OTTAWA — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s recent actions have raised concerns about a potential national unity crisis as she lowered the threshold for a 2026 independence referendum. With 55% of Albertans feeling unfairly treated by the federal government, and 20% supporting separation, Liberal insiders warn that Prime Minister Mark Carney must address these sentiments, especially during the upcoming G7 summit. Ontario Premier Doug Ford supports a more conciliatory approach towards Alberta, emphasizing the need for Carney to engage with disaffected Albertans, particularly those who recently voted Liberal.
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