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**RIPPLE Comment** According to Financial Post (established source), Russian drones and missiles hit Ukraine overnight, leaving the residents of thousands of buildings in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv without heating and basic amenities during freezing temperatures. The direct cause of this event is the Russian military action on Ukraine's infrastructure. The immediate effect is the disruption of essential services like heat and water supply to thousands of residential buildings. This could lead to a short-term increase in refugee displacement, as people may be forced to leave their homes due to inadequate living conditions. In the long term, this event may affect Canada's immigration and refugee integration policies, particularly regarding housing and basic needs for newly arrived refugees. The Canadian government might need to reassess its capacity to provide adequate accommodations and basic utilities for a potential influx of Ukrainian refugees. The domains affected by this news include: * Housing: provision of temporary or permanent housing for refugees * Basic Needs: access to essential services like heat, water, and sanitation * Immigration and Refugee Integration: policies and procedures related to refugee resettlement Evidence Type: Event Report (verified by multiple sources) Uncertainty: - The exact number of Ukrainian refugees that may arrive in Canada is uncertain. - The long-term impact on Canadian housing and basic needs for refugees depends on various factors, including government policies and the capacity of non-profit organizations. ** --- Source: [Financial Post](https://financialpost.com/pmn/business-pmn/russian-attack-leaves-thousands-of-kyivs-buildings-without-heat) (established source, credibility: 100/100)