The removal of the Arlington Bridge has begun. On July 16, 2026, crews removed the first piece of the historic bridge, the official start of its decommissioning and removal. The work is expected to take approximately two years.

Demolition of the bridge will begin in phases with the southern section removed first, followed by the northern portion in 2027. The work will be done alongside CPKC rail operations below.

Built in 1912 and closed in November 2023 due to structural concerns, the Arlington Bridge had long been an important connection between the North End to central Winnipeg on either side of the CPKC rail yards.

Arlington St. at the Logan Ave. intersection, looking north at the Arlington Bridge, a gasoline bus travels west on Logan Ave. Nov. 1934. Source: City of Winnipeg Archives Photograph collection  (public domain).

The same intersection of Arlington Street and Logan Avenue, July 23, 2026. Source: Heritage Winnipeg.

The City of Winnipeg will begin work on the design of a new bridge, with funding and construction timelines to be determined in the years ahead.

SEPTEMBER 2026 UPDATE:

The first phase of the Arlington Bridge demolition is now complete, on time and under budget. The City of Winnipeg is now seeking $2 million to begin preparation for next year’s demolition, with this cost to be covered by the project’s 2027 budget.

Heritage Winnipeg will continue to follow this project as work progresses and plans for a new bridge take shape.

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Featured Image: The intersection of Arlington Street and Logan Avenue looking north, the Arlington Bridge removal can be seen. July 23, 2026. Source: Heritage Winnipeg.