Vantage Data Centers (QC6 - Montreal III) Data Center

The Montreal III data center is a cornerstone of Montreal’s burgeoning tech corridor, designed to meet the growing demands of the region's digital economy. With a total building and plot size of 348480 square feet, this facility represents a massive investment in scalable infrastructure. It serves as a strategic hub for businesses looking to tap into the local technology scene while benefiting from a location that balances accessibility with high tier industrial capabilities.

Engineered for high density computing, the facility offers a fully built out power capacity of 89 MW, with 30 MW currently live. It provides a significant power density of 4 kW per square foot, allowing for robust IT operations within its expansive whitespace. This infrastructure is specifically designed to be expandable, ensuring that enterprises can scale their operations seamlessly as their data requirements grow over time.

A defining feature of Montreal III is its commitment to environmental responsibility. By leveraging the region’s natural resources, the facility utilizes nearly 100 percent renewable energy provided by Hydro Quebec. This partnership allows Vantage Data Centers to offer a sustainable colocation environment, helping clients reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining the high performance levels required for modern IT workloads.

To ensure uninterrupted service and maximum uptime, the facility adheres to a Tier 3 design with comprehensive redundancy protocols. The power systems are supported by N plus 1 UPS redundancy and N plus 1 standby power, while the cooling systems utilize an N plus 2 redundancy configuration. These layers of protection guarantee that the 49 MW of critical IT capacity remains stable even during maintenance or unforeseen equipment failures.

Security is paramount at Montreal III, which is built to satisfy the most stringent compliance requirements. The campus is protected by a fenced perimeter and monitored around the clock by onsite security staff and CCTV surveillance. Entry is strictly controlled through a mantrap and multi factor authentication, including biometric access control and card readers, ensuring that only authorized personnel can access the sensitive hardware within.

Beyond its technical specifications, the facility is equipped with a dedicated Meet Me Room to facilitate seamless carrier interconnection. It also caters to the human element of IT management by providing Remote Hands services and various onsite amenities. These include office spaces, conference rooms, breakrooms, and flexible colocation options ranging from shared rackspace and partial cabinets to full cabinets and private cages.