Carney appeals to Albertans ahead of secession-path referendum

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urged Albertans to reject a path toward secession in Monday's referendum, warning it is a "dangerous gamble" threatening national unity.

• Carney, speaking in his hometown Edmonton on Friday, said turnout — not a predetermined outcome — will decide the vote.
• Carney warned the vote comes at the "worst possible time" as President Donald Trump wages a trade war and threatens to make Canada the 51st state.
• Monday's referendum is not a direct independence vote but asks whether Alberta should begin legal procedures toward a future secession referendum.
• Polls show about 70 percent of Albertans favor remaining in Canada, while a quarter back independence.