Windsor and Detroit's New Gateway: Gordie Howe Bridge Fuels $3.17 Billion Growth and Champions Social Change

The Gordie Howe International Bridge project, North America's largest bi-national infrastructure undertaking valued at $6.4 billion (CDN), exemplifies excellence in social responsibility with measurable achievements. The project has created over 11,400 jobs, with 42% filled by local workers, and engaged 275+ local businesses. It has contributed $1.87 billion to Detroit's GDP and $1.3 billion to Windsor's GDP. Environmental efforts include achieving ISO 14001 certification, LEED v4 Silver ratings for its port facilities, and an Envision™ Platinum Award. Socially, the project will invest $23 million in community improvements, has established a toll-free multi-use path to promote transportation equity, and delivered a Visual Arts Program that includes Indigenous art and a Commemorative piece recognizing the Underground Railroad, all informed by extensive community engagement. These initiatives have earned the project numerous awards, setting a new standard for cross-border infrastructure projects.