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Microsoft’s near-operational Vaughan data centre unveiled as executives announce new community-first investment

13 April 2026

Through a $19 billion investment in Canada previously announced in December to expand its cloud and AI infrastructure across Ontario, the tech giant is putting its commitments into action by implementing five initiatives: it will pay its way to ensure its data centres don’t increase electricity prices for Canadians, minimize its water use at these centres, create new jobs for Canadians, contribute to local tax bases and essential public services, and strengthen the community by investing in local AI training and non-profit.

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