Canada Awaits Alberta Referendum Results After Carney Urges Voters to Reject Separation
More than 1.3 million Albertans voted early or by mail as officials delayed results after more than 100 polling stations stayed open late.
- Voting concluded Monday night in Alberta as residents determined whether the province endorses a future independence referendum or reaffirms its place within Canada.
- Premier Danielle Smith called the referendum amid pressure from separatists within her governing United Conservative Party, despite her opposition to independence and a poll showing just 22% support for separation.
- More than 1.35 million Albertans cast advance or special ballots, representing 43% of eligible voters, while Thomas Lukaszuk of the Forever Canadian campaign warned the referendum could cost taxpayers more than $300 million.
- Separatist advocate Jeff Rath said voters can use the ballot to express frustration with Ottawa, while Prime Minister Mark Carney urged Albertans at a rally Friday to deliver a decisive vote for unity.
- Regardless of the outcome, Lukaszuk noted the province faces significant work to "heal the wounds that have been caused," as separatist leaders signal they will continue their efforts regardless of Monday's result.
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