A key project element is the inclusion of a Community Benefits Plan which includes the Workforce Development and Participation Strategy and the Neighbourhood Infrastructure Strategy.

The aggressive construction schedule for the Gordie Howe International Bridge project will continue through the summer and fall 2020 into winter 2020-21. Construction is ongoing simultaneously throughout the four project components

The Gordie Howe International Bridge Community Benefits Plan includes $20 million (CDN) in direct community investments for Windsor, Ontario and Detroit, Michigan.