Albertans Reaffirm Canadian Identity | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

Albertans are rethinking their provincial identity as new polls show a drop to 34% saying they identify more with Alberta than Canada — the only region seeing a decline. Despite separation debates heating up, 59% still reject prioritizing Alberta over Canada, revealing strong attachment to national identity. Meanwhile, British Columbians lead with 66% provincial pride, and provincial loyalty is rising across the country. Yet, 88% of Albertans remain proud to be Canadian — a sentiment that grows with age and is shared by newcomers and Indigenous communities. As Alberta prepares for a potential…