National· August 18, 2026 at 09:30 a.m.
Elections Alberta Enlists Aid from Other Provinces for Smooth Ballot Count in October Referendum
Key takeaways
- Elections Alberta is recruiting staff for the October referendum
- The referendum includes a question about separation
- The agency aims to ensure a smooth ballot count
Elections Alberta, the provincial election agency, is recruiting staff ahead of the upcoming referendum on October 19. The vote will include a question about separation, and the agency aims to ensure a Herculean ballot count runs smoothly. This move comes as the agency prepares for an expected surge in voter participation.

