commissioning, including system verification, safety checks, and final adjustments identified during testing. “The project team is finalizing operational procedures and safety protocols while working closely with partner agencies to prepare for opening day,” says Grondin. On the bridge structure, the deck, towers, and stay cables are finished. More than 6,000 aesthetic lighting fixtures are being tested alongside critical operational systems. “By testing and re-testing systems, the project team is identifying and resolving any potential issues in advance of opening,” Grondin says. The approach reflects the complexity of a project that must function seamlessly across an international boundary. PORTS OF ENTRY TAKING SHAPE Both the Canadian and American Ports of Entry have entered the commissioning phase. On the Canadian side, 16 toll lanes and their associated technologies are undergoing rigorous trials, including overhead signage, barrier gates, and payment platforms. Remaining work centres on integrating these systems and preparing the staff who will operate them. Grondin describes the coordination effort as one of the most demanding aspects of the project. Numerous agencies and jurisdictions bring their own operating systems and procedures, all of which must align with bridge operations. “This has (Photo Credit - Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority) 12 APR 2026 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA
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