DC Byte: Canada’s Data Centre Market Surpasses 10 GW Capacity
September 26, 2025
Canada’s data centre market is entering a breakout phase. With total IT capacity surpassing 10 GW across live, under construction, committed, and early-stage projects, the country has rapidly transitioned from steady growth to exponential expansion.
DC Byte’s latest Market Spotlight provides a clear picture of this transformation, highlighting where opportunities lie for operators, investors, and developers.
Report covers:
- The Scale of Canada’s Market: Over 75% of capacity is concentrated in early stage and committed phases, pointing to a strong forward pipeline.
- Three Core Hubs: Toronto, Montreal, and Alberta account for 93% of national IT load.
- Wonder Valley: Alberta’s landmark 5.6 GW development, financed by O’Leary Ventures, is the largest single project ever announced in Canada.
- Sustainability Advantage: 60% of Canada’s power comes from hydropower, giving the country one of the cleanest and most cost-efficient energy profiles globally.
- Market Leaders and New Entrants: Vantage, Cologix, and Compass dominate today’s live capacity, while O’Leary and Beacon are reshaping the leaderboard with AI and GPU-focused builds.
Highlights
- 10 GW+: Total IT capacity tracked across Canada
- 93%: Share of IT load concentrated in Toronto, Montreal, and Alberta
- 5.6 GW: Capacity of Wonder Valley, Canada’s largest single project
- 60%: Share of national power from hydropower
- 2027: Timeline when AI and GPU-focused builds will begin to shift the leaderboard
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