Canada takes key step towards new oil pipeline to serve Asia markets
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has stated that Alberta is vital to Canada's future, amidst a push for greater provincial autonomy. Premier Danielle Smith is pursuing a vote that could lead to a referendum on independence, despite a recent judicial setback that halted a signature-gathering process. Smith has criticized the decision, which she believes infringes on democratic rights, though she also expressed support for Alberta remaining within Canada. AI