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Elon Musk Calls for 3 Provinces to Leave Canada
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Key Points:
- Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith both firmly rejected Elon Musk's suggestion that Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Quebec should separate from Canada.
- Musk's comments followed the separatist Bloc Quebecois' victory in Quebec's provincial election, with Premier-designate Paul St-Pierre Plamondon promising a future referendum on Quebec independence.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasized that Canada's future decisions should be made by Canadians without foreign interference, responding critically to Musk's remarks.
- Alberta is preparing for a referendum on October 19 regarding whether to remain in Canada or pursue independence, with Premier Smith planning to vote to stay.
- Musk, who holds Canadian citizenship, faced a petition with nearly 400,000 signatures calling for its revocation after his breakup comments, sparking debate over his relationship with Canada.
