Gordie Howe Bridge Deal Sparks Political Fire | Calgary News

The Gordie Howe Bridge, set to open Monday, has sparked political firestorm after Trump claimed Canada disinvited the U.S. — and that the new deal gives America half the profits. But Canadian officials insist the original 2012 agreement still stands, with Canada collecting all tolls until repaying the $6.4 billion debt — only then splitting profits 50/50. The new “in-principle” deal, which offers the U.S. 50% of net revenues for 15 years, leaves key terms like operating costs and debt murky. Freeland says the new deal runs alongside the old one, but opposition MPs demand transparency, accusing the government of misleading Canadians. As the bridge prepares to open, the money debate rages on. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/202f75b133dd1ec1