Dr. Murray Howe
Coverage of Dr. Murray Howe in the Nexus archive.
- Canada celebrates Gordie Howe bridge opening — without Michigan — amid tariff riff
Canada celebrated the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge in Windsor, marking a major infrastructure project after decades of planning. The event excluded U.S. and Michigan representatives due to ongoing trade tensions, including President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. The bridge is set to open for traffic on Monday, introducing competition to the privately owned Ambassador Bridge.
- Trump challenges Gordie Howe Bridge deal as Windsor celebrates opening milestone
Thousands in Windsor celebrated the completion of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, set to open to vehicle traffic on July 27, 2026, with no U.S. officials attending due to trade tensions. President Donald Trump claimed Canada excluded the U.S. from the ceremony and renegotiated the bridge’s profit-sharing agreement, which Canadian officials did not address.