Alberta Independence Support Falls to 18% as Only 20% Back Binding Referendum
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Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 5
Alberta Independence Support Falls to 18% as Only 20% Back Binding Referendum
3 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 5
Summary
18% of Albertans support independence in a new Ipsos poll, one of the first readings of sentiment since Premier Danielle Smith announced plans last month for a provincial plebiscite.
20% want a binding referendum on whether Alberta should remain in Canada, suggesting separatist organizers face a steep challenge in turning the issue into a winning vote.
The survey offers an early gauge of how Albertans may respond if the plebiscite proceeds, with current support well short of a broad mandate for leaving Canada.