The Alberta referendum in focus: FP Video explores

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Photo by Gavin Young/PostmediaThis week, FP Video takes a deep dive into the impending referendum in Alberta over whether the western province will remain in Canada, or more seriously consider separation and independence, including a primer on the referendum and a plea from the prime minister directly to Albertans. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith explains why she voted against leaving the country. Plus, a look at why the province’s oil is selling at a deep discount as global energy prices continue to soar.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Alberta leaving Canada? A vote on redrawing the countryBreaking business news, incisive views, must-reads and market signals. Weekdays by 9 a.m.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Posthaste will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againAlbertans vote Oct. 19 on whether to remain in Canada or begin a process toward another referendum on separation. Watch for a primer on the vote and what the options could mean.What Carney said about the Alberta ReferendumWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.In a message posted online, Mark Carney urges Albertans to stay in Canada ahead of the Oct. 19 referendum.Danielle Smith on feds and future of AlbertaWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Alberta Premier Danielle Smith talks to Larysa Harapyn about how it’s a “new day” in the province’s relationship with Ottawa on the eve of an important vote.Why Alberta oil is losing value as global prices soarWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Alberta’s heavy crude is selling at a steep and widening discount even as global oil prices stay high. The forces driving the discount are different this time. Watch to find out what they are and what might happen next.This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.