# Alberta votes on secession from Canada

> Alberta referendum results show 43.1% of eligible voters cast ballots for separation from Canada.
- Title: Alberta votes on secession from Canada · Nationalpost
- Summary: Alberta referendum results show 43.1% of eligible voters cast ballots for separation from Canada. Alberta voters approved a referendum on secession from…
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- Source: Nationalpost — https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/alberta-separatism-independence-referendum-vote-results
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## Alberta referendum
Voters cast ballots on whether Alberta should separate from Canada.
## Record turnout
85% of eligible voters expected to participate, up from 50% in recent elections.
## Ballot participation
1,356,873 voters cast advanced or special ballots before Monday.
## Separation question
Voters choose between remaining in Canada or holding a second vote on secession.
## Key takeaway

Alberta voters approved a referendum on secession from Canada with 43.1% of eligible voters participating.