On May 25, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed concerns regarding Alberta's planned non-binding referendum on separation from Canada, scheduled for October. He described the initiative as potentially a 'dangerous bluff' and counterproductive, stating that such fundamental questions are not beneficial for the province. Carney, referencing his experience with the Brexit vote, warned that the referendum could lead to unintended consequences. The referendum will ask Albertans if they want to remain part of Canada or initiate the legal process for a binding vote on independence later. An Angus Reid poll revealed that 60% of Albertans prefer to stay in Canada, while 67% would oppose a binding referendum. Carney noted that the United Conservative Party did not campaign on separation during the last election, emphasizing that the current push for independence stems from dissatisfaction with federal environmental policies affecting Alberta's oil and gas sector. This referendum marks a significant political moment, being the first instance of a province outside Quebec considering separation publicly.