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BC Premier Calls Alberta Separatist Meeting 'Treasonous'

1/29/2026

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British Columbia Premier David Eby condemned a meeting of Alberta separatists and U.S. officials as 'treason'.
Eby cited Financial Times findings detailing meetings between the Alberta Prosperity Project and U.S. State Department officials.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford echoed Eby's concerns, emphasizing Canadian unity.
Alberta separatists pursue independence, aiming to collect 178,000 signatures by early May.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Alberta could be a partner for the United States.

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British Columbia Premier David Eby condemned a meeting of Alberta separatists and U.S. officials as 'treason'.
Eby cited Financial Times findings detailing meetings between the Alberta Prosperity Project and U.S. State Department officials.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford echoed Eby's concerns, emphasizing Canadian unity.
Alberta separatists pursue independence, aiming to collect 178,000 signatures by early May.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Alberta could be a partner for the United States.