Poilievre names MP Dane Lloyd as Alberta referendum leader
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has appointed MP Dane Lloyd as his “referendum leader” for Alberta, according to an open letter released on July 19, 2026.
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October vote on secession
Albertans are set to vote this October on whether to hold a future referendum on secession from Canada.
Poilievre’s message to Albertans
Poilievre said in his letter that Lloyd will work to listen to Albertans and address their concerns, noting that the party cannot ignore the legitimate grievances many residents feel, such as the rising cost of food and housing.
He also emphasized that those who have lost hope in Canada are not enemies and that the party aims to win them back.
Lloyd’s experience
Dane Lloyd, who has represented the Sturgeon River‑Parkland riding since 2017, will lead the effort to engage Albertans on the secession issue.
