“Ultimately, the terms proposed by the U.S. were uneconomic, unfair and ultimately, unacceptable.”

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On the recordJuly 25, 2026
Let us remember why we built this bridge: to connect our communities and our countries, to inspire and improve lives, to create and safeguard jobs, to build a resilient future — and to build Canada strong.
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Gregor Robertson
Liberal Party of Canada
Source
thestar.com

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Speaking at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Gordie Howe Bridge.

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