Disinformation Drives Secession Support in Alberta Ahead of Referendum

• •Disinformation is the strongest predictor of support for Alberta's secession.
• •51% of the most disinformed Canadians support secession compared to 7% of the most informed.
• •84% of the most disinformed Canadians vote Conservative, indicating a political correlation.

A recent EKOS study indicates that disinformation is a significant factor influencing support for Alberta's secession referendum. Nationally, only 16% support secession, but this rises to 29% in Alberta, with 51% of the most disinformed Canadians favoring it. The study highlights that 84% of the most disinformed Canadians vote Conservative, suggesting a correlation between disinformation belief and political affiliation. Specific disinformation examples include false claims about federal equalization payments and Alberta's constitutional rights. The study utilized a disinformation index to assess belief in various false narratives, including vaccine-related deaths and climate change denial. The findings suggest that disinformation is a powerful force affecting public opinion and trust in institutions across Canada.