Opening of Gordie Howe Bridge pushed to early 2026 due to construction delays

The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge is being pushed back. It is now expected to open in early 2026. Construction delays and ongoing safety testing are behind the setback. The exact opening date will depend on final inspections. When it's finished, the nearly $6 billion bridge will connect southwest Detroit to Windsor and is expected to carry thousands of commuters every day.