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Prime Minister Mark Carney called on Albertans to vote to remain in Canada as he delivered his second speech in as many nights at a “Forever Canadian” rally in Edmonton Friday night.

Carney wrapped up a two-day trip in Alberta ahead of Monday’s provincial referendum, where voters will decide whether to remain in Canada or hold a second, binding referendum to begin the process of separation.

Earlier in the day, Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith urged the province to “move forward together” with Canada as the two leaders met with Albertans at a pro-unity rally in Red Deer.

Earlier in the day at a conference in Calgary, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre urged Albertans not to leave their fellow Canadians behind.

Here’s what happened on Oct. 16, 2026: