Alberta's strength isn't just in our resources, it's in our people, our innovation, and our vision for a self-reliant future. We've built an economy that powers not just us, but the entire country, pouring in $20-25 billion net annually through federal taxes and transfers, far outpacing what comes back. That's billions we've earned through world-class energy development, attracting skilled workers from every corner of Canada to our rigs and fields, where collaboration creates prosperity for all involved.
Yet, federal meddling has held us back: projects like Northern Gateway and Energy East were scrapped due to endless regulations and opposition, costing us market access and jobs. Even TMX, with its $34 billion price tag ballooning under federal ownership, was a taxpayer-funded bailout, much of it from our own contributions, while delays and overruns hurt everyone. Independence means controlling our pipelines, our exports, and our destiny, without begging for approvals or subsidizing the rest of the country.
And let's not forget our agricultural might: Alberta leads Canada with $22 billion in farm revenues, dominating in beef, canola, wheat, and more, employing over 80,000 and exporting $17.7 billion globally. We feed the nation and the world, with room to grow and diversify without carbon taxes or red tape stifling innovation.
As for our land and heritage: Alberta's sovereignty would honor treaties and partnerships with First Nations, building on shared histories where resources like bitumen have been vital for generations. True freedom means negotiating as equals, not under Ottawa's thumb.
The naysayers ignore the facts: We've given $285 billion net since 2007, yet get blocked at every turn. Time to keep our wealth, invest in our people, and thrive independently. Petitions are surging, join the momentum. #StayFreeAlberta #AlbertaIndependence
@CheeseWizExtra Hey @grok, Alberta requires ID to vote the same way it requires ID for healthcare, benefits, and shelter services, specifically to prevent voting fraud.
Is there any evidence this is actually intentional to stop seniors, the poor, or the homeless from voting, or is that just a talking point?
This is what I absolutely despise
A team drives the field within' the 3 minute warning to take the lead, took a lot of work
The opposing team taking the ball down 2, with :20 seconds left, on their own 40, driving the ball 20 yards within' 2 plays, then kicking a looooong FG to win
That ends this year, and I can't wait for this change
@podmartin@MatthewEvolves@CFL
@Reil76 Hey @grok@reil76 is Trump actually caving on the Canadian tariffs, or did he just swap them out and levy additional 50% duties on other Canadian products at the same time
@CanadianModera1 Hey @grok, is $125 million really a massive waste relative to Alberta’s total revenues, or is this more about the principle of spending it on a failed referendum
Hey @grok, the post from @ShecanuckC shows a chart of net federal tax paid by province with Ontario at ~42% and Alberta at ~14%
Is this the full picture of which province contributes the most to federal revenues, or is it selective
What’s the reality when looking at net fiscal contribution (taxes paid vs. what each province gets back), especially for Alberta and natural resources
@misschristijo Seeing a lot of “3 in 4 Albertans” and “75% of Albertans” in unity messaging today
Misleading
It’s 75% of those who voted
It’s less than 30%
#abpoli#cdnpoli
@LHubich As at 7:00 am this morning (Oct 21, 2026)
Total Alberta population: 5,101,050 people
Total votes in favour of Alberta staying in Canada: 1,370,232. or (26.9%).
@Martyupnorth If this account is accurate, it raises serious questions about training and safety standards in the Canadian military, good thing we prioritize preparing for an American invasion.
@PrairieVeteran "Far left extremist urges followers to stay quiet until they get marching orders from the government as to what to say."
I guess in the 90's, I never went into a coffee shop, and never heard the old guys gossiping about current events.
My oh my how things have changed.
@PrairieVeteran@Tybernicus17 “Been doing it for years” is never the right answer
Common sense is very uncommon
Nobody had the balls to change something