Carney and Smith Unite Against Alberta Separation Despite Ballot Disagreements
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith jointly campaigned at an Alberta brewery to urge voters to reject separation in the upcoming referendum. While both leaders support remaining in Canada, they diverge on nine other ballot questions, with Carney calling for their rejection and Smith seeking voter endorsement for her proposals on immigration and constitutional changes.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith appeared together at a brewery in Alberta to campaign for a vote to stay in Canada ahead of the province's upcoming referendum. 
The Alberta ballot contains 10 questions, including whether the province should remain in Canada or hold a second binding referendum on separation. While both leaders agree on urging voters to reject separation, they differ significantly on the remaining measures.
Carney has urged Albertans to reject all nine non-separation ballot questions. In contrast, Smith wants voters to endorse her proposals for greater provincial control over immigration and a mandate to pursue constitutional changes aimed at reducing federal power. Smith stated she will work to change Carney's mind on those issues.
During the joint appearance, Carney described the timing of the referendum as "the best and worst of times," citing threats from globalist forces as the worst aspect and unprecedented growth potential as the best.
Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre also weighed in on the referendum, speaking in Calgary on Thursday night. He argued that separatism is a "dangerous bluff" and said Albertans should not quit on Canada. 
Carney's campaign schedule includes attending a Forever Canadian rally in Edmonton on Friday. He is also set to meet with business leaders in Red Deer alongside Premier Smith.