Alberta stands at a crossroads, with tensions between federal policies and provincial priorities fueling debate about our place in Canada. While a vocal minority (26–36%, per May 2025 Abacus Data and Angus Reid polls) supports independence, driven by economic and political frustrations, most Albertans (65%) prefer staying within Confederation. Yet, among United Conservative Party (UCP) voters, support for separation is higher (65%), though many see it as a protest rather than a practical goal. Premier Danielle Smith, committed to a strong Alberta within Canada, is addressing these concerns through bold action and public engagement.
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While many Albertans have lost hope in being a respected and prosperous part of Canada, Danielle Smith still believes our place in Canada is worth fighting for, but she knows change has to happen. In May 2025 Premier Smith issued critical demands to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal government, pressing for changes within six months to protect Alberta’s economy and autonomy.
These include:
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Guaranteeing Alberta full access to oil and gas corridors to the north, east, and west
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Repealing Bill C-69 (aka. “no new pipelines act”)
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Lifting the tanker ban off the BC coast
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Eliminating the oil and gas emissions cap, which is a production cap
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Scrapping the so-called Clean Electricity Regulations
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Ending the prohibition on single-use plastics
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Abandoning the net-zero car mandate
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Returning oversight of the industrial carbon tax to the provinces
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Halting the federal censorship of energy companies
Do you support Premier Smith’s fight for Alberta’s interests? What if Ottawa refuses her demands? Will Smith push for stronger measures, like an independence referendum?
Now is the time to let both the Alberta government and the Federal government know what you want! Add your voice to Premier Smith's by writing to the Liberal Government or write to the Alberta government now.
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Alternatively, Premier Smith has launched the Alberta Next Panel, a summer 2025 initiative of townhalls and online meetings to explore Alberta’s path forward, including greater sovereignty without leaving Canada. She is seeking advice on Referendum questions that could be posed to all Albertans in 2026.
Do you agree with Premier Smith's approach, or do you think she is stalling and diverting from what Alberta is demanding NOW?
Below is a letter for you to consider sending to the Alberta government that expresses a common concern being shared in the news, online and in meetings all across Alberta right now.
Dear Premier Smith and Members of the UCP Government,
As an Albertan deeply invested in our province’s future, I am writing to express concern that the “Alberta Next” panel series, launched to address Alberta’s relationship with Ottawa, is perceived by many as a stalling tactic to avoid a clear decision on Alberta’s independence. While I appreciate your efforts to engage Albertans, the lack of a definitive stance risks alienating your base and undermining trust. I urge the United Conservative Party (UPC) to make a firm decision on pursuing an independence referendum.
Recent polls, such as Abacus Data’s May 2025 survey, show 26–36% of Albertans support independence, with 65% of UCP voters leaning toward separation. Many, including voices on X, view Alberta Next as a delay to pacify separatists without committing, as noted by critics like Tim Hoven and the Alberta Prosperity Project. This perception is heightened by Bill 54’s lowered referendum threshold (177,000 signatures), which suggests openness to a vote, yet your statements prioritize sovereignty within Canada. Albertans deserve clarity. Prolonged ambiguity fuels division and distracts from addressing federal policies like emissions caps that harm our economy.
I respectfully urge you to:
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State a clear position on whether the UCP will support an independence referendum in 2026.
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Ensure Alberta Next delivers actionable outcomes, not just discussion, to address federal overreach.
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Engage transparently with all Albertans, including First Nations, to unify our path forward.
Your leadership is critical to restoring confidence and charting Alberta’s future. Please act decisively. I await your response.
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Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]​​
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