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Alberta to hold October referendum on separation
Filed: May 22, 2026 at 4:03 AM ET
Summary: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said an October referendum will ask voters about constitutional steps toward a binding exit vote.
WHO: Premier Danielle Smith
WHAT: Alberta will hold an October referendum on whether to take constitutional steps toward a future binding referendum on leaving Canada.
WHEN: May 21, 2026 at 11:46 PM ET
WHERE: Alberta, Canada
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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