StatementPrime Minister's OfficeOctober 20, 2026
Carney says Alberta and Canada will move forward together
The prime minister says results on Alberta’s separation question point to a shared future, while votes on other questions are still being counted.
Summary
Prime Minister Mark Carney said the October 19 results on the separation question mean Alberta and the rest of Canada will move forward together. Votes on the other questions were still being counted.
He described a future focused on new trade partners, major nation-building projects and Alberta’s role in Canada’s energy sector.
Source: Prime Minister of Canada