Meta Platforms Inc. has announced a $13-billion investment to build an artificial intelligence data centre in Alberta, Canada. The project is expected to significantly boost the province's utilities and natural gas power producers, according to reports verified as of July 10, 2026.
The data centre, which will be powered by natural gas, has drawn criticism from environmentalists concerned about greenhouse gas emissions. Alberta's grid relies heavily on natural gas, and the facility's energy demands could increase emissions.
Meta has stated that the centre will support AI workloads and create thousands of jobs during construction and operation. The investment is part of a broader trend of tech companies expanding data centre capacity in Canada, attracted by low energy costs and business-friendly policies.
Provincial officials have welcomed the project, citing economic benefits. However, no specific timeline for completion or exact location has been confirmed in verified reports.
