Alberta business leaders' group urges voters to choose Canada in Oct. 19 referendum
The council says separation would create uncertainty and put jobs and the economy at risk, while more than 130 executives back a united voice.
- On Tuesday, the Business Council of Alberta launched a campaign urging Albertans to choose Canada, with president Adam Legge citing majority member support for a unified pro-Canada stance.
- With fewer than 45 days until the October 19 referendum, Albertans will vote on whether to remain in Canada or initiate a second binding referendum on separation.
- The Calgary Chamber of Commerce estimates separation could shrink Alberta's economy by $62 billion annually, while the Canada West Foundation warns leaving would pose significant costs and uncertainties.
- Conversely, the Alberta Transition Council, led by lawyer Keith Wilson, released a 'transition plan' claiming Alberta maintains significant leverage due to immobile resources like oil and gas.
- Many business leaders remain hesitant to speak publicly, Legge noted, fearing that taking a stance could alienate customers or create internal workplace tension among divided employees.
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A group of Alberta business leaders is urging voters to choose Canada in next month’s Alberta separatism referendum, but admits it’s an issue fraught with tension on the front lines. The Business Council of Alberta is composed of more than 130 chief executives representing investment firms, retailers, construction companies and more. Council president Adam Legge says their message is aimed at all Albertans, but in particular the ones who are on …
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