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Alberta Referendum Cost Under Fire | Toronto News
Alberta’s opposition is demanding transparency over the cost of the October 19 referendum, estimating it could hit taxpayers with at least $132 million — a figure based on projections from a former chief electoral officer. While the government remains silent on its own budget, the opposition highlights expenses like a $1.5 million University of Calgary secession study and a $300K referendum website, plus TV ads and videos. Premier’s office insists the vote is vital to inform Albertans about sovereignty, immigration, and Canada’s future — but public outcry grows, with many questioning whether…
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