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Albertans split in early returns on remaining 9 referendum questions
Early returns showed a clear no on separation, while the other referendum questions drew a divided response, officials and voters said.
- On Monday, Albertans decisively rejected separation in a provincial referendum, though early returns show a closer split on nine additional questions regarding immigration and constitutional reform.
- Premier Danielle Smith commissioned a $4-million advertising campaign to secure a mandate, while engaging in a public rivalry with Prime Minister Mark Carney throughout the campaign.
- The ballot included four constitutional questions seeking to change the Constitution and abolish the Senate, alongside five immigration proposals suggesting fees and access limitations for health care and education.
- Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack argued the immigration questions jeopardize city inclusivity, while Amneet Mann stated, "I just don't think that's what this country stands for."
- Supporters like Jamie Fisher argue Alberta has faced unfair treatment, saying, "I don't think it's been fair for a really long time," though voters in Calgary remain split on the reforms.
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Leaning Left20Leaning Right0Center8Last UpdatedBias Distribution71% Left
Bias Distribution
- 71% of the sources lean Left
71% Left
L 71%
C 29%
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