Government of Newfoundland and LabradorEastern (Burin & Bonavista)
$23.47-million contract awarded for Marystown Harbour Bridge replacement
The provincial government has awarded Trident Construction Limited a $23.47-million contract to replace Marystown Harbour’s Canning Bridge. The multi-year project will involve building a new two-span concrete bridge, creating opportunities for workers in bridge and concrete construction.
The Provincial Government has awarded a $23.47 million contract to Trident Construction Limited for the replacement of the Marystown Harbour Bridge, known locally as the Canning Bridge.
The multi-year project includes construction of a new two-span concrete bridge, a new long-span underpass at Ville Marie Drive, roadway reconstruction, sidewalks, drainage improvements, retaining walls, signage and guiderail installation.
Roads infrastructure is vital to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador, connecting communities, supporting local businesses, and providing safe and reliable access to employment, education, health care and essential services. Through this initiative, the aging bridge and underpass infrastructure in Marystown will be replaced, improving public safety, reliability and long-term transportation capacity through the harbour area. It will help ensure residents, businesses and visitors continue to benefit from a safe and reliable transportation network in the region.
Investments such as the replacement of the Canning Bridge in Marystown help ensure transportation networks remain safe, dependable and resilient, while supporting current needs and positioning communities for future growth and prosperity.
It is anticipated the project will be substantially completed by August 2028.
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“The replacement of the Canning Bridge is a significant investment in the safety and reliability of an important piece of transportation infrastructure in the region. This project will improve traffic flow and help ensure residents and businesses continue to have dependable access for years to come.”
Honourable Barry Petten
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
“The award of the construction contract for the replacement of Canning Bridge in Marystown is welcome news for the District of Placentia West-Bellevue. This project demonstrates our government’s commitment to addressing transportation challenges, improving road infrastructure and ensuring safe and reliable travel for residents and families across the region. I thank Premier Wakeham and Minister Petten for their commitment to this important project and to the people of our district.”
Jeff Dwyer
MHA for Placentia West-Bellevue
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