CTV News is your Alberta Referendum headquarters. Live results. Expert analysis. Everything you need to know is here. The leader of the Conservative Party, Pierre Poilievre, is expected to speak at a Calgary event on Friday aimed at keeping Alberta in Canada. The Canada Strong and Free conference will include remarks from the Battle River-Crowfoot MP as well as Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. Poilievre has told the media previously that he supports stronger provinces within a united Canada. “We encourage all Canadians of all parties to join in uniting all Canadians to make ourselves safe, affordable, and fully independent here at home,” Poilievre said at a press conference in Burlington, Ont., on Oct. 9. Poilievre’s speech will take place at 10:45 a.m. MT and will be followed by an address from Smith. With files from the Canadian Press