Drivers are being advised of overnight lane closures scheduled for the Lions Gate Bridge beginning Thursday and continuing through the weekend.

The provincial government says the closures are necessary for joint and bearing repairs on the bridge.

#LionsGateBridge single-lane alternating traffic overnight tonight and Saturday for joint and bearing repairs.
10 pm Thursday, Nov 21 to 5 am Friday, Nov. 22
8 pm Saturday, Nov 23 to 8 am Sunday, Nov. 24 https://t.co/BoOeXDHeJ6 #northvan#westvan #vancouver pic.twitter.com/VKmEeDPLtR

— BC Transportation (@TranBC) November 21, 2019

Closures will be in place during the following times:

• 10 pm on Thursday, November 21 to 5 am on Friday, November 22
• 8 pm on Saturday, November 23 to 8 am on Sunday, November 24

“The sidewalks will remain open for pedestrians and cyclists. However, drivers should expect delays during this period and may want to consider an alternative route,” said the BC Ministry of Transportation in a statement.

• See also:
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  • 106 bus trips along 29 routes cancelled on Thursday due to transit strike
  • Classes and exams to go ahead at UBC, SFU, and BCIT during transit shutdown