# Meta invests C$13B in Alberta data center to boost AI infrastructure

Digest AI · Hardware & Compute · published 2026-09-28T11:38:00Z

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## Summary

Meta announced plans for a C$13 billion data center in Alberta, its first in Canada. The 1-gigawatt facility, later scalable to 1.8 gigawatts, will support its growing AI operations. Capital Power will supply 250 megawatts initially, with a long-term agreement pending for Pembina Pipeline’s Greenlight Electricity Centre, expected online by late 2030.

The project reflects Meta’s aggressive AI expansion, with second-quarter revenue hitting $60.8 billion—up 28% year-over-year. CEO Mark Zuckerberg highlighted AI’s role in accelerating core business and enterprise growth. Alberta’s natural gas reserves, land availability, and cold climate reduce cooling costs. Capital Power CEO Avik Dey noted the project signals confidence in Alberta, with other hyperscalers reportedly evaluating the province for similar investments.

## Key points

- Meta commits C$13B to Alberta’s first 1-gigawatt data center, scalable to 1.8GW
- Capital Power supplies 250MW initially; Greenlight Electricity Centre’s gas-fired power awaits 2030
- Meta’s Q2 revenue grew 28% to $60.8B, with AI driving core and enterprise growth

## Why it matters

Meta’s Alberta data center secures long-term AI infrastructure, leveraging cheap power and cooling. The move could attract other hyperscalers to Canada, reshaping global AI compute hubs.

## Sources

1. [Can Meta’s C$13 Billion Alberta Bet Strengthen its AI Infrastructure Advantage?](https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/ai/articles/meta-c-13-billion-alberta-183810441.html) (finance.yahoo.com, 2026-09-28)

## Cite

Digest AI, "Meta invests C$13B in Alberta data center to boost AI infrastructure", 28 September 2026, https://digestai.news/story/meta-invests-c-13b-in-alberta-data-center-to-boost-ai-infrastructure

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