The Western Standard EXCLUSIVE POLL: Opposition to lockdowns on the rise in Alberta While opposition to lockdowns in Alberta has grown from 39% to 45% since January, the number of hardcore opponents has more than doubled. Published 5 hours ago An exclusive Mainstreet Research Poll commissioned by the Western Standard shows opposition to continued lockdowns and other COVID-19 restrictions are on the rise, and there are sharp divisions in the province over the issue. Of the 1,010 Albertans surveyed, 52% said that they supported continued lockdowns and 45% said they should be ended immediately. While those in support had a slight edge in overall support, the intensity of those who were fiercely opposed was more than twice that of those who were strongly supportive.