Before You Vote: Referendum Reference Guide
What each question asks, what a result means, and where to read more. Plain language, no persuasion.
Before You Vote: Provincial Legal Priority
Whose laws win in a provincial-federal conflict?
Before You Vote: Provincial Programs & Federal Funding
Receiving social service funding unconditionally
Before You Vote: Provincial Courts and Justice Selection
A question of who should appoint judges and why it matters.
Before You Vote: Proof of Citizenship for Provincial Elections
Establishing new voter identity requirements
Before You Vote: Wait Period for Social Support
The 12-month wait for social support eligibility.
Before You Vote: Eligibility for Social Services
Deciding who can access health care, education, and other services.
Before You Vote: Immigration, Jobs and Provincial Control
Who should call the shots on immigration?
Before You Vote: the Separation Question
How the question got on the ballot, what a vote means, and why it matters for the sector.
Before You Vote: What is a Referendum
Ten questions, three categories, and what they mean for the sector - starting with the basics.
Rules for Nonprofits Engaging in the Referendum
We’ve created a resource outlining the key rules and considerations for nonprofits and charities engaging in public dialogue around the upcoming October 19th referendum.
2026 Alberta Cabinet Update
Following the conclusion of the spring sitting of the Legislature, Premier Danielle Smith made changes to her cabinet on May 21, 2026. As a strong sector of more than 30,000 organizations, nonprofits in Alberta touch many different ministries. You can view the complete list of changes here.