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'Calgary needs to show up': How Calgary could shape support for Alberta separation in October referendum - June 10, 2026
Read on the Calgary Herald
Jun 101 min read


Separation helping oil and gas sector: analyst | Alberta Primetime - June 9, 2026
Watch on CTV News The separation debate in Alberta may be having a positive effect on the province's energy sector as it prompts discussions between the provincial and federal governments and encourages them to move forward with building a pipeline, according to public opinion consultant Janet Brown.
Jun 91 min read


Premier Smith makes case for Canada to sold-out crowd of UCP supporters - June 6, 2026
Read on CBC Consistent polls have shown support for separation hovering around a third of voters. Earlier this year, a Janet Brown Opinion Research survey for CBC News suggested 57 per cent of UCP supporters are in favour of separation. Find more on the CBC Project here
Jun 61 min read


Alberta Referendum Poll Tracker - June 5, 2026
Read on The Writ
Jun 51 min read


Janet Brown on provincial politics - May 29, 2026
Listen on the Homestretch Political watcher Janet Brown joins us to reflect on the week in Alberta politics.
May 291 min read


Separatists ignoring Carney's economic efforts, pipeline MOU: analyst | Alberta Primetime - May 28, 2026
Watch on CTV News Separatists are working to convince Albertans to vote for separation and the UCP is taking a stand for staying in Canada. Duane Bratt, a political scientist, and John Santos, a political analyst, discuss these topics and more on the Politics Panel.
May 281 min read


Carney’s remarks on Alberta referendum ‘on point,’ but pollsters say Albertans would like to see concrete results, and caution PM and Poilievre against inflaming tensions - May 25, 2026
Read on the Hill Times By taking concrete action on key issues for Albertans, Prime Minister Mark Carney is trying to send a message that he wants the federation to work better for Alberta, says pollster Janet Brown. Meanwhile, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says he and his MPs will campaign for Alberta to remain part of Canada.
May 261 min read


And the last time I asked the question, 27% of Albertans said that they would vote for separation in a referendum - May 26, 2026
Watch on CBC Watcher Alberta pollster Janet Brown "And the last time I asked the question, 27% of Albertans said that they would vote for separation in a referendum." "And that number has barely budged outside of the margin of error in eight years." Find more on the CBC Project here
May 261 min read


Insights and perspective on Alberta politics with Janet Brown and John Santos - May 25, 2026
View on PAAC The Public Affairs Association of Canada, Alberta Chapter, with support from the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, invites you to a special luncheon featuring Janet Brown, one of Alberta’s most respected pollsters and political analysts, and John Santos, a leading expert on voter behaviour. Widely regarded as two of Canada’s most accurate and insightful analysts, Janet and John will share their latest research and reflections on Alberta’s evolving political and publi
May 251 min read


Danielle Smith tries to blame 700,000 illusory Albertans for her separatism gambit - May 24, 2026
Read on the Globe and Mail Separatism isn’t popular in Alberta – except for the one place it matters to Ms. Smith. In April, pollster Janet Brown clocked 27 per cent of the province in favour of separation, 67 per cent against and six per cent on the fence. But among UCP supporters, separatism runs much higher at 57 per cent support. That’s not a coincidence – separatist campaigners openly talk about flooding party membership and grassroots leadership to keep the Premier and
May 241 min read


The Scrum: Alberta Referendum vote - May 24, 2026
Watch on CTV Janet Brown, Jen Gerson and Graham Richardson discuss how Albertans could perceive the referendum vote.
May 241 min read


Alberta Calls Vote on Oil-Rich Region’s Future in Canada - May 22, 2026
Read on Energy Connects Surveys also suggest separatism lacks broad appeal and is particularly opposed by women and residents of Alberta’s largest cities. A poll last month of 1,200 residents by Janet Brown Opinion Research found support for the separatist cause at 27%, with 67% saying they would vote against it.
May 221 min read
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