Full closure of Chaudière Crossing due to rising water levels

Media advisory

For immediate release

Gatineau, Quebec, May 2, 2023 — Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise the public that due to safety concerns over rising water levels, there will be a full closure of the Union Bridge on the Chaudière Crossing to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The closure is in effect as of:

  • Tuesday, May 2, at 5 pm

The planned re-opening of the bridge on Friday, May 5, is now delayed due to the high water levels and flows.

PSPC will work diligently to open the bridge as soon as possible, however, commuters should be aware that the closure could last several weeks.

This message will remain in effect until conditions change.

Contacts

Real Property Services
Public Services and Procurement Canada
tpsgc.biensimmobiliers-realproperty.pwgsc@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

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