'Every single one of those separatists is going to vote' — Nenshi voices concern low voter turnout could help separatists

Nenshi called the referendum an attempt by Premier Danielle Smith and the UCP to distract from "their absolutely terrible record," and issues such as affordability, unemployment, public health care and education.

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