Deh Cho Bridge rates to see an increase in May

The Government of the Northwest Territories’ Department of Infrastructure announced today that toll rates for the Deh Cho Bridge will increase.

The rates will rise by 1.2%, with costs depending on the size of the vehicle.

  • Tolling Class A (2-4 axles, pick-up or bus with trailer): $99
  • Tolling Class B (5-6 axles, excluding pick -up or bus with trailer): $179
  • Tolling Class C (7-8 axles, excluding pick-up or bus with trailer): $315
  • Tolling Class D (9 or more axles, excluding pick-up or bus with trailer): $408

The Bridge will continue to be monitored through on-road patrols and an electronic toll monitoring system.

The increase will kick in on Tuesday, May 1st.

Cameron Wilkinson
Cameron Wilkinson
News Reporter

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