Overview
- An Abacus Data survey conducted earlier in October found a clear majority of respondents want the provincial government to shift attention to other issues once referendum vote counts are complete.
- The poll shows this preference across most demographic groups in the province.
- A plurality of respondents who identify with the United Conservative Party instead prefer the government press for greater provincial autonomy.
- Reporting also noted strong advance-poll and special-ballot turnout, indicating high voter engagement even as many want the debate to end.
- The poll is reported with limited methodological detail so it should be viewed as an early indicator of public sentiment that could influence whether the government pursues autonomy measures or moves on to other priorities.