Original bridge opened in 1963
The Ontario government says it is awarding a contract to twin the Garden City Skyway in St. Catharines.
Skyway Bridging Partners will complete the design for the bridge, road, ramps and utility relocation. When finished, the new four-lane, 2.2-kilometre bridge will carry Toronto-bound traffic over the Welland Canal.
The bridge, which has been discussed over the last few provincial elections, was originally built in 1963 and requires critical rehabilitation to maintain its structural integrity, according to the province.
Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria and Infrastructure Minister Kinga Surma made the announcement alongside regional and local leaders, including Niagara Regional Chair Jim Bradley and the mayors of St. Catharines, Niagara-on-the-Lake, and Welland.
(Written by: Brandon Warby)