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Alberta separatist leader claims victory ahead of key independence vote

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A prominent leader in Alberta's separatist movement has declared victory regardless of the outcome of an upcoming vote on whether to begin the process of leaving Canada. Keith Wilson, co-chair of Let Alberta Decide, stated that the movement has already succeeded in raising the profile of Alberta's grievances against Ottawa and making separation a significant political issue. The movement has attracted individuals opposed to COVID-19 mandates and those inspired by the 2022 trucker convoy. Despite this assertion, former Premier Jason Kenney has urged separatists to abandon their cause if the vote fails, while current Premier Danielle Smith opposes independence and cites low public support. AI

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Alberta separatist leader claims victory ahead of key independence vote

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Rob Gillies, The Associated Press ·

    ‘We’ve already won.’ Alberta separatist leader vows to continue independence movement regardless of outcome of key vote on Monday

    Albertans will decide whether to remain a province or begin the legal process toward a future referendum on separation.

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