The Canadian government has decided not to participate in cross-border celebrations marking the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge due to ongoing trade tensions with the United States.

The decision comes after the Trump administration threatened a 50% tariff on certain Canadian goods, citing unfair trade practices related to dairy quotas, alcohol bans, and auto tariffs.

While the bridge remains a critical infrastructure project set to open on July 27, officials emphasized that Canada will celebrate internally on July 24.The bridge, costing $6.4 billion, was constructed to alleviate congestion from the Ambassador Bridge and includes a revenue-sharing agreement with Michigan.Despite U.S.objections to previous terms, a new deal was reached to proceed with the opening.Opposition parties have called for transparency in the agreement details.The government reiterated its commitment to the project as an economic driver for the region.