Charles Milliard, a senior provincial official, announced on Sunday that the government will not commission any new feasibility studies for a third bridge linking Quebec City and Lévis. The decision was made public at 13:56 EDT and signals a halt to the ongoing discussion about expanding the crossing over the St. Lawrence River.
The province has been evaluating the need for an additional link across the river for several years, weighing factors such as traffic congestion, economic development, and regional connectivity. While previous assessments have explored the possibility of a new structure, Milliard confirmed that no further research will be undertaken at this time.
By ruling out additional studies, the government effectively pauses any immediate progress toward a third bridge. The existing network of crossings, which includes the current Quebec‑Lévis bridges, will continue to serve the area while other transportation priorities are addressed.
Officials did not provide details on alternative strategies or future plans related to the river crossing. The announcement leaves the status of the third‑bridge concept unresolved, with the province focusing its resources elsewhere for the foreseeable future.