Alberta Premier Says She'll Respect the Referendum Result on Province’s Future Either Way

Alberta Premier Says She'll Respect the Referendum Result on Province’s Future Either Way
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith speaks during a news conference in Calgary on May 22, 2026. The Canadian Press/Jeff McIntosh
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she will actively campaign for the province to remain a part of Canada in the months leading up to the Oct. 19 referendum, but will respect the outcome should Albertans choose to hold a binding referendum on separation.
Smith held a press conference on May 22 to answer questions about her televised address from the previous night, when she announced a question would be added to the ballot in the upcoming provincial referendum to gauge voters’ thoughts on staying in Canada.