Alberta’s provincial referendum is scheduled for October 19, 2026, with questions that could shape our province’s future, including immigration, federal relations, and constitutional change.

The Calgary Alliance for the Common Good is launching the Vote for the Common Good campaign because we believe Alberta’s future should be built on belonging, fairness, dignity, and the common good of all.

This page is your hub for connecting with the campaign, learning about the referendum, and taking action.

Work on Environment/Climate change issues is being conducted by two of our outstanding member organizations: Calgary Climate Hub, and the Alberta Environmental Network. Individuals interested in taking action on issues of environment/climate change are invited to connect with these organizations to get involved in the very good work already underway. 

The Good Jobs team continues to advocate for fair access to employment opportunities and the recognition of the skills, experience, and credentials that newcomers bring to our communities. A key focus of the team’s work is addressing barriers that prevent internationally trained professionals from fully contributing to Alberta’s economy and workforce.  In the face of Alberta's referendum, we must remember that immigrants are gifts to our economy and society - not scapegoats. 

The Affordable Housing team continues to work toward long-term solutions to Calgary’s housing crisis. While earlier debates over citywide rezoning have concluded, the underlying challenge remains: too many Calgarians continue to struggle to find housing they can afford. Alliance leaders are now exploring new opportunities to advance policies and partnerships that increase housing supply, strengthen communities, and ensure affordable housing remains a priority for decision-makers. The team remains committed to advocating for practical solutions that serve the common good of all Calgarians.

Mental health funding is safety funding.

On May 26, Calgary City Council will consider Safer Together, the City’s Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan. We strongly support this plan, and we are writing to make sure prevention is at its core. The most effective safety investment Calgary can make is in the upstream mental health care that keeps people from reaching crisis in the first place.

The safest communities are not the ones with the most enforcement. They are the ones where people get help before they are in crisis. Council’s own Mental Health and Addiction Strategy is already built on this idea, with three pillars: Being Well, Getting Help, and Staying Safe. Safer Together is the moment to embed that logic into Calgary’s safety infrastructure for the long term.