The new six-lane bridge connecting Windsor, Ont., to Detroit, Mich., is a grand, ambitious structure — and "a sweetheart deal for the U.S."

Document spells out Canada's 50 per cent payment, U.S. veto over toll changes, and the requirement for an opening ceremony.

Missing from the document released on Tuesday is any reference to Canada recouping debt-servicing costs, an issue of conflicting comments.