# How Alberta’s relationship with the federal government could shape next week’s referendum vote

https://mins.news/en/video/102576

- Global News, 2026-10-16 03:00 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uace1yfLOX0

> Canada’s political focus has shifted to Alberta, where voters will decide whether to remain in the country or proceed with a binding independence referendum. Many Albertans have long been dissatisfied with the province’s relationship with the rest of Canada, though not all support separation; those grievances could still influence Monday’s vote.

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