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Premier Drops Referendum on Churchill Falls Deal | Edmonton News
Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Tony Wakeham surprises voters by dropping his referendum pledge on the Churchill Falls deal, citing federal involvement and urgent trade risks as game-changers. With Prime Minister Mark Carney and Quebec’s Christine Fréchette, he argues the new pact unlocks bigger value, smarter energy flexibility, and massive federal investment in wind and transmission — all while dodging a public vote. The House will debate details Sept. 14, replacing last year’s MOU deemed too weak, with Wakeham betting this revised deal still delivers economic wins — even if Quebec’s…
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