The resistance to AI data centres in Canada
Episode Date: July 20, 2026There are several development projects underway for AI data centres in Canada, with plans for many, many more. The Canadian government is behind these...
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968 episodes transcribedThere are several development projects underway for AI data centres in Canada, with plans for many, many more. The Canadian government is behind these...
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