How Alberta separatism went from fringe cause to referendum

For decades, Alberta separatism was a fringe cause. On Monday, voters in Canada's oil heartland will decide whether to take the first step toward a referendum on leaving the country.

How Alberta separatism went from fringe cause to referendum

TL;DR

  • Alberta separatism has historically been a fringe cause.
  • Voters in Alberta's oil heartland will decide on Monday.
  • The decision could be the first step towards a referendum on leaving Canada.