Separatist sentiment has been stirring in the Canadian province of Alberta after the recent national election.

Alberta is a key driver of the Canadian economy. It’s the leading producer of fossil fuels for the nation, accounting for 84% of total crude oil production and 61% of total natural gas production in 2023,

The premier of Alberta says she will hold a referendum next year on the energy rich province separating from Canada if citizens gather the required number of signatures on a petition