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CalgaryFormer Conservative prime minister Stephen Harper cautioned against the prospect of Alberta separation in a column Friday, writing that even voting just to "send a message" would represent a fraught approach. Former prime minister says staying silent on upcoming referendum 'not an option'Joel Dryden · CBC News · Posted: Oct 02, 2026 6:05 PM EDT | Last Updated: October 2Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Former prime minister Stephen Harper speaks during a ceremony for his official portrait unveiling in Ottawa, on Feb. 3. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press)Former Conservative prime minister Stephen Harper cautioned against the prospect of Alberta separation in a column Friday, writing that even voting just to "send a message" would represent a fraught approach. "No one will be surprised to learn that I am against separation. That would involve much risk and be extremely difficult to bring about," Harper wrote in the Calgary Herald.

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