Synapse Data Center Proposes $10 Billion AI Hub in Olds, Alberta
NATURAL GASDATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
Synapse Data Center Inc. has proposed a $10 billion investment to construct a one-gigawatt data center in Olds, Alberta, which is set to create 2,000 construction jobs and over 1,000 long-term technology positions. The facility, designed to be ten times larger than current Canadian data centers, will operate using a closed-cycle natural gas system, independent of the provincial grid. The Town of Olds is seeking regulatory approvals to advance the project, highlighting its potential economic and technological impact.

Jan 28, 2026, 4:45 PM