For immediate release
GATINEAU, Quebec, Friday, October 22, 2010 – Public Works and Government Services Canada wishes to advise motorists that both traffic lanes of the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic from:
- 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 23
- 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 24
These closures will not affect pedestrians.
These closures are necessary to conduct maintenance activities on the bridge. This is part of the planned rehabilitation of the Alexandra Bridge announced by the Government of Canada under its Economic Action Plan.
The schedule may change due to weather conditions.
Public Works and Government Services Canada apologizes for any inconvenience these closures may cause.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Alexandra Bridge Rehabilitation Project
www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/biens-property/alexandra/alexandra-eng.html
Information Phone Line
1-866-674-3614
Media Relations Unit
Public Works and Government Services Canada
819-956-2315
