Alberta’s Separatist Referendum Debate Stokes Divisive Political Fire

Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 8:21 am

Heated debate swirls as Premier Smith pushes for a 2026 separatist referendum in Alberta, sparking fierce criticism and concern over potential provincial disunity. Critics decry the gamble as reckless while supporters champion it as a bold step toward self-determination, illustrating Alberta’s volatile political climate with a mix of alarm and sardonic wit.

calgaryherald.com / Breakenridge: Caving to the separation crowd has serious consequences

Premier Smith wants to negotiate with Ottawa and consult with Albertans, but has caved to the separation crowd before any of that has even happened

calgaryherald.com / Opinion: Keeping Alberta in the Maple Leaf fold: Carney’s playbook for unity

Prime Minister Mark Carney has a dilemma. Alberta’s got one foot out the door, waving the separation flag like a kid who’s had enough of family game night. Premier Danielle Smith’s recent push for a 2026 referendum — backed by a bill that makes it easier to gather signatures — has separation talk…

nationalpost.com / André Pratte: Premier Smith’s very risky referendum bet

Once out of the bottle, the referendum genie is impossible to control

edmontonjournal.com / Tuesday's letters: Separatist referendum will cause suffering

Having endured two separatist referendums in my home province of Quebec in 1980 and 1995, I can say with confidence that they caused suffering. Neighbours stopped being neighbourly, friendships were shattered, couples divorced, families were irreparably divided, employees were instructed not to…

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