While this is a worrying number, it isn’t significant. Last I heard, Quebec separatists numbered greater than this by a lot.
25% means nothing in practical terms, but it is enough that such ideas need to be dissuaded from spreading, and frankly the best way is to find a way to push public spending in Alberta. Federal funding towards such an initiative that can’t be embezzled or cheated would be nice, though it’s hard to think of something that can’t be diverted considering how slimy their premier is.
It was, but that was also, what, 20 years ago? Sentiment has changed massively and now the numbers are closer to 30%. The Bloc doesn’t even talk about separation issues anymore because it tends to reduce support whenever they do. Though it is still part of their mandate last I heard.
