Father and son divided over Alberta separation

A family in Buck Lake finds itself split on whether the western province should leave Canada.

Oct 19, 2026

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Father and son divided over Alberta separation

A family in Buck Lake finds itself split on whether the western province should leave Canada.

In brief

A family in Buck Lake finds itself split on whether the western province should leave Canada. Albertans vote Monday on separation from Canada, with a close-knit family divided on the question. Originally reported by BBC News.

Alberta votes on separation Monday

On Monday, Albertans will cast ballots on whether the western province should remain in Canada or pursue a binding provincial referendum on separation.

Ballot also covers autonomy questions

The ballot paper also asks Albertans about options to gain more autonomy from Ottawa, including on immigration control and access to social services for non-permanent residents.

Separation debate splits Buck Lake family

Separation debate splits Buck Lake family

The remain side is expected to win, but the debate has caused tensions in Alberta. The Pietsch family at Buck Lake has a father and son on opposite sides of the question.

The big picture

Albertans vote Monday on separation from Canada, with a close-knit family divided on the question.

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