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  1. Alberta is considering leaving Canada, and Premier Danielle Smith estimated the separation costs, which are being studied by the University of Calgary.
  2. Alberta is considering leaving Canada, and Premier Danielle Smith estimated the separation costs, which are being studied by the University of Calgary.
  3. Alberta is considering leaving Canada, and Premier Danielle Smith estimated the separation costs, which are being studied by the University of Calgary.
  4. Alberta is considering leaving Canada, and Premier Danielle Smith estimated the separation costs, which are being studied by the University of Calgary.

Alberta Referendum on Separation from Canada Underway

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What happened

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In Alberta's referendum on separation from Canada, over 1 million people have cast ballots. On the first day of advance polls, more than 174,530 Albertans voted. The vote includes 10 questions, one of which asks if Alberta should remain in Canada or move toward a binding separation referendum.

From politicalwire.com, brandonsun.com, cbc.ca

Why it matters

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The referendum addresses constitutional and immigration matters. The potential change in Alberta's political status could impact the regulatory standing of companies like Enbridge. Many Alberta business leaders have remained silent regarding the separation.

Alberta is considering leaving Canada, and Premier Danielle Smith estimated the separation costs, which are being studied by the University of Calgary.

From brandonsun.com

Who's involved

  • AlbertaProvince holding the referendum on its future status in Canada
  • Government of AlbertaProvincial government whose mandate is being tested by the vote
  • Government of CanadaFederal government facing potential challenges from provincial secession
  • Danielle SmithPremier whose leadership is directly challenged by the referendum
  • EnbridgeCanadian energy transportation company whose regulatory standing is at risk

Possible ripples

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How it developed

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  1. CSIS documents Russian interference efforts related to the referendum, while Trump threatens Canadian unity.1 source
  2. A referendum in Alberta is drawing comparisons to the political and economic process of Brexit.Sub-event
  3. Katrina and Gabriele expressed differing views on Alberta's future, with one supporting remaining in Canada and the other supporting independence.Sub-event
  4. A referendum asking if Alberta should remain in Canada was managed by Elections Alberta on October 14th.Sub-event
  5. Referendum discussions took place in Edmonton, Alberta.Sub-event
  6. Albertans are sending messages to Ottawa during the ongoing referendum process.Sub-event
  7. Alberta votes on a binding vote regarding its future status in Canada.Sub-event
  8. Referendum vote on Alberta's separation from Canada amidst resource revenue disputes.1 source
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  1. Potential for constitutional amendment and referendum questions on Alberta's status.1 source
  2. CBC News is breaking down the referendum on Alberta's separation from Canada.Sub-event
  3. The potential referendum on Alberta's separation from Canada is now looming.1 source
  4. Independence group proposes a transition plan for Alberta's future.1 source
  5. PiA held campaign rallies in Lethbridge and Calgary, advocating against Alberta's provincial separation.Sub-event
  6. The referendum process regarding Alberta's future is underway, with Elections Alberta handling the necessary logistics for a potential vote.Sub-event
  7. Polling was conducted in Calgary regarding questions of Alberta's independence from Canada.Sub-event
  8. New polling data indicates support for constitutional change in Alberta.1 source
  9. Fall referendum on Alberta's future is currently underway.1 source
  10. Ottawa coordinates response as referendum questions include Alberta's separation from Canada.1 source
  11. Alberta held a referendum on its separation from Canada.1 source
  12. Potential referendum on separation from Canada is being discussed in Alberta.1 source

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