Resources
Here are some related articles, recent polls and sources you can check for more information about the referendum questions.
ON OUR READING LISTCBA Alberta Referendum Analysis
The Canadian Bar Association weighs in with their analysis of the referendum questions.
Confused by the questions? You’re not alone.
A recent Angus Reid poll shows that many of the referendum questions are not only confusing, but people agree with parts of some questions but not others.
CanadaWest Foundation Special Policy Report: Alberta in Confederation
The economic, trade and constitutional realities of separation.
The 2026 Alberta Referendum: the facts about all 10 questions
Dignity Forum, an Alberta-based charitable organization whose purpose is to combat systemic issues like intolerance, harassment, discrimination, and racism.
How I’m voting on Alberta’s ten referendum ballots — and why.
A Breakdown Guest Op-Ed by Chris Sturwold
Weird fever dream? Sleepwalking? What is even happening in Alberta right now?
By Dave Cournoyer
Our full collection of October referendum resources
Campaign Sites
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Home page for the Forever Canadian movement which lead the successful petition drive to sign up more than 400,000 Albertans who want Alberta to remain in Canada.
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“A movement of Albertans who believe our future is strongest within a united Canada.”
Home page of the “Stay “campaign spearheaded by Jason Kenney, Monte Solberg, Travis Toews and Jen Gerson.
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“A grassroots campaign dedicated to preventing Alberta’s separation from Canada, protecting Canada’s constitutional democracy, and standing for immigration and newcomers to our great province.”
Website of Alberta’s Voice, a registered third-party advertiser with Elections Alberta, opposing the nine referendum questions and the separatist movement.
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The NDP’s pro-Canada, anti-separation website.
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The government’s official referendum site which has been criticized for being misleading and biased.
(For a full analysis and “reality check” on the government site see Albertareferendumb2026.ca and other articles on our website.)
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From the Alberta Liberal Party:
Alberta is stronger within Canada.
The separation referendum puts your job, your pension, and your family's future at risk. The Alberta Liberal Party is leading the campaign to keep Alberta united and prosperous.
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Public Interest Alberta is a province-wide, non-profit, and non-partisan organization dedicated to advocating for public interest issues. They support remaining in Alberta and oppose the other nine referendum questions.
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Forward Thinking, Forward Weekly
Alberta is at a turning point, and staying informed shouldn't feel like a full-time job. Forward Weekly is your antidote to the political chaos. Every Sunday, Forward Weekly delivers the essential roundup you actually need: original progressive commentary, what just happened, what's coming next and exactly how you can fight back.
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5x for Canada’s intent is to empower people to be campaign managers in their own communities by providing them with the tools and support to identify and mobilize voters within their own networks.
Top Recommended Reading
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The Canadian Bar Association weighs in with their analysis of the referendum questions.
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Alberta’s 2026 referendum asks voters whether temporary residents should face higher costs — or reduced access — for healthcare and education systems. Explore the facts before you vote on October 19.
Written by Dignity Forum, an Alberta-based charitable organization whose purpose is to combat systemic issues like intolerance, harassment, discrimination, and racism.
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On October 19, 2026 Albertans will have to make a number of difficult choices on a list of questions presented to them. This Guide is a product of requests from friends and family, for background information to help them understand the implications of these intimidating questions.
Written by Doreen Barrie, Ph.D. Department of Political Science, University of Calgary.
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How I’m voting on Alberta’s ten referendum ballots — and why.
A Breakdown Guest Op-Ed by Chris Sturwold
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In an August 17, 2026 article in the Globe and Mail (Russian, U.S. interests are targeting Alberta’s separatist debate Canadian research shows) journalist Grant Robertson reports that Canadian researchers are tracking foreign influence in Alberta's separatism debate using an AI tool called Cipher. This AI tool was developed by Brian McQuinn at the University of Regina's Centre for Artificial Intelligence, Data, and Conflict, in partnership with the University of Alberta.
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The racism on display at some separatist town halls is an important part of our provincial discussion.
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“A policy initiative for Albertans committed to a strong Alberta within a united Canada,”
A political commentary site lead by “respected voices from across Alberta’s conservative, academic, policy and community landscape.”
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“Albertans aren’t dumb. But this government thinks we are.”
Political commentary site which mirrors the government’s referendum site but offers a “Referendum Reality Check” with “commentary, criticism, public education and analysis.”
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“Concerned citizens united behind a strong Alberta in a strong Canada.”
An independent website with articles on the costs, dangers, history and news about separatism including a database of where politicians stand on separatism.
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Initiative of the Alberta Advantage Immigrant Support Society: “Dedicated to opposing the Alberta government’s planned discriminatory referendum questions and protecting the people who build this province.”
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Site aimed at combatting separatist misinformation. 10 different statements pop up, and users can choose fact or fiction to get an informed answer.
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Tongue-in-cheek site proposing Calgary remain part of Canada even if Alberta separates.
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Website of the Alberta Immigrant Services Association.
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The Alberta government designed the October 19 referendum, wrote every question on the ballot, and kept the results legally non-binding. Some disturbing facts about the referendum vote.
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A Nonprofit’s Guide to Alberta’s October Referendum
Recommended Reading on Alberta Politics
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A recent Angus Reid poll shows that many of the referendum questions are not only confusing, but people agree with parts of some questions but not others.
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“An independent Canadian media outlet focused on politics, policy and the forces shaping the country.”
Founded by Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson.
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“Advocate for protecting Democracy in Canada. Facts only, let’s connect the dots.”
Written by Cole Bennett.
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Political commentary by writer and podcaster Dave Cournoyer.
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Political commentary by University of Calgary political science professor Lisa Young
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Political commentary by Alberta writer David Climenhaga
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Site focused primarily on recall petitions and related events in Alberta.
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Commentary from the professor of political science at Mount Royal University.
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“For the love and protection of the provinces that make Canada the best in the World.”
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Home of the Rob Breakenridge show and podcast and columns and commentary on Alberta issues.
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“Promoting effective, active and engaged moderate citizenship in Alberta’s political culture.”
By writer Ken Chapman.
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Bill Whitelaw is an Energy industry analyst and commentator.
Touching on Alberta Separatism
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Journalist and co-founder of The Line
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Evidence-based commentary on Canadian politics and policy.
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“Evidence-based journalism and commentary on politics, policy, and power in Canada”
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Journalism focused on energy topics.
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“Political activist, empowering Albertans to take action for a better Alberta”
Podcasts
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The Line: Alberta
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West of Centre
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Real Talk
Daily with Ryan Jespersen
Learn the Facts
Information and perspectives on the implications of the Government of Alberta’s October referendum questions.
Separatism
Read our perspectives on the Government of Alberta’s question of our province separating from the rest of Canada.
Immigration
Read our perspectives on the immigration questions being asked by the Government of Alberta.
Constitution Changes
Read our perspectives on constitutional questions being asked by the Government of Alberta.
