Meta begins construction of $10-billion data centre in Indiana
Meta said it has broken ground on a US$10-billion data centre in Lebanon, Indiana, planned to deliver one gigawatt of capacity and expected to come online in late 2027 or early 2028.
Daily Briefing (Canada) — 2026-02-12
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Note of the day
5-minute news
More people in Quebec are using the abortion pill, experts say
Quebec reported a nearly 80% rise in reimbursed Mifegymiso prescriptions in 2025 (2,852 vs. 1,586 in 2024), and experts link the increase to eased 2022 restrictions, expanded prescribers and telemedicine.
Canada's first Inuit-led university announces campus location in the north.
Canada's first Inuit-led university has announced a campus location in the north. Officials say many Inuit students now must relocate to southern regions for post-secondary studies, and the Nunavik school board sponsored 189 students enrolled outside Nunavik for 2024–2025.
Air Canada to add Airbus A350-1000 to expand its long‑haul international fleet
Air Canada ordered eight Airbus A350-1000s, with rights to buy eight more, and says deliveries will begin in the second half of 2030; the airline states the A350‑1000 is about 25% more fuel efficient than older aircraft.
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Other events of the day (6)
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- U.S. agriculture groups launch campaign backing CUSMA trade dealPoliticsCBC News
- Saskatchewan mine faces final federal safety hearing.BusinessCBC News
- A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms signals a quieter future for prestige TV in WesterosArts & EntertainmentThe Globe and Mail
- Canada's big six banks back new multinational Defence, Security and Resilience BankBusinessThe Globe and Mail
- Couche-Tard reveals new strategy after ending bid to acquire 7-Eleven parent last yearBusinessThe Star
- B.C. unveils new funding model for children with autism and other support needs.HealthCBC News
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