Overview
- The Financial Times reported that State Department officials met Alberta Prosperity Project representatives three times since April and that the group seeks a further meeting to discuss a proposed $500 billion credit facility.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney said President Donald Trump has never raised Alberta independence with him, while reiterating his expectation that Washington respect Canada’s sovereignty.
- British Columbia Premier David Eby labeled the separatists’ outreach to U.S. officials as “treason,” as Ontario’s Doug Ford called the meetings unacceptable and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith rejected independence but cautioned against demonizing supporters.
- The White House and State Department said they regularly meet civil society groups and made no promises, and APP lawyer Jeff Rath claimed enthusiasm in Washington as he pursues additional discussions about possible financing options.
- Elections Alberta has approved a citizen-initiated petition for a referendum, with organizers required to gather roughly 177,000–178,000 valid signatures by early May, while recent polling shows about 28%–30% support for secession.