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Where Alberta MLAs and MPs stand on separation

This page tracks where each of Alberta's sitting MLAs and federal MPs stands on the question of separating from Canada. It lists all 86 sitting MLAs (87 provincial seats, with Calgary-Shaw vacant and omitted) and all 37 Alberta MPs (37 federal seats).

Last updated July 15, 2026.

How to read this page

  • A position is recorded only when it comes from the member's own dated public statement or action, with a source link. It is never inferred from their party.
  • “Documented action, no stated position” means there is a sourced fact about the member (for example, an action they took, or how a news report or another party described them) that does not amount to a personal statement of how they stand on separation. It is not counted as a confirmed position and does not imply how they would vote.
  • “No clear public position stated” means I did not find a sourced personal statement. It is a neutral factual note, not an accusation and not an implied position.

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Confirmed public positions

53 of 86 sitting MLAs and 7 of 37 sitting MPs have a confirmed, self-stated public position on separation. A further 5 have a documented action but no stated position, which is not counted as confirmed. The remainder read “no clear public position stated.” These figures show overall data coverage and do not change with the filters below.

  • MLAs
  • United Conservative (UCP): 14 of 47
  • New Democrat (NDP): 38 of 38
  • Progressive Tory (PTP): 1 of 1
  • MPs
  • Conservative (CPC): 5 of 34
  • New Democrat (NDP): 1 of 1
  • Liberal (LPC): 1 of 2
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Showing 123 of 123 mlas and mps.

  • Ziad Aboultaif

    Edmonton Manning

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Nagwan Al-Guneid

    Calgary-Glenmore

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Mickey Amery

    Calgary-Cross

    MLAUCPDocumented action, no stated position

    After the Forever Canadian petition was submitted, said it was too early to speculate on next steps but reiterated the government's position on Alberta's place in Canada. He has not stated how he would vote in the October separatism referendum.

    We have always said, the premier has said, cabinet has said, caucus has said that we believe in a sovereign Alberta within a united Canada. That means that we want to be partners in this federation here in Canada.

    Calgary Herald · as of October 28, 2025

  • Brooks Arcand-Paul

    Edmonton-West Henday · Shadow Minister for Indigenous Relations

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    At a caucus press conference renewing the call for UCP MLAs to sign the anti-separatism pledge, argued separatism threatens constitutionally protected treaty rights.

    The Treaties will never be up for negotiation. Treaties are not optional. Treaties are not an afterthought.

    Alberta NDP Caucus · as of June 1, 2026

  • Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk

    Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Burton Bailey

    Red Deer

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • John Barlow

    Foothills

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Diana Batten

    Calgary-Acadia

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • David Bexte

    Bow River

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Andrew Boitchenko

    Drayton Valley-Devon

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Parmeet Singh Boparai

    Calgary-Falconridge

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Eric Bouchard

    Calgary-Lougheed

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Gurtej Singh Brar

    Edmonton-Ellerslie

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Gurinder Brar

    Calgary-North East

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Blaine Calkins

    Ponoka—Didsbury

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Joe Ceci

    Calgary-Buffalo

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Amanda Chapman

    Calgary-Beddington

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Michael Cooper

    St. Albert—Sturgeon River

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Scott Cyr

    Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St. Paul

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Lorne Dach

    Edmonton-McClung

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Jasvir Deol

    Edmonton-Meadows

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Glenn van Dijken

    Athabasca-Barrhead-Westlock

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Kerry Diotte

    Edmonton Griesbach

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Devin Dreeshen

    Innisfail-Sylvan Lake

    MLAUCPDocumented action, no stated position

    On June 5–6, 2026, declined to say whether he would vote for or against Alberta remaining in Canada when asked about the Oct. 19 referendum, saying the onus is on Ottawa to persuade Albertans to stay and that his single vote was insignificant compared to those present. In an August 2025 interview with The Albertan, described himself as pro-Canadian while saying he understands Albertans' frustration with the federal government.

    It is the federal government's primary responsibility to make sure that the country stays together.

    CBC News · as of June 5, 2026

  • Nolan Dyck

    Grande Prairie

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    At a June 8, 2026 City of Grande Prairie council meeting, said he would vote for Alberta to remain in Canada on Question 10 while also seeking more provincial autonomy and economic opportunity.

    I'm going to vote yes to stay, for Alberta to stay in Canada, but also I think the thing that we truly want is more jobs, more sovereign opportunities as an Alberta province, and be also able to chart our own destiny a little bit.

