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The father and son on opposite sides of Alberta’s separation vote

Albertans are voting on whether to stay in Canada or pursue independence via a referendum, splitting even some close-knit families.

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Alberta Separation Vote: 68% Back Staying in Canada, Separatists Vow to Fight OnAlberta Premier Danielle Smith said she called a vote on whether the province should separate from Canada in order to put the issue to rest.

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