Nothing more important in this country’s public life than the events unfolding in Alberta

No one in this country can afford to become complacent that Canada will always be Canada, and its sovereignty will always be recognized.
Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. The comfortable majority in this country has to get off the couch and pay attention to what is unfolding in Alberta. If they do, they will not just be showing up to vote. They will be showing up for Canada in her hour of need, writes Michael Harris. The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade
Opinion
BY MICHAEL HARRIS
October 19, 2026

HALIFAX—Nothing is more important in this country’s public life than events unfolding in Alberta.   Separatism is once again knocking on Canada’s door.  

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