and goods through the Windsor-Detroit corridor. “This includes confirming that all systems, including the infrastructure technology and operational procedures, are fully integrated and perform reliability. Of equal importance is the close coordination with agency partners and the operational teams to ensure readiness on day one.” The project also reflects broader changes in infrastructure delivery across North America. Community outcomes were considered alongside transportation objectives, resulting in a Community Benefits Plan that invested $23 million in neighbourhoods near the project site. Seventy-one initiatives were delivered, focusing on workforce development, safety, connectivity, and economic opportunities. COMPLEX BINATIONAL PROJECT Grondin believes the experience offers guidance for future binational projects. Strong government relationships and clear governance structures proved essential. “Delivering a complex, binational project requires shared accountability and collaboration across multiple agencies and levels of government,” she says. “The project also demonstrates the importance of integrating high standards for design, construction and safety to reinforce long-term structural integrity and public (Photo Credit - Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority) An image of the Gordie Howe International Bridge during the testing of the lights, taken on October 27, 2025 20 APR 2026 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA
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