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Oil be going: Canada’s separatist west

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Wexit: Alberta's Growing Sentiment for Separation

This chapter examines the rise of Wexit sentiment in Alberta, driven by historical grievances and the province's heavy reliance on the oil and gas industry. It highlights the increasing discontent among Albertans towards federal governance and environmental policies, as well as the implications of this sentiment on Alberta's political landscape.

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