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What independence could mean for oil-rich Alberta's economy

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For Alberta independence supporter Keith Wilson, the western Canadian province is in a league of its own.

With its wealth of rich oil and gas reserves, a significant agricultural sector and a young and skilled workforce, its economy is one to be reckoned with, says Wilson.

The province will hold a referendum on 19 October, giving residents two options: vote to stay in Canada, or vote to move ahead with a formal binding referendum on independence at a later date.

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