Alberta Premier Warns Carney He Must Act to Quell Separatist Threat.

The article discusses Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's response to the growing secession movement in Alberta, where a significant minority of residents express interest in independence from Canada, largely due to frustrations with environmental regulations affecting the oil and gas industry. Smith emphasizes that it is the responsibility of Prime Minister Mark Carney's government to create a more attractive investment climate to alleviate separatist sentiments. Recent polling indicates that 36% of Albertans would likely support secession in a referendum, although many could reconsider if concessions are made regarding energy policies. Smith's government has also established the Alberta Next Panel to explore ways to protect provincial interests and prepare for potential referendum questions by 2026. [Extracted from the article]