Is Canada about to break apart? Referendum question on Albertan independence revealed
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has announced a referendum to gauge support for the province's potential separation from Canada. This decision has sparked controversy, with both supporters and opponents expressing dissatisfaction with the proposed question. The referendum is set to take place on October 19, alongside other plebiscite issues.
- ▪Premier Danielle Smith's referendum aims to assess support for Alberta's separation from Canada.
- ▪The proposed question has drawn criticism from both federalists and separatists.
- ▪The referendum will be held on October 19, alongside other issues.
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