Alberta voters reject a move toward independence in referendum backing Canadian unity
A voting location in Wainwright, Alberta, is seen on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026. Ty O’Neil/AP
Ty O’Neil/AP
EDMONTON, Alberta — Voters in Canada’s oil-rich Alberta province overwhelmingly backed remaining in Canada, with early referendum results Tuesday delivering a boost to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s push for national unity amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats.
With more than 1 million votes counted, 77% supported remaining in Canada, while 23% backed beginning a
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