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Opposing the Referendum on Alberta's Separation from Canada Amid Limited Support

Published July 29, 2026 at 8:32 AM UTC

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The validation of the Alberta separatist petition by Elections Alberta raises concerns about proceeding with a referendum on Alberta's potential independence, given the current limited public support. Recent polls indicate that only 18% of Albertans would vote for separation if a binding referendum were held, a decline from 28% support in January 2026.