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Opening date set for Gordie Howe International Bridge after U.S.–Canada toll-sharing deal

Opening date set for Gordie Howe International Bridge after U.S.–Canada toll-sharing deal

Canada and the United States have reached a late-night deal that clears the way for the CA $6.4-billion Gordie Howe International Bridge between Windsor and Detroit to open on July 27 — six weeks later than planned. The agreement settles a dispute over how future toll revenues will be split, unlocks final safety sign-offs, and allows the CBSA to activate new e-gate border-processing technology. The extra capacity is expected to ease chronic commercial congestion, boost two-way trade by up to CA $17 billion a year and smooth passenger flows ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Jul 12, 2026
Fraser Canyon wildfires trigger new evacuation alerts and travel advisories in British Columbia

Fraser Canyon wildfires trigger new evacuation alerts and travel advisories in British Columbia

Two rapidly growing wildfires in British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon prompted new evacuation orders and highway travel advisories on July 11, disrupting domestic freight routes and tourism traffic along the critical Hope–Lytton stretch of Highway 1. More than 2,000 residents have been displaced, commercial carriers face detours and surcharges, and IRCC is activating fee-waiver measures for temporary residents affected by the disaster. Corporate mobility and travel managers with personnel in B.C. should update evacuation and duty-of-care plans immediately.

Jul 12, 2026

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