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Alberta holds non-binding separation referendum

Alberta held a non-binding referendum on separation from Canada, with about 3 million people eligible to vote. The vote could set the oil-rich province on a path toward separation. Polls showed deep divisions within the governing United Conservative Party over the referendum, while Prime Minister Mark Carney warned of threats to Canadian unity.
WHO: Alberta voters
WHAT: Alberta voters took part in a non-binding referendum on separating from Canada.
WHEN: Reported Oct 19, 2026 at 10:17 AM ET
WHERE: Alberta, Canada
WHY: The referendum asked voters about separation from Canada; no further reason for holding it was reported.
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