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Alberta's By-Election: 200+ Candidates, Write-In Ballots Introduced!

7/29/2025

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In a historic move for Alberta's Battle River-Crowfoot by-election, voters will cast write-in ballots as over 200 candidates vie for attention, thanks to the Longest Ballot Committee's push for reform. This innovative approach seeks to streamline the voting process, alleviating worries about confusing, lengthy ballots. Mark your calendars for August 18!

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In a historic move for Alberta's Battle River-Crowfoot by-election, voters will cast write-in ballots as over 200 candidates vie for attention, thanks to the Longest Ballot Committee's push for reform. This innovative approach seeks to streamline the voting process, alleviating worries about confusing, lengthy ballots. Mark your calendars for August 18!