For immediate release
GATINEAU, Quebec, March 19, 2010 – Public Works and Government Services Canada wishes to advise all motorists that from April 6, 2010 until October, 2010, the Alexandra Bridge’s southbound lane to Ottawa will be closed to vehicles. During this period, the bridge’s one remaining lane will be open to either Ottawa- or Gatineau-bound traffic, as follows:
- Weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. – open to Ottawa-bound traffic only.
- Weekdays from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – open to Gatineau-bound traffic only.
- Weekdays from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. – open to Ottawa-bound traffic only.
- Weekends and holidays – open to Ottawa-bound traffic only.
The boardwalk will remain open to pedestrians and cyclists at all times.
Public Works and Government Services Canada apologizes for any inconvenience these closures may cause. These closures are necessary to allow for the reconstruction of the southbound lane. This work is part of the planned rehabilitation of the Alexandra Bridge announced by the Government of Canada under its 2009 Economic Action Plan.
For more information on the rehabilitation of the Alexandra Bridge, please visit the PWGSC Web site or call 1-866-674-3614.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THESE CLOSURES, PLEASE CONTACT:
Media Relations Unit
Public Works and Government Services Canada
819-956-2315
