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Canada to retain full toll revenue from Gordie Howe bridge until debt is repaid
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2026-07-16 23:21   Politics   10

Canada to retain full toll revenue from Gordie Howe bridge until debt is repaid

Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed that tolls from the Gordie Howe International Bridge will not be split with the United States until the $6.4 billion of Canadian investment is fully repaid.While the agreement includes a 15-year plan to share net revenues with the U.S., Carney emphasized that toll splitting will only occur after all debt is settled.The bridge, connecting Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, faced delays due to U.S.requests and was finally set to open on July 27, 2026.Carney clarified that initial years will likely see negative or modest net revenues due to operational costs like maintenance and snow removal.The deal aims to balance economic development on both sides, with half of net revenues reinvested into Michigan.Despite speculation about the agreement's terms, Carney stated the core deal remains unchanged, ensuring progress on the project.Local MPs expressed concerns over transparency, highlighting the need for clearer details on the financial arrangement.The government expects the bridge to eventually generate profits, but immediate revenue sharing is contingent on debt repayment.

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