Carney Emphasizes Alberta’s Importance to Canada After Separation Vote Announcement
Prime Minister Mark Carney is praising Alberta’s “huge contributions” to Canada, as the prairie province gears up for a non-binding referendum this fall on whether to hold a separation vote. Speaking during a May 22 tour of the construction site at the Library of Parliament, Carney described Alberta as an essential part of Canada and emphasized strengthening the country through unity.
TL;DR
- Prime Minister Mark Carney is praising Alberta's "huge contributions" to Canada.
- Alberta is preparing for a non-binding referendum on separation this fall.
- Carney emphasized Alberta's essential place in Canada and the benefits of unity.
- He stated that Canada is working with Alberta to improve the country through cooperative federalism.