Canada’s Bridge Standoff | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, a vital Canada-funded link between Windsor and Detroit, is stalled by a U.S. presidential directive — a rare and troubling moment where Washington dictates terms to Ottawa on a critical infrastructure project. Historically, Canadian leaders have fiercely defended sovereignty, from Diefenbaker to Trudeau to Chrétien, but the current government’s muted response raises alarms about Canada’s global standing and willingness to stand firm. To be respected in trade and diplomacy, Canada must reclaim its assertive negotiating voice — or risk being sidelined by…