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“OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said Friday he will be in Alberta next week to deliver a speech on Canadian unity ahead of the province’s referendum on separation.”

“Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said Friday he will be in Alberta next week to deliver a speech on Canadian unity ahead of the province’s referendum on separation.”

“According to Lukaszuk, Forever Canadian has complied with the legislation as the campaign “up to now was not a referendum campaign in the view of Elections Alberta.””

“Forever Canadian kicks off official campaign for 'remain' side in Alberta referendum Group will now be a third-party advertiser and submit weekly financial disclosures Forever Canadian is shifting gears to more directly campaign for Albertans voting to remain…”

“Premier Danielle Smith’s United Conservative Party and Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi ramped up their political attacks on each other this week as the province entered the home stretch of its referendum campaign.”

“With one month to go before the Oct. 19 referendum, drivers going through many neighbourhoods can spot red and white lawn signs urging Albertans to vote to stand with Canada.”

“With the Alberta referendum coming up, this means Mark Carney is now dealing with separatist movements on both ends of the country, at a time when he's trying to lead a united front against U.S. aggression.”

“In a display of President Donald Trump’s continued dominance of Canadian politics, St-Pierre Plamondon pledged during the campaign that an independence referendum would only be called after Trump exited office.”

“St-Pierre Plamondon’s election victory comes two weeks before Alberta holds its own referendum on the possibility of separation.”

“On Oct. 19, Albertans are set to vote in a preliminary referendum on the issue of Alberta independence.”

““Let’s do it for Alberta.”

“Alberta NDP win in Calgary-Shaw byelection Kyle Campbell won by a margin of 582 votes, unofficial results show Alberta NDP candidate Kyle Campbell has won the byelection in Calgary-Shaw, unofficial results from Elections Alberta show.”

“Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre tried Tuesday to convince Albertans to vote to stay in Canada with less than three weeks to go until the Alberta referendum vote on separation.”

“With less than 3 weeks before Alberta's referendum, Poilievre makes case for Canadian unity in Edmonton Alberta's fall referendum will have question about separation As Albertans prepare to vote in a referendum next month that will ask if the province should…”

“Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre urged Albertans to vote to stay in Canada in the province’s upcoming referendum, arguing that Alberta’s resentments are best addressed by doubling down on the values that the Canadian Constitution was originally meant to…”

“Prime Minister Mark Carney focused his Thanksgiving Day message on Alberta’s upcoming separation referendum, saying Canada is “worth fighting for.””

“The initial referendum is non-binding, but it proposes to hold a binding vote in the future to decide whether Alberta should secede.”

“…t whether work by Republican party-affiliated operatives to help mobilize Alberta separatist votes amounts to foreign interference in the Alberta referendum campaign as Canada’s public safety minister deferred such questions Monday to the national spy…”

“Dane Lloyd, the Alberta MP who’s heading up the “Conservatives for Canada” campaign in the referendum, called the Globe reports “concerning,” but didn’t bite on what, if anything, Canada should be doing in response.”

“EDMONTON - Angel Houle says she’s never voted in an Alberta provincial election, but this month’s referendum is different.”

“EDMONTON – Angel Houle says she’s never voted in an Alberta provincial election, but this month’s referendum is different.”

“Albertans are voting on 10 questions, including whether they want to stay in Canada or to have a second, binding referendum on leaving Confederation.”

“Albertans are voting on 10 questions, including whether they want to stay in Canada or to have a second, binding referendum on leaving Confederation.”

“While a focus of Oct. 19 has been on the question whether Alberta should hold a referendum on separating from Canada, there are several other questions Premier Danielle Smith is putting to residents.”

“OTTAWA — Federalists campaigning for Alberta to remain in Canada are urging supporters to vote early in an effort to drive up turnout amid concerns about what they could face when polling stations open in less than 25 days.”

““This is a matter for Albertans to consider through their referendum process,” said a spokesperson for Northwest Territories Premier R.J.”

““This is a matter for Albertans to consider through their referendum process,” said a spokesperson for Northwest Territories Premier R.J.”

“It is too early to draw clear parallels with the pro-separatist disinformation campaigns directed at the continuing Alberta referendum campaign, some of it from U.S. sources, he added.”

“The PQ leader has promised to hold a referendum on sovereignty if his party forms a government — but not before President Donald Trump leaves the White House. - ‘Human error’ saw detainees dropped off in Edmonton streets: Alberta safety minister - Alberta NDP…”

“Next month, the country's fourth-largest province will vote on whether its government should start the legal process required to hold a binding referendum on whether Alberta should separate from Canada.”

