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EdmontonPro-independence supporters gathered at the Alberta legislature in Edmonton Saturday afternoon, less than 48 hours before referendum day. Event comes less than 48 hours before referendum dayCBC News · Posted: Oct 17, 2026 10:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 1 hour agoListen to this articleEstimated 3 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. Separation supporters gathered at the Alberta legislature building for the pro-independence rally organized by Let Alberta Decide on the afternoon of Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. (Tristan Mottershead/CBC)Crowds of Alberta independence supporters filled the plaza at the legislature in Edmonton on Saturday afternoon, chanting and waving flags in a last push to rally support for the separatist cause ahead of Monday's referendum. Let Alberta Decide initially scheduled the event for 3 p.m. MT, but strong winds in the region led organizers to push the start time to 4 p.m.
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