Cologix Expands Canadian Presence with Strategic Calgary Carrier Hotel Acquisition

Cologix Strengthens Canadian Footprint with DataHive Acquisition

US data center provider Cologix has significantly expanded its Canadian operations through the acquisition of DataHiveOne, Calgary’s primary carrier hotel facility. This strategic move marks the Stonepeak-backed company’s first entry into the Calgary market and includes most of DataHive’s colocation and interconnection assets, positioning Cologix to better serve Western Canada’s growing digital infrastructure needs.

Cologix Strengthens Canadian Footprint with DataHive Acquisition
Strategic Importance of the Calgary Market
Facility Specifications and Capabilities
DataHive’s Legacy in Canadian Connectivity
Cologix’s Expanding Canadian Portfolio
Market Implications and Future Outlook
Enhanced Service Capabilities

Strategic Importance of the Calgary Market

The acquisition of the facility at 840 7 Ave SW represents a calculated expansion into one of Canada’s key economic hubs. Calgary has emerged as a critical connectivity point in Western Canada, making this acquisition particularly significant for Cologix’s national strategy. The carrier hotel houses more than 30 networks, including the regional internet exchange YYCIX, providing immediate access to established interconnection ecosystems., according to industry experts

“This acquisition is a pivotal step in our continued investment in Canada to meet the growing needs of our customers,” stated Laura Ortman, CEO of Cologix. “DataHiveOne is a critical interconnection hub that not only complements our existing footprint but also significantly enhances our ability to support our customers’ digital infrastructure and interconnection needs.”, according to market developments

Facility Specifications and Capabilities

The acquired data center spans approximately 5,000 square feet (465 square meters) within a 21-story building originally constructed around 1979. The facility offers:, as related article

3,700 square feet (343.7 square meters) of colocation space
1,100 square feet (102 square meters) of office space
70kW of available power capacity
Additional capacity for racks and cages
Over 20 years of operational history

DataHive’s Legacy in Canadian Connectivity

DataHive, founded in 2004 by Marjorie Zingle, has established itself as a cornerstone of Western Canada’s digital infrastructure. Under Zingle’s leadership, the company grew from a struggling web hosting business into a vital connectivity hub. At 88 years young, Zingle continues to defy age and gender norms in the technology sector, building a thriving data center business that has now attracted major industry attention.

“DataHiveOne has long served as the heart of connectivity in Western Canada,” said Zingle. “We’re proud of the role we’ve played in enabling global reach for Canadian interconnection, and we’re confident that Cologix, with its scale, expertise, and commitment to Canada, will continue growing and evolving this critical infrastructure.”, according to according to reports

Cologix’s Expanding Canadian Portfolio

This acquisition represents the latest in a series of strategic moves by Cologix to strengthen its position in the Canadian market. The company now operates 23 data centers across Canada, including:

12 facilities in Montréal
5 facilities in Toronto
5 facilities in Vancouver
1 facility in Calgary (newly acquired)

With this expansion, Cologix now manages over 1 million square feet (92,903 square meters) of data center space and 94MW of power capacity across Canada. The company’s recent Canadian investments include taking full ownership of two Toronto data centers from CIM Group earlier this year, acquiring two Canadian assets from Cyxtera in 2023, and previous acquisitions of Colo-D and Metro Optic in 2019.

Market Implications and Future Outlook

The acquisition comes at a time of increasing demand for data sovereignty, low-latency connectivity, and robust digital infrastructure in Western Canada. Calgary’s growing technology sector and strategic position make it an attractive market for data center providers seeking to serve both local enterprises and international companies requiring Canadian data presence.

While DataHive continues to operate its second facility, DataHiveTwo, at 801 Seventh Avenue (the Nexen Building), this 9,000 square foot facility was not included in the Cologix acquisition. DataHive had previously announced a partnership with eStruxture to offer space in the latter’s CAL-1 facility, indicating the company’s ongoing strategic relationships in the market.

As Calgary’s data center market continues to evolve, this acquisition positions Cologix to capitalize on the region’s growing digital economy while providing existing DataHive customers access to a broader network of interconnected facilities across North America.

Enhanced Service Capabilities

The integration of DataHiveOne into Cologix’s portfolio will provide customers with enhanced capabilities including:

Dense network access through multiple carrier options
Reduced latency for Western Canadian markets
Compliance with Canadian data sovereignty requirements
Access to Cologix’s broader ecosystem of 40+ hyperscale Edge data centers
Enhanced security and reliability through enterprise-grade infrastructure

This strategic acquisition demonstrates Cologix’s continued commitment to the Canadian market and positions the company to better serve the evolving needs of businesses requiring robust digital infrastructure and interconnection services across North America.