Alberta separation petition halted by court amid First Nations treaty challenge

From Global News.

A judge has paused the verification of signatures for Alberta’s "Stay Free" independence petition while the courts review its constitutionality.

Multiple First Nations argue the referendum effort violates treaty rights and lacked required consultation.

A final decision is expected by May, leaving the future of the proposed referendum uncertain. Katherine Ludwig reports.

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