An Interprovincial Link Expected for Over 100 Years in the National Capital Region
Ottawa, January 30, 2025 – After more than a century of planning and discussion, the National Capital Region (NCR) is finally set to get an interprovincial link. The federal government has announced that it will provide funding for a new bridge between Gatineau, Quebec and Ottawa, Ontario.
The bridge is expected to cost $2 billion and will be built over the next five years. It will be located near the Chaudière Falls and will connect Highway 5 in Gatineau to Highway 417 in Ottawa.
The bridge has been a long-time dream for residents of the NCR. The first proposal for a bridge between Gatineau and Ottawa was made in 1889, but it was not until 1959 that the two provinces agreed to work together on a project. However, the project was delayed for decades due to funding issues and disagreements over the location of the bridge.
The new bridge is expected to have a significant impact on the NCR. It will improve traffic flow between Gatineau and Ottawa, reduce congestion on existing bridges, and create new opportunities for economic development. The bridge is also expected to boost tourism in the region.
The federal government’s announcement has been welcomed by both the Quebec and Ontario governments. Quebec Premier François Legault said that the bridge is a “major victory” for the province. Ontario Premier Doug Ford said that the bridge will be a “game-changer” for the NCR.
The bridge is expected to open in 2028.
An Interprovincial Link Expected for Over 100 Years in the National Capital Region
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