The Arlington Bridge, a century-old structure spanning a railway yard in Winnipeg, is being dismantled after decades of service.Winnipeg City Council approved the $17 million decommissioning project in 2025, with the first phase of removal starting in July 2026.

Mayor Scott Gillingham called the event an 'historic day,' emphasizing the bridge's role as a critical link for residents of north and south Winnipeg.

The bridge, which closed to traffic in 2023 due to structural concerns, will be removed in sections over two phases, with the south portion targeted for removal in 2026 and the north side in 2027.Traffic disruptions are expected on Logan Avenue and Arlington Street during the process.While no timeline has been set for the new bridge, $5 million was allocated for design work in 2025.

The mayor highlighted the need for collaboration between the city, province, and federal government to fund the replacement, which could take four to five years to construct.The project underscores Winnipeg's ongoing infrastructure modernization efforts.