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These box buildings were constructed in 1967 and were on show during the Montreal Expo that year. There are 146 residences in different configurations made from 354 prefabricated concrete boxes. Ultimately the project failed as affordable housing because of high upfront costs. They are located on a land-filled jetty called Cité-du-Havre beside the St Lawrence River.

This is a street view downloaded from Wikipedia.

There is a standing wave in the river in front of Habitat 67 which has the same name. The wave is formed by fast flowing water hitting submerged boulders. It attracts surfers and kayakers - more Wiki pictures.

The Lachine Locks were spilling water this afternoon while I walked around the decks of our ship. I went back up for a night shot of the city.