Here’s why the Gordie Howe International Bridge was built

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, a $4.7 billion project funded primarily by Canada, is set to open on July 27, 2026, connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. It replaces the aging Ambassador Bridge, which handles 40% of U.S.-Canada trucking shipments, and includes 60 inspection lanes to ease cross-border trade. Construction began in 2018 but faced delays, with the bridge now opening later than initially planned.