California, July 11 -- Meta is building its first data center in Canada with a new 1GW, AI-optimized facility in Sturgeon County, Alberta, marking the company's 33rd data center globally.

In a recent announcement, Meta said the project will represent an investment of more than CAD $13 billion and is designed to power its AI innovations and core products used by billions worldwide.

The company expects the build to create significant local employment. Approximately 3,000 construction workers will be onsite at peak, and the facility will support more than 300 operational jobs once complete.

Beyond the data center itself, Meta is committing to local infrastructure. The company said it will invest approximately CAD $60 million in local infr...