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Alberta voters reject separatism
Alberta referendum shows strong rejection of separation.
In brief
Alberta referendum shows strong rejection of separation. Alberta voters rejected separatism in a decisive referendum, strengthening Danielle Smith's leadership but requiring continued work with Ottawa. Originally reported by Nationalpost.
Alberta referendum results
Alberta voters rejected separatism with three-quarters choosing Remain and supporting eight of premier smith's nine questions on immigration and constitutional reform.
Rick Bell's analysis
Rick Bell argues separatist movement overestimated strength and fell short of expectations, giving smith a stronger hand against separatist elements within her party.
Federal government caution
Bell warns federal government shouldn't take result as endorsement of canada's status quo and more work needed to build stronger alberta-ottawa relationship.
The big picture
Alberta voters rejected separatism in a decisive referendum, strengthening Danielle Smith's leadership but requiring continued work with Ottawa.