    Town & Country News · as of June 8, 2026

  • David Eggen

    Edmonton-North West

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Court Ellingson

    Calgary-Foothills

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Mike Ellis

    Calgary-West

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Sarah Elmeligi

    Banff-Kananaskis

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Janet Eremenko

    Calgary-Currie

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Tanya Fir

    Calgary-Peigan

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    Speaking to CityNews at the UCP Calgary Leader's Dinner, said the caucus is united behind staying in Canada and that Alberta must keep advocating to Ottawa.

    I, too, believe in a strong Alberta within a united Canada; it's important that we keep advocating to Ottawa to treat Alberta well.

    CityNews · as of June 6, 2026

  • Kathleen Ganley

    Calgary-Mountain View · Official Opposition Whip

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    On Threads, said the UCP keeps shifting language around separatism instead of stating clearly whether members support Alberta remaining in Canada.

    Either you are for staying in Canada or you aren't.

    Threads (@kathleen_ganley, profile feed) · as of May 2026

  • Michelle Rempel Garner

    Calgary Nose Hill

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Garnett Genuis

    Sherwood Park—Fort Saskatchewan

    MPCPCSupports remaining in Canada

    In a published column, said he shares frustrations with the federal government but disagrees with those advocating separation and argued separation does not fix the cited grievances.

    While sharing these frustrations, I disagree with those advocating separation.

    Sherwood Park News · as of 2026

  • Shane Getson

    Lac Ste. Anne-Parkland

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Amanpreet S. Gill

    Calgary Skyview

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Dalwinder Gill

    Calgary McKnight

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Nate Glubish

    Strathcona-Sherwood Park

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    In a written response to Postmedia in July 2026, said he will vote to stay in Canada and will work every day until Oct. 19 to persuade Albertans to do the same.

    I will be voting to stay in Canada, and I will work every day between now and Oct. 19 to persuade Albertans to vote to stay in Canada.

    Calgary Herald (Postmedia) · as of July 2026

  • Nicole Goehring

    Edmonton-Castle Downs

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Laila Goodridge

    Fort McMurray—Cold Lake

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Christina Gray

    Edmonton-Mill Woods · Opposition House Leader

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    At a legislative committee meeting on the Forever Canadian petition, challenged the chair's impartiality after a news release on the referendum was sent prematurely.

    This is spitting in the face of democracy.

    The Globe and Mail · as of May 20, 2026

  • Peter Guthrie

    Airdrie-Cochrane · Progressive Tory leader

    MLAPTPSupports remaining in Canada

    Leads the federalist Progressive Tory Party and says it will campaign for Albertans to vote to remain in Canada.

    Those tensions exist, but that frustration is separate from wanting to be an independent state.

    St. Albert Gazette · as of May 2026

  • Sharif Haji

    Edmonton-Decore

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Jasraj Hallan

    Calgary East

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Julia Hayter

    Calgary-Edgemont

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Sarah Hoffman

    Edmonton-Glenora

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Reflecting on the NDP's cross-province Better Together town halls on separatism, said Albertans want the government to stop flirting with separation and fight for the province within Confederation.

    We need to stand up and fight for Alberta's interests within confederation, but you get a lot further by acknowledging that you're part of something bigger and stronger than you are as an individual.

    rdnewsNOW · as of October 24, 2025

  • Corey Hogan

    Calgary Confederation

    MPLPCSupports remaining in Canada

    In a TikTok video on his @coreyhoganyyc account, said he would explain why and how to push back against Alberta separatism.

    Let's talk about why and how we push back against Alberta separatism.

    Corey Hogan (TikTok) · as of May 14, 2026

  • Nate Horner

    Drumheller-Stettler

    MLAUCPDocumented action, no stated position

    Announced he would not seek re-election and stepped down from cabinet. Opposition NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi publicly suggested the resignation was tied to feelings on a possible separation referendum. Per CBC, Horner's own statement cited his re-election plans and the election-year budget and did not address separation, and his spokesperson referred back to that statement. The link to separation is the NDP's characterization, not a position stated by Horner.

    In a post on social media, Opposition NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi suggested Horner and Jones' resignations were tied to their feelings on a possible Alberta separation referendum.

    CBC News · as of May 2026

  • Rhiannon Hoyle

    Edmonton-South

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Grant Hunter

    Taber-Warner

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Nathan Ip

    Edmonton-South West

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Janis Irwin

    Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood · Shadow Minister for Housing

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    In an interview on separatism and LGBTQ rights ahead of the October referendum, urged Albertans not to dismiss the movement as a fringe distraction.

