Huge setback for Alberta's separatist movement after decisive defeat
It was a decisive result in a referendum that could have strained the bonds of national unity.
But preliminary results show that more than two-thirds of Alberta voters sent a clear message that they want to remain in Canada.
It's possible that once the final tally is counted, the rejection by a comfortable majority of voters to pursue separation through a binding referendum could halt Alberta's separatist sentiment in its tracks.
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