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Alberta Independence Support Falls, Parade Canceled, PM Calls Bluff

7/1/2026

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Separatist activists set up a tent and attempted a pro-independence float at the Sundre rodeo parade, prompting organizers to cancel the event.
An Ipsos poll in early June showed support for Alberta independence fell to 19%, a ten-point drop since January.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said he will attend the Calgary Stampede, called the October 19 referendum a dangerous bluff, and praised Canada.

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Separatist activists set up a tent and attempted a pro-independence float at the Sundre rodeo parade, prompting organizers to cancel the event.
An Ipsos poll in early June showed support for Alberta independence fell to 19%, a ten-point drop since January.
Prime Minister Mark Carney said he will attend the Calgary Stampede, called the October 19 referendum a dangerous bluff, and praised Canada.