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Ottawa has initiated a project to build prefabricated homes drawing inspiration from veteran houses of the 1940s. This effort, launched in the spring, aims to address housing needs with a focus on modular construction. The initiative may face challenges related to foundation stability typical of prefab housing. It represents a modern take on historical housing solutions for contemporary requirements.

The Canadian government has missed an opportunity for significant savings by not making underutilized federal buildings available for affordable housing. This delay has resulted in continued maintenance costs for these structures, despite their underuse. Such action could have alleviated housing shortages while reducing expenses on upkeep.

Honda Canada has announced a multi-billion dollar investment project in Ontario, valued at 15 billion. However, the automaker is delaying these plans by about two years due to the slowdown in the electric vehicle market. This shift is impacting the timeline and future strategies for the company's developments in the region.