    I worry deeply for what would come if separatism were to move forward. We dismiss this conversation at our own peril.

    Uncloseted Media / GAY TIMES · as of May 30, 2026

  • Brian Jean

    Fort McMurray-Lac La Biche

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    Asked at a July 2026 news conference whether he would support the pro-Canada side in the October referendum, said he always campaigns for Alberta and Canada together.

    I always campaign for Alberta and Canada and together is better.

    Calgary Herald (Postmedia) · as of July 2026

  • Matt Jeneroux

    Edmonton Riverbend

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Jennifer Johnson

    Lacombe-Ponoka

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Matt Jones

    Calgary-South East

    MLAUCPDocumented action, no stated position

    Announced he would not seek re-election and stepped down from cabinet. Opposition NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi publicly suggested the resignation was tied to feelings on a possible separation referendum. Per CBC, Jones' own statement spoke to his record in government and did not address separation. The link to separation is the NDP's characterization, not a position stated by Jones.

    In a post on social media, Opposition NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi suggested Horner and Jones' resignations were tied to their feelings on a possible Alberta separation referendum.

    CBC News · as of May 2026

  • Chantelle de Jonge

    Chestermere-Strathmore

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Kyle Kasawski

    Sherwood Park

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Samir Kayande

    Calgary-Elbow

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Pat Kelly

    Calgary Crowfoot

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Tom Kmiec

    Calgary Shepard

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Stephanie Kusie

    Calgary Midnapore

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Adriana LaGrange

    Red Deer-North

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Mike Lake

    Leduc—Wetaskiwin

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Dane Lloyd

    Parkland

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Todd Loewen

    Central Peace-Notley

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Martin Long

    West Yellowhead

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Jackie Lovely

    Camrose

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Brandon Lunty

    Leduc-Beaumont

    MLAUCPDocumented action, no stated position

    As UCP chief government whip, issued a July 2026 caucus statement supporting a strong and sovereign Alberta within a united Canada and saying Albertans' frustrations stem from federal policy but now is the time to help Canada reach its potential. The statement does not say how individual caucus members will vote on Question 10.

    Now is not the time to give up hope. Now is the time to double down and help Canada reach its incredible potential. With Alberta leading the way, we can turn Canada into one of the most strong and prosperous economies in the world.

    Calgary Herald (Postmedia) · as of July 2026

  • Jagsharan Singh Mahal

    Edmonton Southeast

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Shuvaloy Majumdar

    Calgary Heritage

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Kelly McCauley

    Edmonton West

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Myles McDougall

    Calgary-Fish Creek

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Ric McIver

    Calgary-Hays · Speaker

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    In an emailed response to media, said he is not a supporter of Alberta separatism and has not signed the separation petition.

    [McIver] has stated categorically he is not a supporter of Alberta separating from Canada ... [and] said he has not signed the Alberta Prosperity Project separation referendum petition.

    AlbertaPolitics.ca · as of February 2026

  • David McKenzie

    Calgary Signal Hill

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Greg McLean

    Calgary Centre

    MPCPCSupports remaining in Canada

    On his website and social media, said he stands for a united Canada and that separation is not the answer, and that the federal government must address the issues driving the debate while Alberta remains in Confederation.

    I stand for a united Canada. Separation is not the answer.

    Greg McLean MP · as of May 22, 2026

  • Heather McPherson

    Edmonton Strathcona · NDP House Leader

    MPNDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Said Premier Smith's decision to put a separation-related referendum question on the ballot was a huge mistake and that political leaders should speak up for Canada while addressing Albertans' legitimate concerns.

    She made a choice to put that referendum question on the ballot, and I think it's a huge, huge mistake.

    BNN Bloomberg · as of May 2026

  • Luanne Metz

    Calgary-Varsity

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Rob Miyashiro

    Lethbridge-West

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Billy Morin

    Edmonton Northwest

    MPCPCSupports remaining in Canada

    Said he will spend the summer talking with Indigenous leaders about encouraging First Nations participation in the October referendum, calling chiefs' defence of treaties and Canadian unity admirable and saying First Nations votes are critical to protecting treaty rights within a united Canada.

    I think this is moving beyond reconciliation now and going back to what treaty ultimately meant, which was working together.

