CSIS Warns Alberta Referendum at Risk | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 4, 2026 · 1m

Alberta’s upcoming referendum is under security scrutiny as CSIS warns of potential foreign interference through disinformation. NDP leader Naheed Nenshi applauds the alert, questioning how the government will ensure a fair vote—especially after a massive data breach. Premier Smith’s office pushes back, calling Nenshi misleading and highlighting their own security measures, including top-secret CSIS briefings and a provincial intelligence unit working with national agencies to monitor threats. With both sides locked in debate, voters are being urged to stay vigilant as election day nears…