“Sept. 10, 2026 — The Alberta government launches a $4-million advertising campaign for the referendum and urges citizens to vote to stay in Canada.”

“Four of Alberta’s former premiers are setting aside their partisan differences in the final week leading up to next Monday’s high-stakes provincial referendum.”

“…e - Montreal announces new metro security measures, 5% service increase - Mark Carney to attend ‘Forever Canadian’ rallies ahead of Alberta referendum The 50-50 funding agreement is an operational bill for transit to be split between the province and the…”

“Much of what has transpired in Alberta as the referendum approaches reminds him of the lead-up to Brexit, Cooper has said.”

“Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to attend two Forever Canadian rallies in Alberta this week, just ahead of the province’s referendum.”

“… seen in previous advanced votes. - B.C. party leaders make campaign stop at Vancouver trade board ahead of election - Former political rivals Notley, Kenney to unite at event ahead of separation vote - More than 300 advance polls open across Alberta in…”

“…idgitte Anderson. - More than 300 advance polls open across Alberta in historic referendum on separation - ‘A simple joke became a revolution’: Montrealers back India’s ‘Cockroach’ youth - Advance voting opens as experts debate meaning of Alberta referendum…”

“In fact, the avowed separatist offers a blunt prediction for his side should Alberta’s Oct. 19 referendum results confirm a loss.”

“CBC News set up at the library to get a sense of how Albertans are feeling as the referendum campaigns head into their final week.”

“During the Alberta referendum campaign, Carney has largely let his government's actions — namely a series of agreements with the Alberta government on energy and climate policy — speak for themselves.”

“…me separatists are responding to Smith’s pledge against 2nd referendum if remain vote wins Smith made the comment during interview with CBC News Premier Danielle Smith’s pledge that she won’t hold another referendum on separation if the remain vote wins this…”

“With little more than a week until the Alberta referendum, campaigners on both sides of the separation question have turned an eye toward the nine other ballot proposals around immigration, voter ID and constitutional issues – but they are doing it for…”

“…io’s top court paves way to reopen challenge of Hamilton’s anti-encampment law - Poilievre to campaign for Canadian unity in Alberta next week ahead of referendum - Province interfering in Edmonton housing sets disturbing precedent: Calgary mayor - Ousted…”

“The Alberta question: How separatists took hold of the province’s governing party Separatists worked for years to manufacture Oct. 19 referendum The Edmonton stage should have been a safe space for Danielle Smith.”

“Quebec doesn’t want a separation referendum at the moment, but had enough of a multi-party electoral logjam that the Parti Québécois won a minority government.”

“Get breaking National news Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, who states she’s voting to stay in Canada in an upcoming provincial referendum, says she also strongly disagrees with Musk’s opinion.”

“Before long, he became a key figure in Alberta Prosperity Project, the group behind the 300,000-signature petition that helped push Premier Danielle Smith to schedule this month’s referendum on holding a binding separatism vote in the future.”

“May said. - Ability to fix errors in referendum ballot packages show system works: Alberta premier - Alberta, Saskatchewan premiers shut down Elon Musk’s call for separation - Premier Smith brushes off NDP’s Alberta voter list court battle, says legislation…”

“Thousands of Albertans may not have their ballots counted for the province’s coming referendum after Elections Alberta said more than 3,000 voters failed to properly identify themselves in the mail-in voting process.”

“The Prime Minister is navigating a delicate moment for national unity, with a referendum in Alberta less than two weeks away, and persistent threats to Canada’s sovereignty and economy by the Trump administration.”

“On Oct. 3, the Globe and Mail reported that as recently as April, some of those campaigning for Alberta independence had met on both sides of the border with U.S. entities.”

“St-Pierre Plamondon campaigned on holding a third referendum, but says he will wait until the end of the Trump administration before doing so.”

“Alberta’s Catholic bishops are imploring parishioners to think about how the province’s upcoming referendum proposals may affect vulnerable people.”

“President Donald Trump has clearly cast an enormous shadow over Canadian politics, and the Alberta referendum is not immune from that.”

“A Globe and Mail investigation on Saturday reported that Republican political operatives were on the ground in Alberta this year to assist the separatist campaign in its bid to leave Canada, while harbouring their own aspirations for the province to secede.”

“OTTAWA— While Prime Minister Mark Carney has been clear about where he stands on Alberta independence, his government’s position on nine other Alberta referendum questions aimed at reshaping immigration and expanding provincial powers is far less so.”

“It was a few hours before thousands of Albertans would gather near the city centre at a rally to launch the separatist campaign.”

“With the launch of Let Alberta Decide in June, the account posted that it was “incredibly encouraging” that Wilson was helping lead a “serious campaign.””

