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Alberta 2026 - Federal Program Opt-Out

Constitutional referendum asking whether Alberta should work with other willing provinces to amend the Canadian Constitution to allow provinces to opt out of federal programs that intrude on provincial jurisdiction without losing associated federal funding for social programs.

Oct 19, 2026

Constitutional referendum

Ballot preview

The Porto Voto ballot is not open yet. Options and descriptions below may still change until the event is confirmed; tallies will appear once voting starts.

Do you support the Government of Alberta working with the governments of other willing provinces to amend the Canadian Constitution to allow provinces to opt out of federal programs that intrude on provincial jurisdiction such as health care, education, and social services, without a province losing any of the associated federal funding for use in its social programs?

  • Yes
  • No