US EditionMore than half of Canadians say they understand Alberta separatism: poll
- A Leger poll conducted between May 16 and 18, 2025, found that 55 percent of Canadians understand why Alberta separatism exists.
- This understanding follows decades of Western discontent, recent federal election outcomes, and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's push for easier referendum rules.
- The survey polled 1,537 Canadians and showed that while 26 percent support Alberta independence, 62 percent oppose it, and 11 percent remain uncertain.
- Leger’s Sébastien Dallaire noted a 'level of empathy' for Albertans but warned separation would have dire consequences and could prompt similar discussions in Quebec.
- The poll suggests the independence movement could gain momentum but remains divided, implying potential political shifts ahead in Alberta and Canada.
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Canada’s Alberta Province Heading Toward Secession Referendum
Alberta is careening toward a referendum with the possibility of a divorce between the conservative province and the rest of liberal Canada. ... The post Canada’s Alberta Province Heading Toward Secession Referendum appeared first on The New American.
Do you think Alberta should separate from Canada?
A new poll suggests more than half of Canadians say they understand why Alberta might want to split from Canada - even if almost two-thirds say they don't want that to happen. The Leger survey, which polled 1,537 Canadians between May 16 and 18, suggests that 55 per cent of Canadians understand Albe...
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