EdmontonNearly 80% of Canadians oppose idea of Alberta leaving the nation: pollingRecent polling suggests a majority of Canadians — if they could — would block both Alberta and Quebec from separating from Canada. Angus Reid Institute poll looked at Canadians' feelings about possibility of losing either Alberta or QuebecMrinali Anchan · CBC News · Posted: Feb 24, 2026 8:00 AM EST | Last Updated: 3 hours agoPlayListen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.A 2025 file photo of a Canada flag and an Alberta flag flapping in the breeze with Mt. Kidd in the background. (Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press)Social SharingA majority of Canadians say that if they could, they would vote to block both Alberta and Quebec from separating from Canada, according to the results from recent polling conducted by the Angus Reid Institute (ARI).…