“The project faces stiff resistance from environmentalists and Indigenous groups and deepens Carney’s co-operation with the Alberta government just weeks ahead of the province’s separation-themed referendum.”

“Alberta’s referendum will come just two weeks after a provincial election in Quebec on Oct. 5, where the Parti Québécois is leading the polls with a promise to hold a third “popular consultation” on independence.”

“That includes, of course, the Oct. 19 Alberta referendum on whether the province should start a process to leave Canada.”

“In both provinces, over 70 per cent of voters oppose separation, a question that is animating both the Quebec election and the Alberta referendum campaign.”

“The most likely reason for this being the issue of Alberta separatism, which is set for a preliminary referendum vote next month.”

“Fast-forward to the present day, and Alberta is heading to the polls on Oct. 19 to determine its political and sovereignty future.”

“People involved with the grassroots pro-independence organization have been touring around Alberta ahead of the province’s Oct. 19 referendum, which will include a question on whether Alberta should remain a part of Canada or hold a binding vote on separation.”

“…r Obby Khan stepping down over internal fighting in party - Alberta announces next step in high-speed rail plan to connect Edmonton, Calgary - As federal budget nears, Canada’s health ministers to meet to talk funding - Economic, budget promises the focus of…”

“Former British prime minister David Cameron, who oversaw his country’s vote on Brexit as well as a referendum on Scottish independence, says he sees significant differences between those and Alberta’s coming vote on separation.”

“Albertans divided on immigration, while half still undecided on 9 non-separation questions: poll 'Bare consensus' say Alberta should take more control over immigration to the province Albertans are divided over immigration but attitudes are “softening,” while…”

“Alberta separatists remain motivated in face of poll suggesting dip in support ‘The Option 2 side has its work cut out,’ says pro-independence campaigner While some separatists on Friday were downplaying a new poll suggesting support for Alberta independence…”

“In less than a month, Albertans will face a referendum on a series of questions about the future of the province and its place in Confederation.”

““(That’s) despite the fact that, you know, it feels like the country is really divided with a potential referendum in Quebec and a referendum here in Alberta.””

““Albertans should expect misinformation and disinformation campaigns to increase leading up to the referendum,””

“The province’s official voter list is managed by Elections Alberta and copies are distributed to political parties, legislators, election candidates and constituency associations for activities such as campaigns and fundraising.”

“…e first Green Party candidate ever elected to a provincial legislature in Canada. - N.S. justice minister complained to barristers’ society about former justice minister - Foreign influence watchdog ‘aware of concerns’ about Alberta referendum - Leader of…”

“In February, Druhan had asked the government about whether there was political interference in police investigations, prompting heckling from Premier Tim Houston. - Foreign influence watchdog ‘aware of concerns’ about Alberta referendum - Leader of B.C.”

“Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she is on Canada’s side in the upcoming Alberta separation referendum.”

“Alberta premier adamant referendum ads are not ‘neutral’ on separation question, as UCP president claims UCP president claims Smith assured him separation question promotion 'would be as neutral as possible' Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is adamant she is…”

“…Arden headlines Calgary concert for Canadian unity ahead of Alberta referendum Groups for and against separation holding events in the coming weeks A free outdoor concert in support of Canadian unity brought thousands to downtown Calgary on Sunday, about a…”

“Last week, the Smith government launched a $4 million ad campaign on the 10 referendum questions facing Albertans.”

““I think the federalist side in this referendum campaign has hit a point of real unease,” says Avnish Nanda, the spokesperson for Our Alberta Advantage, which launched a new campaign to get out the vote this week.”

“Thomas Lukaszuk, who is steering the Forever Canadian campaign vying to keep Alberta a part of Confederation, said he doesn't put it past Smith to call a second, binding referendum even if a clear majority rejects separation.”

“More than 500,000 Albertans have applied to vote by mail in referendum: Elections Alberta Agency still looking for thousands of people to work the referendum More than half a million Albertans have applied to vote by mail in the upcoming referendum, according…”

“The head of the Forever Canadian group campaigning for Alberta to remain in the federation said Friday that Prime Minister Mark Carney has been a “calm” and “reassuring” presence for Albertans.”

“…eralists figure out how to do the same – and for pro-Canada Albertans to make sure they, their friends, their family and their neighbours are going to cast a ballot on Oct. 19. — Tyler Dawson, an Edmonton-based editor for The Globe and Mail’s Opinion section…”

“As to why the act prohibits citizen-initiated referendums in an election year, Kennedy says the reason is likely two-fold: both the burden on Elections Alberta, and the possibility that the issue could be one that comes up naturally in an election campaign.”