Democracy belongs to the people

Holding Alberta’s elected officials accountable.

We help ordinary Albertans understand their democratic rights, organize in their communities, and turn concern into constructive action.

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35,000+petition signatures
90 daysto collect signatures
60%of the last vote required
1 goalresponsive government

Albertans just like you

Grassroots by design.

AB Resistance is a citizen-led organization built on a simple idea: elected representatives work for the people, and Albertans deserve the tools to hold them to that promise.

Our mission

“To leverage our collective effort to encourage and activate Albertans to share their most inspiring future for this province.”

We provide education, practical organizing support, volunteer connections, and a space for informed conversation. We are non-partisan in our belief that accountability matters—no matter who holds office.

Make it understandable

We turn a complex legal process into clear, practical steps and point people to official sources.

Build local capacity

We connect neighbours, organizers, canvassers, researchers, and volunteers around shared work.

Support citizen leaders

We offer planning, communications, training, and operational help to community-led efforts.

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News, context, and ways to act.

We build community, share knowledge, and move Albertans to action. Follow AB Resistance for regular provincial news and organizer updates.

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Listen. Learn. Question.

The Speaker Series

Long-form conversations with subject-matter experts on the issues shaping Alberta—hosted by Ali Morrison.

All conversations

Go deeper than the headline.

Explore the full Speaker Series archive and hear informed perspectives on Alberta’s future.

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Public policy

Understanding the Alberta Pension Plan

With David Carpenter, CPA and five-time former mayor of Lethbridge.

Civic conversation

A conversation with Nate Pike

A wider look at participation, accountability, and Alberta politics.

What can you do?

Choose one step. Start today.

Lasting civic power is built through many practical acts. Pick the one that fits your time, energy, and skills.

There is a place for you

Bring what you’re good at.

You do not need political experience. You need curiosity, care for your community, and a willingness to help.

Behind the scenes

Design, writing, research, data, technology, advertising, and administration.

Organizing

Volunteer coordination, events, community outreach, and canvassing.

Leadership

Team leads, community conveners, advisors, and future board members.

Tell us how you want to help.

We’ll connect you with an opportunity that fits.