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Alberta Separation Petition Revisited | Calgary News
Alberta’s separatist movement is heating up as Stay Free Alberta pushes forward with signature verification for a potential independence referendum, despite a recent court ruling blocking the effort for failing to include First Nations. A new judge has allowed the process to continue while the legal challenge plays out, with organizers claiming over 300,000 signatures—far exceeding the 178,000 needed. Premier Danielle Smith has already set October 19th as the referendum date, though she’s clear it won’t be binding due to ongoing appeals. Elections Alberta is securing the petition sheets under…
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