Canada 2026 - Alberta Referendums

Non-binding referendum asking whether the Government of Alberta should take increased control over immigration to reduce levels, prioritize economic migration, and give Albertans first priority on new employment opportunities.

Non-binding referendum asking whether Alberta should require that only Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with Alberta-approved immigration status be eligible for provincially funded programs such as health care, education, and other social services.

Non-binding referendum asking whether Alberta should require individuals with non-permanent legal immigration status to reside in Alberta for at least 12 months before qualifying for provincially funded social support programs, while preserving existing eligibility for citizens and permanent residents.

Non-binding referendum asking whether Alberta should charge a reasonable fee or premium to individuals with non-permanent immigration status for their and their family's use of healthcare and education systems, while preserving existing access for citizens and permanent residents.

Non-binding referendum asking whether Alberta should require individuals to provide proof of citizenship, such as a passport, birth certificate, or citizenship card, to vote in a provincial election.

Constitutional referendum asking whether Alberta should work with other willing provinces to amend the Canadian Constitution so provincial governments, rather than the federal government, select justices appointed to provincial King's Bench and Appeal courts.

Constitutional referendum asking whether Alberta should work with other willing provinces to amend the Canadian Constitution to abolish the unelected federal Senate.

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.

Constitutional referendum asking whether Alberta should work with other willing provinces to amend the Canadian Constitution to give provincial laws dealing with provincial or shared jurisdiction priority over conflicting federal laws.

Non-binding choice referendum asking whether Alberta should remain a province of Canada or whether the Government of Alberta should commence the legal process to hold a binding provincial referendum on separating from Canada.