Canadian politics
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Le MondeCanadian MP resigns from Liberal Party over climate policy
A member of Parliament announced on May 27 that he will leave politics by mid-summer after criticizing government decisions on energy projects. The resignation follows his earlier departure from the cabinet in November 2025.
winnipegfreepress.comFormer Canadian Environment Minister to Resign Seat in Carney Caucus
A former Canadian environment minister announced plans to resign from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s caucus after the government adjusted its climate policy. The decision follows the policy change announced by the government.
680news.comWestern premiers conclude Kananaskis meeting on trade and defence
Western premiers ended their meeting in Kananaskis, Alberta, after discussing regional trade, infrastructure, and national defence. The gathering produced no immediate policy announcements.
Al JazeeraCanadian Prime Minister Visits Alberta After Court Rejects Separatist Referendum Signatures
The prime minister traveled to Alberta on Friday to announce a preliminary agreement for a crude oil pipeline with the provincial government. The visit follows a court ruling that blocked a separatist group's petition for an independence referendum on procedural grounds involving…
ReasonAlberta Separatist Group Delivers 300,000 Signatures for Independence Referendum
A separatist group delivered more than double the required signatures on Monday to force a vote on Alberta's separation from Canada. The move comes amid long-standing economic grievances, cultural differences and political underrepresentation cited by western provinces. Quebec he…
koreaboo.comForeign Actors From Russia and US Interfere in Alberta Separatist Debate
A new report states that actors from Russia and the United States are interfering in Alberta's separatist debate by amplifying grievances on social media. The interference exploits western alienation and is described as a threat to Canada's democratic integrity. A citizen-led pet…
winnipegfreepress.comCarney Says He Will Consider Independent Advisory Committee Recommendations for Senate Appointments
Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Wednesday he will take into account advice from an independent advisory body established by his predecessor to fill nine current Senate vacancies. Carney has not appointed any senators since taking office and gave only a brief response when asked…
japantimes.co.jpAlberta Separatists Submit Signatures for Independence Referendum
A separatist group in Alberta has submitted over 300,000 signatures to force a provincial referendum on independence from Canada. The petition, if verified, could lead to a vote as early as October, though legal challenges from Indigenous groups loom. Provincial leaders have expr…
japantimes.co.jpAlberta Separatists Submit Signatures for Independence Referendum
A separatist group in Alberta, Canada's major oil-producing province, has submitted over 301,000 signatures to trigger a referendum on leaving Canada. The petition, driven by frustrations over federal oil policies, exceeds the required 178,000 signatures and will be reviewed by t…
France 24Alberta to Hold Independence Referendum on October 19 Following Government Reform
Separatism in Alberta has evolved from a slogan into an active movement, supported by a reform from the province's conservative government. This reform has enabled a referendum on independence set for October 19. It marks the first such vote in Canada since Quebec's failed refere…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAssembly of First Nations Calls for Withdrawal of Red River Métis Self-Government Bill
The Assembly of First Nations has requested the immediate withdrawal of Bill C-21, which would recognize self-government rights for the Red River Métis. The bill is in its second reading in the House of Commons. Officials from involved groups have expressed differing views on the…