Alberta Referendum Special Ballot Requests Surge to Over 659,000 Ahead of October Vote

Elections Alberta has reported over 659,000 special ballot requests for an upcoming referendum, compared to just over 59,000 in the 2023 provincial election. The referendum includes 10 questions, nine related to constitutional and judicial reform and one addressing whether Alberta should remain in Canada or pursue a binding secession referendum. Advanced voting runs October 13–17, with general voting on October 19. Voters who have not received mail-in ballots are advised to contact Elections Alberta by phone and can vote in person on October 19.

Alberta's independent electoral authority reports that applications for special ballots ahead of the forthcoming referendum have risen considerably compared to the same period three years prior. According to a statement from Elections Alberta, more than 659,000 special ballot requests have been received, a figure roughly eleven times higher than the approximately 59,000 recorded during the 2023 provincial election. Albertans will cast ballots on a total of 10 questions, with nine of them addressing constitutional and judicial reform. The tenth item on the ballot addresses Alberta's relationship with the rest of the country, asking voters whether they wish the province to remain part of Canada or whether the provincial government ought to initiate proceedings toward a binding referendum on separation. Requests for special ballots have closed, while in-person early voting is available from Oct. 13 to Oct. 17. Ballots will be cast on Monday, October 19. A number of voters have not yet received their postal ballots, prompting queries to Elections Alberta on X, and the agency is advising those still waiting to contact them by telephone. Voters whose mail-in ballots have not yet been logged as received will have the opportunity to vote in person on Oct. 19, according to the agency.

Alberta Referendum Special Ballot Requests Surge to Over 659,000 Ahead of October Vote

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