The Confederation BRIDGE is a BRIDGE that spans the Abegweit Passage of Northumberland Strait, connecting Prince Edward Island with mainland New Brunswick, Canada. It is 8 miles long and was opened in 1997. The BRIDGE is the longest BRIDGE over ice-covered waters in the world. It is also the longest BRIDGE in Canada and one of the longest bridges in the world. The BRIDGE has been nicknamed 'The Fixed Link' due to its permanent connection between the two provinces.