Alberta has voted overwhelmingly to remain in Canada in a nonbinding referendum, delivering a victory for Prime Minister Mark Carney amid trade tensions with the US.
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01Summary
- 0176% of Alberta voters chose to stay with Canada in the 19 October 2026 referendum.
- 02The nonbinding vote was called after 300,000 Albertans petitioned for independence.
- 03Prime Minister Mark Carney described the result as a 'great day' and praised unity.
- 04Premier Danielle Smith said Albertans voted for 'a stronger Alberta in a united Canada'.
- 05Separatist groups have not conceded and may push for another referendum.
02Why it matters
This referendum resolves a key internal challenge for Canada, allowing the government to focus on trade conflicts with the US while preserving access to Alberta's vast oil and rare-earth resources.
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