Canada marked the Gordie Howe International Bridge opening with a Canada-focused ceremony and no U.S. officials, a decision tied to recent U.S. tariff actions that strained cross-border ties. The $6.4 billion bridge linking Windsor, Ontario and Detroit is set to open to vehicle traffic on July 27, with a multi-use pedestrian and bike path to follow on August 5. Canadian officials highlighted anticipated benefits, including significant time savings for carriers and billions of dollars in economic value, while presenting the bridge as a symbol of Canada–U.S. friendship and regional integration. U.S. moves, including proposed tariffs on Canadian goods, are noted as a backdrop to the ceremony and the decision to exclude U.S. representatives. The opening attracted Canadian political figures and local leaders, underscoring the project’s role in boosting jobs and trade and reconnecting Windsor–Detroit as a premier international gateway. A documentary-style note in coverage references broader cross-border dynamics surrounding the project.