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Public divided over Alberta separation referendum court block

Letter writers argue ruling robs province of democratic voice

· 1 min read · HOC Edmonton Desk

Alberta residents are split on the court decision blocking a separation referendum, with some arguing the judicial intervention denied Albertans a chance to decisively reject the idea. Supporters of the referendum point out that polls showed Albertans opposed separation by more than two to one, suggesting the vote would have provided definitive proof the idea lacks public support.