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Varcoe: As vote on separation approaches, Alberta business leaders tout 'what a unified Canada can still do'

'We really cannot afford to squander what just might be one of the biggest economic opportunities of our lifetime,' said Calgary Economic Development CEO Brad Parry

After Nancy Southern announced a massive $14.3-billion deal on Tuesday involving ATCO, I asked the company’s CEO about the upcoming separatism vote and what it could mean for Alberta businesses and the economy.

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The issue is on the minds of many Albertans as they prepare to cast a ballot in the Oct. 19 referendum.

Varcoe: As vote on separation approaches, Alberta business leaders tout 'what a unified Canada can still do' Back to video

Southern is one of the most prominent corporate leaders who has talked openly about the merits of staying in Canada, while also warning........

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