What’s behind the secessionist movement in the Canadian province Alberta?
Oil-rich western province could see independence referendum as soon as October, but complicated process remains ahead.
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Alberta secessionists have submitted over 300,000 signatures to trigger a potential independence referendum, exceeding the 178,000 signatures required by the province. Premier Danielle Smith has pledged to allow the referendum to proceed if the signature threshold is met, though she personally opposes independence. Even if voters approve separation, the process would be lengthy and complex, involving potential legal challenges and federal negotiations.