
- Length
- 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers)
- Height
- 151 feet (46 meters) at its highest point
- Cost
- $6.4 billion
- Construction Start
- 2018
- Completion
- 2024
- Pedestrian and Bicycle Access
- Available in a few weeks