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Alberta Referendum 2026 Coverage
Where can I find the latest referendum news?
Visit CTVNews.ca's Alberta Referendum Hub for the latest updates and in-depth coverage.
Where can I get live results on referendum night?
View real-time results for all 10 ballot questions on Oct. 19 using our Referendum Hub with live results maps.
Where can I watch coverage of this year's referendum?
Watch on CTV as well as CTVNews.ca, CTVNewsCalgary.ca, CTVNewsEdmonton.ca, the CTV News App, Crave, YouTube, TikTok, and Twitter/X. Coverage begins at 10 p.m. MT on Oct. 19 (12 a.m. ET on Oct. 20).
Election Notes & Fast Facts
When is the Alberta Referendum?
The referendum will take place on Oct. 19. Advance voting runs from Oct. 13 to 17.
When was the last separation referendum to take place in Canada?
The previous referendum on separation was held in Quebec on Oct. 30, 1995.
Which political party holds government in Alberta?
The United Conservative Party (UCP), led by Premier Danielle Smith, currently holds a majority government in Alberta.
Elections Alberta's Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
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Top Referendum Stories
Official Alberta referendum results confirm high turnout, desire to stay in country
As promised, Elections Alberta delivered on Thursday the official results of the province’s Oct. 19 referendum on immigration, constitutional reform and separation.
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