Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney cautioned against allowing a small minority of hardcore separatists to dominate the political agenda in the province. While acknowledging the frustrations of Western Canadians, he emphasized the need to focus on reforms within the federation rather than on the unsuccessful push for separation. Kenney, who stepped down as leader of Alberta’s United Conservative Party in 2022, now works in the private sector and serves on the board of Postmedia.
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In Alberta, separatism is on the ballot in a rural byelection on Monday
Cameron Davies, leader of the Republican Party of Alberta and candidate in the Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills byelection, acknowledges that his party's name and branding are causing confusion among voters. The party, which aims to establish Alberta as an independent republic, is gaining traction amid rising support for separatism, with Davies hoping to secure around 20% of the vote, a figure reminiscent of the early success of the Wildrose party. Need More Context? 🔎
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