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Federalists Close Funding Gap in Alberta Referendum | Calgary News
For the first time, Canada-loyalist groups in Alberta out-raised separatists in a single week ahead of the October 19 referendum, pulling in $32,000 to their rivals’ $31,000 — a narrowing gap that signals growing momentum for the “Vote to Stay” camp. Though separatists still lead overall with over $780,000 raised versus federalists’ $223,000, this week’s surge — led by Vote to Stay and Alberta’s Voice — marks their second-highest fundraising total ever. Meanwhile, non-separatist groups like Alberta Advantage Immigrant Support Society also contributed significantly, while some campaigns remain…
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