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Flags become symbols for two sides in Alberta’s separation debate

CBC News
Jennifer Keiller
Jun 23, 2026



Spend some time in Alberta these days and you’ll see duelling flags.

Those who want to see the province separate are proudly showcasing the Alberta flag on billboards, bumper stickers and social media.

When Mitch Sylvestre, who led the petition drive to hold a separation referendum, handed in the paperwork, the crowd was filled with people waving the blue flag with the provincial coat of arms.

The Maple Leaf, on the other hand, has become the de facto symbol of those who want the province to remain and for the separation conversation to end.

Forever Canadian, led by Thomas Lukaszuk, is handing out free lawn signs to supporters, which depict a version of the Canadian flag with the group's logo in the middle.

Oliver Ho is volunteering with the group. During a recent lawn-sign giveaway, he said the Alberta flag is meaningful to him, and he does not like seeing it used in the context of this debate.

“They're trying to take our symbol and then twist it to fit their narrative, and that's something that upsets me,” Ho said.

“It's no different when if you take a flag and just, you know, drag it across the floor, use it as a floor mat. That's how I see the situation.”

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https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/flag-symbolism-alberta-separation-debate-9.7238697
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