The Macdonald Bridge will be closed to all vehicles from Friday, Jan. 9 at 8 pm to Monday, Jan. 12 at 5:30 am for maintenance. Bike lane and pedestrian walkway will be open, but users may face delays. Traffic control will provide direction.

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January 7, 2026 Macdonald Bridge closure Jan. 9-12 for final bearing replacement work

December 3, 2025 Windsor St. Exchange Redevelopment: What MacKay Bridge motorists need to know

October 20, 2025 MacKay Bridge to close Oct. 24-26 weekend: HHB offers free ferry service

September 18, 2025 Macdonald Bridge will be closed to all traffic Sept. 19 weekend

September 5, 2025 Macdonald Bridge overnight closures and Barrington Street ramp closures

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Media Releases

July 11, 2023 Bike Lane completed earlier than expected! Cyclists are thrilled!

June 9, 2023 Experience the spectacular view: Bridgewalk 2023 on the Macdonald Bridge

May 24, 2023 MacKay Bridge closed during the day May 27-28 for maintenance

May 15, 2023 Macdonald Bridge closes for Blue Nose Marathon Sunday Morning

April 19, 2023 Halifax Harbour Bridges celebrates Earth Day 2023 with lighting shutdown

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Monthly Traffic Volumes

DECEMBER

MACKAY BRIDGE	1,857,488
MACDONALD BRIDGE	1,166,612
VEHICLE TOTAL	3,024,100
CYCLISTS	959
PEDESTRIANS	2844