Alberta's NDP Rallies Against Separation

0:00It's April 9th. This is Vancouver News Today, powered by AI, Alberta's new Democrats just kicked off a campaign to rally folks against the possible fall referendum on separating from Canada. They're pushing back hard on growing separatist talk, urging Albertans to get out there and defend the country. The effort includes a day of action on April 25th, with volunteers hitting the doors to spread the word. GDP leader Nihid Nenshi says, Canada is not perfect, but it's the top spot on earth, and Albertans are geared up to stand strong for it. Meanwhile, First Nations groups from Treaty 6, 7, and 8 are in court fighting to halt the separatist petition. They argue it steps on their treaty rights, and the hearings already in its third day. The separatist side claims they've gathered way more than the 178,000 signatures needed to force a vote on leaving Canada. Now they're up next to make their pitch to the judge. As this legal battle heats up, expect more moves from both camps. Albert is unity hanging in the balance while everyone watches clothes.