Alberta Separation Referendum Coverage
Albertans will vote on a non-binding referendum regarding the province's potential separation from Canada on October 19. Mail-in ballot applications are now open, while election officials and local governments prepare for the vote and related campaign rules.
Alberta referendum: Questions 1-5 heading toward yes, but 6-9 just flipped to no
Alberta referendum vote draws mixed emotions from Calgary voters
As Albertans prepare to vote on separation and nine ballot questions, some see a historic chance while others express frustration at the cost.
Alberta and Saskatchewan premiers reject Elon Musk's separation calls
The tech billionaire posted on X that Quebec, Alberta and Saskatchewan should separate from Canada. Premier Danielle Smith says she...
Tsuut'ina Nation head chief says Alberta separation is not possible
Ellery Starlight warns separation referendum on October 19 would be blocked by First Nations who will never relinquish treaty rights.
Albertans vote on separation, immigration control and provincial power October 19
Ten ballot questions will ask voters whether Alberta should start the process to separate from Canada, tighten immigration rules, and...
Nearly half of Albertans remain undecided on Oct. 19 referendum's nine key questions
A CBC-commissioned poll shows 54% support taking more control over immigration, but support for restricting temporary residents' access...
Special ballot deadline for Alberta separation referendum is tomorrow
Flags emerge as rallying symbols ahead of Alberta separation referendum on October 19
As Albertans prepare to vote on separatism, the Canadian and Alberta flags have become focal points for federalists and separatists...
Pro-Canada side struggles against separatists' money and messaging advantage
Polling shows most Albertans would vote to stay in Canada, but the separatist campaign has raised three times more money and dominates...
Mayor Farkas wants council to endorse Alberta staying in Canada; other councillors object
Mayor Jeromy Farkas is seeking a special meeting to have Calgary city council make a public statement on Alberta separation. Most...
Alberta government launches $4M campaign urging voters to stay in Canada before October referendum
The province is spending $4 million on TV, radio, online and billboard ads ahead of the October 19 separation vote, with Premier Smith...
Federal Conservatives launch campaign to keep Alberta in Canada ahead of October referendum
The 'Conservatives for Canada' campaign aims to engage 1.4 million Conservative voters to support staying in Canada in the Oct. 19...