Alberta’s sovereignty issue prompts federal government to review Clarity Act
The federal government is reviewing Alberta's planned sovereignty referendum to determine if it complies with the Clarity Act. Justice Minister Sean Fraser indicated that the assessment will clarify whether the referendum question is sufficiently clear for voters. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government is set to ask voters in October if they wish to remain in Canada or pursue separation.
- ▪The federal government is reviewing Alberta's referendum question for compliance with the Clarity Act.
- ▪Justice Minister Sean Fraser stated that the review will provide advice on the clarity of the question.
- ▪Alberta's referendum is scheduled for October, asking voters about remaining in Canada or pursuing separation.
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Open this photo in gallery:Justice Minister Sean Fraser takes part in a press conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on April 22. Mr. Fraser said Tuesday the federal government's review will provide advice about whether Alberta's referendum question satisfies the Clarity Act.Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountAlberta’s planned sovereignty vote has prompted the federal government to review whether the referendum question in the fall complies with the Clarity Act, says Justice Minister Sean Fraser.Mr.
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