Liberals tout support for Alberta after decisive vote rejecting separation referendum

‘Albertans are very pragmatic people. We want to see real, tangible results for Alberta,’ says Tory MP and referendum lead Dane Lloyd.

Prime Minister Mark Carney told reporters on Oct. 20 that the federal government would take Albertans' votes on the other nine questions included in the referendum ‘into account,’ adding his government has already taken steps to lower immigration.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY ELEANOR WAND

October 20, 2026

The morning after Albertans voted against holding a referendum to separate from Canada, Liberals touted their commitment to deliver for the province, while the Conservatives’ referendum lead said Albertans want to see “real” results from the federal government. &n...

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