Alberta voters have chosen to remain part of Canada, according to projections from CBC News. The outcome follows a high-stakes referendum that included ten questions on provincial and constitutional matters.
The central question regarding separatism was defeated, providing reassurance to business groups. The Calgary Chamber of Commerce welcomed the result, noting that staying in Confederation preserves vital trade relationships and delivers necessary economic stability.
Meanwhile, the tallying process continues for the remaining nine referendum questions. Early tallies indicate majority support for several measures, including proof of citizenship requirements for provincial elections, while a question addressing the ability to opt out of federal programs remained closely contested.
Provincial election officials noted that while most locations operated smoothly, some voting stations experienced delayed openings due to staffing shortages, connectivity issues, and late material deliveries, extending voting hours into late Monday evening.