Windsor has opportunity to become cycling destination with new bridge [Video]

The Gordie Howe International Bridge will serve as a new crossing for vehicles, but many walkers and cyclists are also excited about the opportunity to access the U.S. in a different way.

Earlier this week parties from both sides of the border sat down to discuss a pedestrian cycling lane on the bridge.

“One word that kept coming up is catalyst,” said Heather Grondin, chief relations officer for the Windsor-Essex Bridge Authority. “The multi-use pad on the Gordie Howe International Bridge being a catalyst for tourism, being a catalyst for economic development, being a catalyst for community members to get active.”

Lori Newton, executive director of the Bike Kitchen, says a lot is being planned on the American side. “They recognize that people come here to explore Detroit and the region by trail on bicycles and so they’re working hard to make sure that those are all connected.”Canadian and …