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The Peace Bridge is an international road bridge crossing the Niagara River between Buffalo, New York, in the United States, and Fort Erie, Ontario, in Canada. The steel arch bridge opened in 1927 and serves road traffic between the two countries. Its name refers to the long period of peaceful relations between Canada and the United States.

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Where does the Peace Bridge cross?

The Peace Bridge crosses the Niagara River between Buffalo, New York, and Fort Erie, Ontario. It is an international road crossing linking the United States and Canada. [Transport Canada](https://tc.canada.ca/en/corporate-services/transparency/briefing-documents-transport-canada/2023-dm/transport-canada-structure-portfolio/shared-governance-organizations/buffalo-fort-erie-public-bridge-authority)

When did the Peace Bridge open?

The bridge opened to public traffic in June 1927, with official opening ceremonies held on 7 August 1927. The bridge's construction began in 1925 and created a direct road link between Buffalo and Fort Erie. [Fort Erie Museum](https://www.forterie.ca/museum/museum-sites/historic-exhibits-and-education/peace-bridge-milestones-exhibit/)

Why is it called the Peace Bridge?

The name commemorates more than a century of peace between the United States and Canada following the War of 1812. The bridge was planned as a memorial crossing as well as a transportation route. [Peace Bridge history](https://www.peacebridge.com/peace-bridge-history/)

Who operates the Peace Bridge today?

The Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority manages the crossing through a binational arrangement involving New York and Ontario. Its role covers international road traffic, trade and tourism between the two countries. [Transport Canada](https://tc.canada.ca/en/corporate-services/transparency/briefing-documents-transport-canada/2023-dm/transport-canada-structure-portfolio/shared-governance-organizations/buffalo-fort-erie-public-bridge-authority)

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