    The Canadian Press · as of June 3, 2026

  • Glen Motz

    Medicine Hat—Cardston—Warner

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Dale Nally

    Morinville-St. Albert

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Naheed Nenshi

    Edmonton-Strathcona · Leader of the Opposition

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    At a June 14, 2026 Gathering for Treaty and Unity rally in Calgary with Blackfoot Confederacy chiefs, praised First Nations leadership against separatism and urged Albertans to vote in the October referendum rather than take the result for granted.

    Indigenous peoples have been at the absolute forefront of fighting against separatism, and I'm thrilled to be here with some chiefs and some regular people today, just to talk about the importance of Canada. We don't always get it right, but we're a family, and we are going to get it right together.

    Calgary Herald (Gathering for Treaty and Unity) · as of June 14, 2026

  • Nathan Neudorf

    Lethbridge-East

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    In a written response to Postmedia, said he is a proud Canadian and will support the pro-Canada side in the October referendum.

    I am a proud Canadian with family and friends from British Columbia to Nova Scotia, and I will continue working alongside my colleagues each day to make both Alberta and Canada stronger together.

    Edmonton Journal (Postmedia) · as of June 2026

  • Demetrios Nicolaides

    Calgary-Bow

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    In a written response to Postmedia in June 2026, said he would vote against separation in the October referendum and that his position has not changed.

    My position has been clear from the beginning and that has not changed.

    Edmonton Journal (Postmedia) · as of June 2026

  • Jason Nixon

    Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    As finance minister, announced on June 12, 2026 that the University of Calgary School of Public Policy will produce an independent report on the economic impacts of separation ahead of the October referendum, with an expert advisory panel led by Jack Mintz. He said Albertans deserve clear information before deciding. He plans to vote for Alberta to stay in Canada.

    Albertans deserve clear and credible information on the potential impacts of separation. This is a huge decision that will impact our kids and grandkids long into the future, and we cannot approach it lightly.

    CBC News (separation cost study) · as of June 12, 2026

  • Eleanor Olszewski

    Edmonton Centre

    MPLPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Rakhi Pancholi

    Edmonton-Whitemud · Deputy Leader of the Opposition

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Called on 36 UCP MLAs who had not declared how they would vote in the October separatism referendum to state their position publicly.

    Mindlessly repeating the nonsense phrase that they support a 'sovereign Alberta in a united Canada' doesn't cut it anymore.

    Alberta NDP Caucus · as of June 4, 2026

  • Chelsae Petrovic

    Livingstone-Macleod

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Angela Pitt

    Airdrie-East

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Pierre Poilievre

    Battle River—Crowfoot · Leader of the Opposition

    MPCPCSupports remaining in Canada

    In a June 8, 2026 Calgary speech launching his Alberta unity campaign, said those choosing separation are not enemies but fellow citizens frustrated with federal government policies, and urged Canadians to listen and offer hope rather than demonize separatist voters.

    As we debate the fight for a united Canada, we must remember that those who are choosing separation from Canada are not our enemies. They are our fellow citizens, family members, loved ones, business partners, neighbours and friends.

    CBC News · as of June 8, 2026

  • Marie Renaud

    St. Albert

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    After a judge quashed the separatist petition for failing to consult First Nations, called on the premier to kill the referendum push rather than appeal the ruling.

    It's not constitutional. The judge was very clear in the ruling, this needs to be put to bed and never talked of again.

    St. Albert Gazette · as of May 20, 2026

  • Blake Richards

    Airdrie—Cochrane

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Garth Rowswell

    Vermilion-Lloydminster-Wainwright

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Irfan Sabir

    Calgary-Bhullar-McCall · Shadow Minister for Justice

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Responded to a Court of King's Bench ruling on the chief electoral officer's reference regarding the proposed separation referendum question.

    Separating Alberta from our beloved country has always been an expensive distraction, and Danielle Smith's UCP government have only themselves to blame for fueling it.

    Alberta NDP Caucus · as of May 13, 2026

  • Rajan Sawhney

    Calgary-North West

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Tara Sawyer

    Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Marlin Schmidt

    Edmonton-Gold Bar

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Joseph Schow

    Cardston-Siksika

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    Told CTV he has not signed the separation petition and that he thought Canada could work.

    [Schow] hasn't signed the separation referendum petition ... he thought that Canada could work.

