Poilievre to campaign for Canadian unity in Alberta next week ahead of referendum

Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre is set to campaign for Canadian unity in Alberta next week, just before the province's referendum. Poilievre will be delivering a speech titled "The Canadian Drift: Reclaiming Confidence, Abundance and Freedom for Alberta" during the Canada Strong and Free Network conference in Calgary on October 16th.

The schedule also includes speeches from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and a fireside chat with columnist Rick Bell, as well as a debate and fireside chat titled "The Sovereignty Vote and the Path Forward." Poilievre emphasized that Canadians should unite to ensure safety, affordability, and independence for their country. He dismissed Elon Musk's comments suggesting that Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Quebec should separate, asserting that "Canadians control their own destiny."

Premier Smith and Quebec's newly appointed premier have also dismissed Musk's comments. The upcoming referendum on October 19th will include nine questions, with Albertans voting on the possibility of a future separation. A federal unity campaign is being led by Alberta Conservative MP Dane Lloyd, who dismissed reports of Alberta separatists seeking U.S. government help in exchange for water rights and oil royalties.