A gathering in Edmonton in May 2026 of supporters of the independence movement in Alberta. A referendum is due to be held in the western Canadian province in October on whether there should be a future independence referendum.
Jason Franson / Keystone
Canada, like Switzerland, is a federal state. However, Canada’s system lacks a mechanism for resolving conflicts, say experts. This could prove costly if separatist sentiment grows in one of the provinces – as is currently the case in Alberta, where voters will decide on several issues this autumn.
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June 9, 2026 - 09:00
