Alberta to Add Two New Electoral Ridings for 2027 Election

The move aims to address population growth and improve voter representation by increasing the total seats in the legislature to 89.

Bill 31, introduced by Justice Minister Mickey Amery, proposes two additional electoral districts to accommodate Alberta's population increase.
The bill removes the requirement for electoral boundaries to respect municipal lines, potentially mixing urban and rural areas.
Nine of Alberta's current 87 constituencies are overpopulated, prompting the need for more representatives.
A five-member commission will be established to recommend new boundaries if the bill is passed.
The NDP opposition emphasizes the importance of fair distribution of new ridings, focusing on areas with significant population growth.