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Alberta votes on whether to hold a binding independence referendum
Albertans voted on ten referendum questions, including whether the province should remain in Canada or hold a second, binding vote on independence. Polls suggest most favour staying, but separatists hope to gain leverage over Mark Carney's federal government.
Why it matters
The vote tests national unity in Canada's main oil-producing province.
Background
Western alienation over energy policy and federal transfers has long fuelled separatist sentiment in Alberta. The movement itself is divided on strategy.
The story so far
- Alberta prepares to vote on leaving Canada
- Alberta votes on whether to hold a binding independence referendum
- Alberta voters reject step toward separation from Canada
- Alberta voters reject starting path to independence
Sources
- BBC News ↗Oct 19, 9:44 AM ET
- The Guardian ↗Oct 19, 1:00 AM ET
- DW ↗Oct 19, 11:09 AM ET
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