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Alberta Separation Referendum in Question | Calgary News
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith sparked controversy by suggesting a potential referendum on separation as early as spring — claiming it could be done in just two and a half months, including First Nations consultation. But she quickly walked back those claims after realizing legal hurdles, particularly a law that may block referendums within a year of a federal election. Indigenous leaders slammed the timeline as a “political fantasy,” insisting consultation must be meaningful and led by elders — not rushed bureaucratic boxes. They’re ready to legally challenge any fast-tracked process, even…
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