Political tensions in Canada over Alberta's demands and unity

governance · March 2025 · Canada, Alberta

In March 2025, discussions between Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith highlighted Alberta's demands to protect its oil and gas industry to avoid a unity crisis in Canada. The independence movement in Alberta is growing, with polls showing 40% support. Political figures like Pierre Pollievre support Alberta's position amid concerns about Canada's economic and political future.

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• “Mark Carney went to Alberta to have a chat with Premier Danielle Smith last week...The independence movement in Alberta is exploding and a recent private poll has put the numbers at 40%...Pierre Pollievre has announced that he agrees with Smith’s 'reasonable' demands and supports Alberta.” — The Islands Grapevine – March 27th, 2025 (March 27th, 2025)

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