‘We’re stronger together’: Trump’s attacks on Canada could dampen separatist movement in Alberta, former provincial minister says

While nothing could sway those with strong separatist feelings in Alberta, the tensions between Canada and the United States will make some in the province feel more patriotic, says Alberta’s former senior representative to the U.S.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith speaks at the Canada Strong and Free Network conference in Ottawa on April 12, 2024. A former minister from Smith’s cabinet says the recent attacks on Canada’s sovereignty could dampen separatist sentiments ahead of the province’s referendum

A former Alberta minister who served in Premier Danielle Smith’s cabinet says the recent attacks on Canada’s sovereignty from United States President Donald Trump could spur on federalist sentiments ahead of the province’s referendum vote this fall, amid an escalating ...

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