Prime Minister Mark Carney has defended the Gordie Howe International Bridge agreement between Canada and the U.S., calling it a 'good deal for Canada' despite criticism from some politicians.

The bridge, which connects Windsor, Ontario, with Detroit, Michigan, is set to open on July 27, 2026, after delays and public backlash from the Trump administration.Carney emphasized that Canada will retain most of the revenue generated by the bridge, with profits only shared after Canada recoups its $6.4-billion construction costs.He argued that investments in the U.S.side of the region will 'drive more traffic' and boost economic activity.

However, the deal has faced criticism, with Conservative MP Andrew Lawton calling it a 'capitulation to Trump' and Shuv Majumdar labeling it a 'terrible deal for Canada.' Meanwhile, U.S.President Donald Trump praised the agreement as a 'MUCH BETTER DEAL for America,' claiming the original terms were 'unacceptable.

' The bridge's opening follows a contentious negotiation process, including pressure from the Trump administration and the Moroun family's financial contributions to MAGA Inc.Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer praised the collaboration, highlighting the bridge's role in strengthening transborder trade.Despite the political scrutiny, officials from both countries remain optimistic about the project's long-term economic benefits.