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For everyone who thinks Alberta can simply vote to leave Canada and take the oil with them, it doesn’t work like that. A referendum does not automatically achieve independence. Under Canadian constitutional law, informed by the Supreme Court of Canada’s 1998 Reference re Secession of Quebec and the federal Clarity Act (2000): • Unilateral secession is illegal. Alberta cannot simply declare independence. • A “clear question” (the proposed wording aims to meet this) and a “clear majority” (not precisely defined, but the House of Commons would assess factors like the size of the yes vote, turnout, and overall circumstances) would create a reciprocal obligation for the federal government, other provinces, and relevant parties (including Indigenous nations) to negotiate in good faith on potential constitutional changes to allow secession. • Negotiations would cover complex issues: division of national debt, borders, currency, trade agreements, military/NORAD/NATO membership, pensions (CPP/OAS), equalization, Indigenous treaty rights (Treaties 6, 7, 8 cover much of Alberta), environmental obligations, and more. These would require a constitutional amendment approved under Canada’s amending formula (typically involving Parliament and at least seven provinces representing 50% of the population). • First Nations groups have launched court challenges arguing that the petition and referendum process violates treaty rights and the duty to consult, potentially delaying or blocking certification of signatures. In short, even a strong yes vote would start a long, uncertain, multilateral negotiation process—not an immediate exit. Failure to reach agreement could leave the status quo or lead to prolonged uncertainty.

My prediction for Alberta. Liberals win a majority. Albertains hold a referendum. Over 60% vote to leave Canada. The House of Commons rejects the results. The Supreme Court rejects the results. Danielle Smith rejects the results. Alberta replaces Danielle Smith with a republican leader. Alberta Declare Independence. Donald Trump recognizes an Independent Alberta. Canada joins the European Union, UN and NATO in rejecting Alberta's Independence. PM Carney invokes the Emergency Act. Alberta becomes Independent with US support. Saskatchewan follows in Alberta footsteps. Remember, this is just a prediction. I don't have a crystal ball, I am just listening to Albertans.

For everyone who thinks Alberta can simply vote to leave Canada and take the oil with them, it doesn’t work like that. A referendum does not automatically achieve independence. Under Canadian constitutional law, informed by the Supreme Court of Canada’s 1998 Reference re Secession of Quebec and the federal Clarity Act (2000): • Unilateral secession is illegal. Alberta cannot simply declare independence. • A “clear question” (the proposed wording aims to meet this) and a “clear majority” (not precisely defined, but the House of Commons would assess factors like the size of the yes vote, turnout, and overall circumstances) would create a reciprocal obligation for the federal government, other provinces, and relevant parties (including Indigenous nations) to negotiate in good faith on potential constitutional changes to allow secession. • Negotiations would cover complex issues: division of national debt, borders, currency, trade agreements, military/NORAD/NATO membership, pensions (CPP/OAS), equalization, Indigenous treaty rights (Treaties 6, 7, 8 cover much of Alberta), environmental obligations, and more. These would require a constitutional amendment approved under Canada’s amending formula (typically involving Parliament and at least seven provinces representing 50% of the population). • First Nations groups have launched court challenges arguing that the petition and referendum process violates treaty rights and the duty to consult, potentially delaying or blocking certification of signatures. In short, even a strong yes vote would start a long, uncertain, multilateral negotiation process—not an immediate exit. Failure to reach agreement could leave the status quo or lead to prolonged uncertainty.

STAYFREE ALBERTA NOTICE! OFFICIAL THE RECENT COURT RULING DOES NOT EFFECT ALBERTA INDEPENDENCE SIGNATURE COLLECTION! PLEASE KEEP WORKING LIKE THE FUTURE OF YOUR CHILDREN IS AT RISK BECAUSE IT IS! SFA HAS CONTINGENCY PLANS TO ENSURE THAT YOU SIGNATURES WILL BE COUNTED AND YOUR VOICE WILL BE HEARD. FEEL FREE TO BE ANGRY BUT BE RESPECTFUL. IF YOU WANT TO SHOW YOUR CONCERN WITH A CANADIAN COURT INTERFERING WITH YOUR RIGHT TO HAVE YOUR VOICE HEARD COME OUT AND SIGN THE PETITION IF YOU HAVEN’T DONE SO YET! ALBERTA FREEDOM WILL PREVAIL! Please share this message.

Adapt and overcome. The AB Court decision, is nothing more than a delay that can be turned into our advantage. Keep collecting signatures. After this week, there will be people motivated to sign the Alberta Independence Petition. This is nothing compared to what the Marx Carney regime will have in store for us after next week. Mentally prepare yourself, and don’t take a minor setback like the gut punch you think it is. Tomorrow, go participate in the Blue Mile events taking place, take your flag and make your presence known.