Canada’s PM Carney makes case for Canadian unity as Alberta referendum nears
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday urged Alberta to remain in Canada, warning that a vote next week on whether to hold a referendum on leaving Canada would begin a “long and uncertain process” at a dangerous time for the country. “This year, Thanksgiving is a bit different,” Carney said in a holiday message to Canadians. “A week from today, Albertans will have the opportunity to make…
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called on Albertans to maintain unity with the rest of the country as the province prepares to vote on whether to remain a part of Canada or separate. The deadline for the referendum, scheduled for October 19, is a week away. In a video message released on social media, Carney emphasized that national unity is crucial for major development projects in Alberta, including housing initiatives, a proposed high-speed rail route, and a pipeline to transport oil to the West Coast.
He warned that political division could hinder these projects and threaten Canada's economy and security. Carney, who has roots in Alberta, argued that generations of Albertans have contributed to the country's growth and that it's a shared asset worth fighting for. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's office stated that the provincial government encourages Albertans to review the referendum questions and make an informed decision.
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