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Alberta Picks Moraine Lake for New 'Strong and Free' Licence Plate

More than 240,000 public votes chose the image, with plates slated for mid-2026 availability.

Overview

  • The government confirmed the new plate will feature the provincial motto 'Strong and Free.'
  • A three-round public vote determined the design, marking the first full redesign in more than 40 years.
  • Motorists can pay $28 to switch once the plate is released, receive it at renewal at no added cost, or keep current plates if they remain in good condition.
  • Reflective technology is built in to improve low-light readability, support automated systems, and deter counterfeiting.
  • Premier Danielle Smith highlighted Moraine Lake’s international recognition and said the public choice makes the plate meaningful for the province.