What are the political risks of Alberta referendum? Analysts weigh in
Political analysts Scott Reid, Jason Hatcher and Tom Mulcair comment on the political risks of the Alberta referendum.
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‘Yes, I do’: Alberta Premier Smith promises not to hold later separation referendum if remain side wins October vote
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith promises that if the remain side of October’s referendum wins, she will 'listen to the will of the people,' and not hold another later referendum on independence.
How Indigenous rights are a major hurdle for Alberta secession
Political scientists say Indigenous treaty rights represent a significant legal hurdle for separatists in Alberta, and have brought the debate on secession in Canada into unchartered territory.
Hundreds rally for opening of Forever Canadian campaign office
At least 600 people took to central Edmonton on Saturday to swarm a patriotic Unity Bus that has, in recent months, become the cross-province symbol of pro-Canada movements in the face of Alberta separatist sentiment.
‘It’s a Pandora’s box’: Legal expert weighs in on what Alberta separation could look like
A crucial fall referendum in Alberta will determine if the province moves ahead with an official vote on whether to separate from Canada.
What will the Alberta separation question look like in the fall referendum?
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has drawn criticism on both sides of the separation debate after announcing a new referendum question that asks voters if there should be a second, binding referendum on leaving Canada.
Smith says Alberta separatists should focus on fall vote rather than ousting her
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says separatists who are upset that a binding vote on quitting Canada has been put off should focus on the province’s fall referendum — rather than campaigning to force a review of her job.
‘Yes’ or ‘no’ question ‘isn’t possible,’ Alberta premier says, defending referendum question
Premier Danielle Smith says she acted on a referendum question on Thursday because she knows residents need a clear answer on the issue sooner rather than later.
PM Carney: ‘We’re renovating the country as we go, and Alberta being at the centre of that is essential’
As Albertans brace for a fall vote on whether there should be a referendum on leaving Canada, Prime Minister Mark Carney made a point on Friday of stating that Canada is the best country in the world, and his government is committed to work with Alberta to make it even better.
'Baffling': Reaction to Alberta's referendum on a separation referendum
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said Thursday that a referendum on Oct. 19 will include a question about whether Albertans want, at a future date, to hold a binding referendum on the province quitting Canada.
Alberta government adds separation-related question to fall referendum
Albertans will vote on whether the province should remain a part of Canada when they head to the polls this fall.
Alberta is to vote on whether to hold a separation referendum. Here's how we got here
Premier Danielle Smith announced Thursday that Albertans will be going to the polls Oct. 19 to vote on whether there should be a future binding referendum on the province quitting Canada.
Poilievre says all Conservatives will campaign for Alberta to stay part of Canada
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said he and all Conservative MPs will press for Alberta to remain part of Canada in any separation referendum campaign in the province.
Alberta cabinet minister who introduced separation vote says he wants a united Canada
The cabinet minister who set the wheels in motion for a possible referendum on Alberta separating from Canada says he wants the country to remain united.
Alberta separatists submit thousands of signatures on referendum petition
Alberta separatists submitted thousands of signatures on a petition referendum that would ask Albertans if the province should leave Canada.