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Alberta voters reject independence referendum, choose to remain in Canada

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Voters in Canada's oil-rich Alberta province have overwhelmingly rejected a referendum on independence, with early results showing approximately 76% in favor of remaining part of Canada. The referendum, which would have initiated a path toward a future separation vote, saw a significant minority, around 24%, support beginning the process of leaving. Prime Minister Mark Carney hailed the outcome as a victory for national unity, while separatist leaders indicated their movement would persist despite the setback. AI

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Alberta voters reject independence referendum, choose to remain in Canada

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

    No, Alberta isn’t leaving Canada as voters overwhelmingly reject independence for oil-rich province

    Mark Carney said “Albertans made a clear choice" for "unity, to build together, and to take care of each other. Above all, Albertans chose Canada.”

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