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By Dayne Patterson

Politics

Alberta musician Paul Brandt won’t clarify opinion on separation after online post

Jan 27, 2026 | 2:41 PM

Alberta country music star Paul Brandt won’t divulge his stance on the ongoing separatist movement in the province.

Brandt refused to provide a definitive answer when asked by reporters for a yes-or-no response to whether he believes Alberta should separate from Canada.

He says there are a lot of people with legitimate grievances in the province and the country.

A post on Brandt’s social media account Saturday shows a photo of him at a crosswalk with lyrics from his song “Alberta Bound” over top.

A highlighted line reads, “Yeah, I’ve got independence in my veins.”

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Brandt says it’s not up to him to make political statements to sway others.

Alberta separatists have been gathering signatures across the province to urge a referendum that would ask residents if they agree the province should leave Canada.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 27, 2026.