Alberta separatists say they’ll keep fighting after independence vote

Afternoon front page: Now it's time for Canada to choose Alberta; separatists vow to continue fight; and more

Catch up on the stories we’re following today.

Alberta separation debate likely to quiet down, but won’t disappear, Sask. professors say

Supporters wait for results at the pro Canada watch party in Edmonton, Monday, Oct. 19, 2026. (Image Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/James Maclennan)

Alberta voters reject separation from Canada as Carney triumphs

The long referendum campaign created divisions in the country’s energy heartland.

Separatists say push for independence won't end with referendum

A large crowd gathered outside the Alberta legislature on Saturday rallying for separation. Some in attendance said they're in it for the long haul.

Alberta votes on leaving Canada; separatist movement likely to outlast expected defeat

"This issue is not going away now. Because the separatists are mobilized. They've networked. They're connected"

Alberta separatists say referendum result won't end movement

Some separatists who rallied in Alberta's capital on the final weekend before a historic vote on the province's place in Confederation insisted their gathering was no last hurrah.