New Traffic Flow Chart For MacDonald Bridge

USPA NEWS - For those who live in the Halifax Regional Municipality, using one of the two suspension bridges to cross the Halifax Harbour has become a routine part of their daily commute.
Many visiting the region find excitement in connecting between Halifax and Dartmouth by the Angus L. Macdonald Bridge or the A. Murray MacKay Bridge, both with amazing views of each side of the harbour.
Since the opening of the Angus L MacDonald Bridge on April 2nd, 1955, and the A Murray MacKay Bridge on July 10, 1970, commercial and passenger vehicles have had to pay tolls that have been in place. As of March 17th, 2025 at 5:30 am, tolls will no longer be collected.

The following is the most recent Halifax Harbour Bridges Media Release: "Halifax Harbour Bridges moves to no- tolling: key traffic changes and closures Halifax Harbour Bridges reminds the public that tolling will end on Monday, March 17, bringing significant changes to traffic patterns and bridge operations. Angus L. Macdonald Bridge closures for toll plaza removal To facilitate the removal of its toll plaza, the Macdonald Bridge will close: Friday, March 14 at 7:00 p.m. to Monday, March 17 at 5:30 a.m. Friday, March 21 at 7:00 p.m. to Monday, March 24 at 5:30 a.m. Pedestrians and cyclists should be aware that they will share the pedestrian lane from March 14-17 and may experience delays. When the Macdonald Bridge reopens on Monday, March 17, motorists should be mindful of new lane configurations and watch their speeds."

"On the MacKay Bridge, traffic will be routed to the right outside lanes in both directions starting Monday, March 17, as preparations begin for toll plaza removal on that bridge. Expect to see workers and extra equipment on the bridge. The Princess Margaret Boulevard on-ramp to the MacKay Bridge will close Sunday, March 16 at 6:00 p.m. for approximately six weeks. Motorists are urged to exercise caution and remain alert for all changes as we move to free-flowing, toll-free traffic. MacKay Bridge, traffic will be routed to the right outside lanes in both directions starting Monday, March 17, as preparations begin for toll plaza removal on that bridge. Expect to see workers and extra equipment on the bridge. Weekend closures of the MacKay Bridge will be required for toll plaza removal, but specific dates are yet to be finalized."