Alberta Referendum Night

Follow the October 19, 2026 Alberta referendum: ten questions, counted division by division as Elections Alberta publishes unofficial results.

No results are published yet. Advance and special-ballot counting starts at 5 p.m. MDT on October 19. Polls were due to close at 8 p.m. MDT, but some locations have extended hours until as late as 10 p.m. MDT. Elections Alberta will release unofficial results only once every location has closed, and has up to 48 hours to finish the count.

Referendum questions

1. Immigration control (Yes / No)
2. Who qualifies for provincial programs (Yes / No)
3. 12-month residency for social supports (Yes / No)
4. Fees for non-permanent residents (Yes / No)
5. Proof of citizenship to vote (Yes / No)
6. Provinces select provincial judges (Yes / No)
7. Abolish the Senate (Yes / No)
8. Opt out of federal programs (Yes / No)
9. Provincial laws take priority (Yes / No)
10. Remain in Canada or begin the separation process (Remain in Canada / Begin the legal process)

Unofficial results: Elections Alberta. Official results are due October 29.

Official wording of the questions