Bell: Danielle Smith, Carney meet — the Alberta premier feels positive

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It's no secret the number of Albertans wanting to talk about Alberta leaving Canada is on the rise.
There will almost certainly be a vote of Albertans on Alberta independence, and soon. Some figure it will be early next year.
This week, Smith made it easier for people to collect signatures on a petition to hold that independence vote.
This week, Smith said her government will take Ottawa to court over the Liberal net-zero electricity regulations.
This week, Smith reminded us she wants the Liberal cap on oil and gas emissions gone. She wants the No More Pipelines law deep-sixed.

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