Oct 23, 2026 · 43 min · 13 segments
On this edition of APTN News InFocus, Cierra Bettens looks back at Alberta's referendum on separation from Canada and what the results mean for First Nations in the province. APTN News video…
Charlotte Morritt-JacobsGuest
Danielle ParadisGuest
Cierra BettensHostAlbertans have turned the tide of this nation and reset the relationship with our federal government in a positive direction.
We also know more work needs to be done.
Although results are still coming in, it appears that Albertans have directed the provincial government to take greater control over immigration so we can moderate the extraordinary population growth our province has experienced and prioritize jobs and opportunities for Albertans and Canadians.
They have given us direction to ensure temporary residents pay a portion of the cost of public services used by themselves and their families.
They have spoken in favour of requiring proof of Canadian citizenship in order to vote.
We are also waiting for Elections Alberta to confirm whether Albertans have provided direction to pursue more provincial autonomy over the selection of judges, to abolish the unelected federal Senate, and to better protect our provincial rights.
Albertans have turned the tide of this nation and reset the relationship with our federal government in a positive direction.
We also know more work needs to be done.
Although results are still coming in, it appears that Albertans have directed the provincial government to take greater control over immigration so we can moderate the extraordinary population growth our province has experienced and prioritize jobs and opportunities for Albertans and Canadians.
They have given us direction to ensure temporary residents pay a portion of the cost of public services used by themselves and their families.
They have spoken in favour of requiring proof of Canadian citizenship in order to vote.
We are also waiting for Elections Alberta to confirm whether Albertans have provided direction to pursue more provincial autonomy over the selection of judges, to abolish the unelected federal Senate, and to better protect our provincial rights.
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