Gordie Howe International Bridge opens Monday with Canada-only ceremony
The federal government cancelled a joint U.S. celebration after Trump's tariff threats, but the Ontario-Michigan crossing will still officially open.
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The Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Ontario and Michigan is set to officially open July 28, with a Canada-only ceremony after the federal government cancelled a joint celebration with the U.S.
The decision to cancel the cross-border event came Tuesday in response to President Donald Trump's 50 per cent tariff threats announced Monday. The federal government said it would not celebrate jointly given the trade tensions.
Several Canadian officials are expected at the ceremony, including Housing Minister Gregor Robertson, Ontario Premier Doug Ford, and Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens. The bridge has faced years of delays before finally reaching completion.
The opening marks a significant infrastructure project for the region, though the geopolitical backdrop has cast a shadow on what would normally be a celebration of cross-border cooperation.
By the numbers
When does the Gordie Howe International Bridge officially open?
The Gordie Howe International Bridge officially opens on July 28, 2026.
Why was the opening ceremony changed to Canada-only?
The federal government cancelled the joint U.S. celebration on July 22, 2026, in response to President Donald Trump's 50 per cent tariff threats announced on July 21, 2026, citing trade tensions as the reason.
