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Edmonton Business Confidence Survey: Alberta Separatism

Edmonton Business Confidence Survey: Alberta Separation

Ongoing debates about Alberta separatism and the province's future within Canada have generated significant public attention. While such discussions are part of democratic discourse, they may have implications for business confidence, investment decisions, and economic planning.

This survey examines how political uncertainty caused by separatist sentiments is affecting Alberta businesses across sectors. Your insights will contribute to a better understanding of business sentiment and the factors that support or undermine confidence in Alberta's economy and business investment in Edmonton.

All responses are strictly confidential. Results will be shared only in aggregate and will not identify individual respondents or companies.

Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective.

Estimated time: 3 minutes
Deadline: Thursday, March 5, 2026
1.How concerned are you that discussions about Alberta separatism could affect business confidence or investment decisions?(Required.)
2.Have you already seen any impact on investment, hiring, or expansion planning in Alberta tied to political uncertainty caused by separatist sentiment?(Required.)
3.What areas of your business would be most affected by political uncertainty? (Select all that apply)(Required.)
4.What actions do you think the business community should take to support business confidence and economic development in Edmonton right now?(Required.)
5.What actions do you think the Government of Alberta should take to support business confidence and economic development in Edmonton right now?(Required.)
6.Are you satisfied with the Government of Alberta's public response to separatist sentiment in Alberta?(Required.)
7.Are you, your business, or your employer a member of the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce?(Required.)
8.What is the size of your business or your employer's business?(Required.)
9.Which of the following best describes the type of business you or your employer operate?(Required.)
10.Which sector does your business or your employer's business primarily operate in?(Required.)
11.Where is your business primarily located?(Required.)
Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.