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CoreWeave Anchors Calgary AI Data Centre

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CoreWeave will anchor the first phase of eStruxture’s new CAL-3 data centre in Rocky View County, strengthening Calgary’s position in artificial intelligence infrastructure. Montreal-based eStruxture said the 90-megawatt, Tier III-designed facility will come online in the second half of 2026 and support high-density AI computing.

The project forms part of more than $1 billion in Alberta digital infrastructure investment. CoreWeave, a Nasdaq-listed AI cloud platform, cited provincial support as a factor in long-term investment. Executives said the deal reinforces Alberta’s role in Canada’s data economy and global AI supply chain.

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AI Boom Drives Data Centre Growth in Calgary

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Rising demand for artificial intelligence is accelerating investment in Calgary’s data centre sector, as governments and private firms race to expand compute capacity. Industry leaders warn that access to infrastructure is becoming critical for innovation, with billions already committed and more projects planned.

Alberta’s strategy to attract up to $100 billion in data centre investment reflects growing global competition for AI workloads and digital sovereignty. However, the surge is placing pressure on electricity systems, with demand requests already exceeding current peak capacity. The expansion signals both economic opportunity and infrastructure strain for the province’s rapidly evolving technology landscape.

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eStruxture Secures $1.35B to Expand Canadian Data Centres

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Montreal-based eStruxture Data Centers has raised $1.35 billion in new financing to accelerate expansion across Canada. The package includes $750 million in asset-backed securities—the country’s first rated, asset-only securitization in the data centre sector—plus a $600 million revolving credit facility.

Backed by Fengate Asset Management and institutional investors including LiUNA, Pantheon, and Partners Group, the deal supports rising demand from AI, cloud computing, and data sovereignty needs. CEO Todd Coleman called the move “a watershed moment” for Canadian digital infrastructure, with ABS notes issued under eStruxture’s new Green Finance Framework.

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eStruxture Invests $750M in Alberta’s Largest Data Center

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eStruxture, Canada’s top AI-ready data center provider, is investing $750 million to build CAL-3, Alberta’s largest data center, near Calgary. Launching in 2026, CAL-3 will offer 90 MW capacity, supporting AI and cloud providers with its high-density, energy-efficient design. Meeting Tier III standards, CAL-3 will cater to next-gen needs, such as GPUaaS, with cabinet densities exceeding 125 kW.

Customizable data halls and inter-site connectivity strengthen Alberta’s digital infrastructure, positioning the region as a North American tech hub. Todd Coleman, eStruxture’s CEO, sees CAL-3 as key to Alberta’s digital economy, fueling sustainable tech growth in Canada.

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