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Bell Canada to Build Canada's Largest AI Data Centre Near Regina
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Why It Matters
This significant investment by Bell Canada underscores the increasing importance of AI infrastructure, positions Saskatchewan as a key player in the digital economy, and promises substantial job creation and economic growth for the region.
Key Intelligence
- ■Bell Canada announced plans to construct Canada's largest artificial intelligence data centre in the RM of Sherwood, near Regina.
- ■The project represents a $1.7 billion investment, with construction set to begin this spring.
- ■The new facility is expected to create 1,600 new jobs.
- ■The data centre aims to support the growing demands of AI technologies and digital infrastructure in Canada.
Source Coverage
Google News - AI & Sherwood
3/17/2026Bell announces AI data centre for RM of Sherwood - CTV News
Google News - AI
3/16/2026Bell Canada announces plans to start construction on Canada's largest AI data centre near Regina this spring - Yahoo News Canada
Google News - AI
3/17/2026Bell announces $12‑billion AI data centre, 1,600 new jobs - hcamag.com
Google News - AI
3/17/2026