Canada is no stranger to separatism but push for Alberta to join US is a new peril

The Guardian - World NewsEN 4 min read 100% complete by Leyland Cecco in TorontoFebruary 8, 2026 at 01:00 PM

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An Alberta separatist movement is facing backlash after members reportedly met with the Trump administration to discuss the province's potential independence from Canada and joining the United States. This has sparked accusations of treason, drawing comparisons to Quebec's independence movement in the 1990s, which also sought foreign support. Unlike Quebec, however, the Alberta group lacks democratic legitimacy, as none of its members hold elected office. Experts note that while seeking foreign support is common for separatist movements, the Alberta group's actions are unusual due to their lack of official standing. There are currently no pro-independence parties with seats in Alberta's legislative assembly.

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Jacques Parizeau 40% Lucien Bouchard 50% Alberta separatist movement ×260% André Lecours 70% David Eby 80% Alberta ×380% Trump administration ×290% Canada ×490%

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separatism 100% independence movement 90% alberta 80% quebec 70% treason 60% foreign involvement 60% proto-diplomacy 50% referendum 50% trump administration 40%

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