Alberta voters reject separation referendum, CBC projects

Briefing by News4U · First published 2026-10-20 06:30:25 UTC

Alberta voters overwhelmingly rejected a non-binding referendum on beginning a process toward independence, with 76% supporting remaining in Canada.

Voters in Canada’s Alberta province overwhelmingly rejected a non-binding referendum on beginning a process toward independence, CBC projects, with 76% supporting remaining in Canada and 23% backing separation after a third of ballots counted. [1] [2] [3]

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre both campaigned for unity, while Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she would vote to remain in Canada. [1] [3]

Sources

1. Alberta voters reject plan for referendum to leave Canada, CBC projects

   The Guardian · 2026-10-20 05:50:03 UTC · Full text

2. Alberta voters set to reject separation from Canada, early results show

   Financial Times · 2026-10-20 05:59:20 UTC · Summary only

3. Canada: Alberta rejects separation bid, CBC projects

   DW English · 2026-10-20 06:13:00 UTC · Full text

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