Protests against Nova Scotia's proposed AI data centre held across the province

Hundreds of people protested across Nova Scotia on Saturday against EverWind’s proposed artificial intelligence data centre in southern Cape Breton, according to local reporting. Seven demonstrations were held, with the largest taking place in Halifax outside Province House. Protesters said the project has no place in Nova Scotia and accused authorities of withholding information. They questioned environmental impacts and argued the plan could harm residents. The data centre is expected to start operating in 2027, drawing 95 megawatts of electricity in its first phase, with a 325-megawatt expansion scheduled for mid-2028. Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston and EverWind Fuels said it would not compromise the environment or cost ratepayers. Organizers said they aim to stop this project and future ones.