Alberta Separatists Push for Independence Vote

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Alberta separatists, led by Stay Free Alberta, have submitted a petition for a referendum on independence, garnering over 300,000 signatures. The movement stems from western frustration over federal policies, particularly on oil and gas development. First Nations groups challenge the petition, citing constitutional violations. A counter petition, Forever …

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Alberta separatists, led by Stay Free Alberta, have submitted a petition for a referendum on independence, garnering over 300,000 signatures. The movement stems from western frustration over federal policies, particularly on oil and gas development. First Nations groups challenge the petition, citing constitutional violations. A counter petition, Forever Canadian, has 450,000 signatures against separation. The court will rule later this month on the petitions validity, potentially sparking a nat

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