On Monday, Albertans will vote on 10 referendum questions. Not surprisingly, much of the attention remains focused on the question of separation.

The nine other questions have received far less discussion, including those under the heading of immigration, which propose significant changes to current policies and practices.

The private foundations that authored this column share a commitment to the fair and equitable treatment of all persons. We are concerned that the proposals set out in the questions on immigration do not meet this commitment.

Alberta, like the rest of Canada, benefits greatly from the contributions of immigrants and newcomers, including those who come temporarily. They are our neighbours, our colleagues and our friends. They work in all sectors of the economy, volunteer in our communities and contribute significantly to Alberta’s richness and diversity.

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And yet the referendum questions overlook these contributions. Instead, they amplify misunderstandings about immigration, propose new limits or restrictions on non-permanent residents’ access to publicly funded services and raise concerns about voting in........

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