For immediate release
KINGSTON, Ontario, May 7, 2012 — Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) wishes to advise all residents and boaters that maintenance and testing of the La Salle Causeway Bascule Lift Bridge in Kingston, Ontario, have concluded successfully.
The bascule bridge is open and will lift for all marine traffic according to the regular summer schedule, and will lift as required for commercial vessels.
For passage through the La Salle Causeway, call 613-545-8359.
Safety is a top priority for PWGSC and we are committed to ensuring the continued integrity of the bridges we manage. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by recent closures and thank everyone for their patience and understanding.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION RELATED TO THE BRIDGE’S OPERATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Dan Joyce
Public Works and Government Services Canada
416-512-5962
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Meeta Bhimani
Manager, Communications, Ontario Region
416-512-5650
Media Relations Unit
Public Works and Government Services Canada
819-956-2315
