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Your Voice Has Power. Here's How to Use It.
Whether you're a landowner, a municipal councillor, or a concerned neighbour , there are concrete steps you can take right now to demand transparency and accountability.
Alberta Against AI Data Centres Coalition
The Alberta Against AI Data Centres Coalition (AAADC) is a province-wide alliance of communities, farmers, municipalities, and concerned Albertans united in opposition to the unchecked expansion of hyperscale AI data centres on Alberta's agricultural land.
Together, we are demanding transparency, accountability, and a meaningful say in decisions that affect our land, water, electricity, and future.
Sign Up with AAADCContact Officials
Contact Your Elected Officials
Your MLA, municipal councillors, and MP work for you. A direct message from a constituent carries real weight , especially when dozens of people from the same community send one. Use our templates to make it easy.
- 1Find your MLA using your postal code at assembly.ab.ca
- 2Use the template below to draft your message
- 3Send by email, phone, or attend a constituency office meeting
- 4Follow up . Persistence matters
Letter Template
Customize this template with your name, community, and specific concerns. Replace anything in [brackets].
Provincial Government
Key Ministers & Agencies to Contact
These are the provincial decision-makers with direct authority over data centre approvals, land use, utilities, and environmental oversight. Contact them directly — emails and phone numbers are public.
| Department / Organisation | Minister / Contact | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors | Devin Dreeshen | transportation.minister@gov.ab.ca | 780-427-2080 |
| Alberta Municipal Affairs | Dan Williams | minister.municipalaffairs@gov.ab.ca | 780-427-3744 |
| Alberta Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration | Joseph Schow | je.minister@gov.ab.ca | 780-644-8554 |
| Alberta Technology and Innovation | Nate Glubish | ti.minister@gov.ab.ca | 780-644-8830 |
| Premier's Office | Premier Danielle Smith | premier@gov.ab.ca | 780-427-2251 |
| Alberta Affordability and Utilities | R.J. Sigurdson | au.minister@gov.ab.ca | 780-427-3740 |
| Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) | Stakeholder Relations | stakeholder.relations@aeso.ca | 403-539-2450 |
| Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) | Public Information | info@auc.ab.ca | 403-592-4500 |
| Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction | Dale Nally | ministersa@gov.ab.ca | 780-422-6880 |
| Alberta Environment and Protected Areas | Grant Hunter | epa.minister@gov.ab.ca | 780-427-2391 |
| Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation | Tara Sawyer | agric.minister@gov.ab.ca | 780-427-2137 |
| Alberta Energy and Minerals | Brian Jean | minister.energy@gov.ab.ca | 780-427-3740 |
All contact information is publicly available through the Government of Alberta. When emailing, use the letter template above and CC multiple ministers for maximum impact.
Sign Petitions
Sign Active Petitions
Province-wide and community-specific petitions are one of the most visible ways to show elected officials the scale of public concern. Add your name and share with your neighbours.
Cease Incentives and Require Community Approval for AI Data Centres in Canada (e-7550)
Sign This PetitionJoin a Campaign
Join a Local Campaign
Organised community groups are already working on data centre accountability across Alberta. Connect with people in your region, attend public hearings, and amplify the collective voice.
Olds Transparency Project
The original community-led effort that started this movement. Active monitoring, public hearings, and direct engagement with town council.
Learn moreSturgeon County Residents for Transparency
A community group in Sturgeon County advocating for transparency and accountability around data centre development in their region.
Learn moreVulcan County Group
Led by Jasona Rondeau, a community-driven group in Vulcan County working on data centre accountability and local land use concerns.
Learn morePublic Hearings
Attend a Public Hearing
Municipal public hearings are one of the most direct ways to put your concerns on the official record. Your spoken or written submission becomes part of the public record and must be considered by council.
Tips for Attending
- Check your municipality's website for upcoming agenda items related to data centre applications
- Register to speak. Most councils require advance registration for public input
- Bring written notes. You typically have 3–5 minutes to speak
- Submit written comments even if you can't attend in person, they carry equal weight
- Bring neighbours. A room full of concerned residents sends a powerful message
Add Your Name to the Wall of Support
Join Albertans from across the province who are standing up for transparency, accountability, and community rights. Your name matters — every signature strengthens our collective voice.
AI Toolkit: Resisting Data Centre Development in Canada
The Council of Canadians has published a practical guide for communities facing data centre development — covering how to organise, what questions to ask, and how to push back through regulatory and democratic channels.
Read the ToolkitUniting Alberta for a Sustainable Future
Hyperscale Data Centres Must be Done Right!
Data Centres Done Right acts as a vital social advocacy hub in Alberta, bringing together diverse groups to demand accountability, community engagement, and environmental responsibility for all hyperscale data centre projects across the province.
Visit datacentersdoneright.caTheir Advocacy Goals
Oversight
Demanding accountability for all data centre projects.
Community Engagement
Empowering local voices in decision-making.
Environmental Impact
Ensuring sustainable practices are adopted.
Public Consultation
Advocating for greater public input opportunities.
Sharing Resources
Facilitating information sharing among groups.
Awareness
Educating the public on data centre issues.
Connect With Your Community
Submit your project and contact information to connect with others in your region who are asking the same questions. There is strength in numbers — and in knowing you are not alone.