    AlbertaPolitics.ca (reporting CTV) · as of February 2026

  • David Shepherd

    Edmonton-City Centre

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • R.J. Sigurdson

    Highwood

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Lori Sigurdson

    Edmonton-Riverview

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Scott Sinclair

    Lesser Slave Lake

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Peter Singh

    Calgary-East

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Danielle Smith

    Brooks-Medicine Hat · Premier

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    At a June 5, 2026 UCP leader's dinner in Calgary, asked supporters to vote to remain in Canada and also vote yes on the other nine referendum questions. On June 17, after Treaty Chiefs asked the RCMP to investigate whether the referendum process amounts to treason, called the accusation disgraceful and said such language has no place in democratic debate.

    I think it's disgraceful. I think it's disgraceful that any government that wants to be taken seriously would level charges that serious against another government... that language has no place in this democratic discussion.

    CTV News (Smith responds to treason investigation call) · as of June 17, 2026

  • Jason Stephan

    Red Deer-South

    MLAUCPSupports holding a separation referendum

    In a Western Standard column, personally urged Albertans to sign the citizen petition for a referendum on Alberta independence.

    [He invited] all who love freedom and prosperity to ... act and sign the petition.

    The Globe and Mail · as of February 2026

  • William Stevenson

    Yellowhead

    MPCPCSupports remaining in Canada

    Said he agrees with Poilievre's stance on national unity and will vote for Alberta to remain in Canada on Oct. 19.

    I definitely will be voting on Oct. 19 to have Alberta remain as part of the Canadian federation.

    The Albertan · as of June 2026

  • Jodi Calahoo Stonehouse

    Edmonton-Rutherford · Shadow Minister for Forestry and Parks

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    In a joint statement with Naheed Nenshi and Brooks Arcand-Paul after Treaty Chiefs from Treaties 6, 7, and 8 passed non-confidence in the UCP government over separatism.

    Alberta's New Democrats denounce separatism categorically. It is unconstitutional; it threatens Treaty rights, and it puts Alberta's future at risk.

    Alberta NDP Caucus · as of February 27, 2026

  • Shannon Stubbs

    Lakeland

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Heather Sweet

    Edmonton-Manning

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Lizette Tejada

    Calgary-Klein

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Rachael Thomas

    Lethbridge

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Searle Turton

    Spruce Grove-Stony Plain

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Tim Uppal

    Edmonton Gateway

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Arnold Viersen

    Peace River—Westlock

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Chris Warkentin

    Grande Prairie

    MPCPCNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Ron Wiebe

    Grande Prairie-Wapiti

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    At a June 8, 2026 City of Grande Prairie council meeting, reaffirmed that a sovereign Alberta within a united Canada remains his priority and said the caucus has not given up on Canada when asked about the October referendum.

    Nothing has changed for me, right? I've tried really, really hard not to be distracted.

    Town & Country News · as of June 8, 2026

  • Dan Williams

    Peace River

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    In a written response to Postmedia, said he is both a proud Albertan and Canadian and that Albertans' frustrations are real but Alberta should shape Canada's future rather than leave.

    I love my province, I love my country, and I love my home. I am both a proud Albertan and Canadian.

    Edmonton Journal (Postmedia) · as of June 2026

  • Rick Wilson

    Maskwacis-Wetaskiwin

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Justin Wright

    Cypress-Medicine Hat

    MLAUCPSupports remaining in Canada

    Said he backs a sovereign Alberta within a united Canada and is not at the point of supporting independence.

    I'm not currently at a point where I would say that we've crossed that threshold. I think Canada can work.

    Medicine Hat News · as of May 15, 2026

  • Peggy Wright

    Edmonton-Beverly-Clareview

    MLANDPSupports remaining in Canada

    Signed the Alberta NDP caucus pledge opposing separatism and supporting Alberta remaining in Canada; CityNews reported all 38 NDP MLAs signed.

    All 38 MLAs of the Alberta NDP have signed a pledge to support Alberta staying within Canada.

    CityNews · as of February 6, 2026

  • Tany Yao

    Fort McMurray-Wood Buffalo

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

  • Muhammad Yaseen

    Calgary-North

    MLAUCPNo clear public position stated

    No sourced public statement found on the separation question. This is not an inference about their view.

The MLA roster is taken from the Legislative Assembly of Alberta. The MP roster is taken from the House of Commons of Canada. For Treaty and First Nations leadership statements, see what First Nations leaders have said. Each recorded position links to the source for that member's statement. This is a factual tracker and takes no position on separation; for how I assess specific claims, see the methodology.