What you need to know about the proposed AI data centre in Hamilton

UPDATE: Anti-data centre protesters disperse at city hall as debate drags on

Even with a “yes” vote Thursday out of the city’s committee of adjustment, a massive data centre is likely not coming to Hamilton any time soon.

What you need to know about the proposed AI data centre in Hamilton

Hamiltonians are organizing around opposing a proposed data centre on a parcel of former industrial land by the waterfront. Here's why people are concerned, what the people behind the proposal say, and what's actually coming to city hall Thursday.

AI Data Centre Day in Hamilton: Vote at City Hall, and Federal and Provincial AI Ministers Address Hamilton Business Leaders

Thursday, June 4, 2026, is a big day for AI in Canada, and in Hamilton. The national AI strategy will be unveiled, both the federal and provincial ministers responsible for AI will speak at a Hamilton area event, and a decision will be made at City Hall regarding Steelport’s plan for data centres on the former Stelco lands. Committee of Adjustment Vote on Steelport Lands – 9:35 a.m. At Hamilton City Hall, the Committee of Adjustment will vote on…