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Alberta's separation question

The cabinet order says the result is not binding. The premier says her government will respect it.

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Premier Danielle Smith has said she will vote against separation in Alberta's October 19, 2026 referendum. Suppose Option 2 wins anyway. Going by her public statements, what would Albertans then see?

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