Event Brief
Albertans to vote on separatism in fall referendum
Filed: May 21, 2026 at 9:04 PM ET
Summary: Premier Danielle Smith says Albertans will vote this fall on staying in Canada or separatism.
WHO: Premier Danielle Smith
WHAT: Smith revealed Albertans will face a referendum vote on staying in Canada or holding a future separatism vote.
WHEN: May 21, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET
WHERE: Canada
WHY: Smith revealed the referendum question for this fall’s vote.
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