Father of 8, Catholic Convert, Governance, Air Traffic Controller, Youth Advocate. Past; ASCA Director, School Board Trustee & Chairman, ACSTA VP, PSEd
Wetaskiwin Alberta Canada
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Today is the day.
Albertans have never voted on whether to be a part of Canada or not. Not in 1905, and at no time since. But today is the day.
Today is the day Albertans finally get a voice.
Today is the day to vote for a brighter future for everyone.
Today is the day to vote for your children’s future.
Today is the day to vote for your freedom.
Today is the day to vote for your economic security.
Today is the day to vote to end Ottawas overreach.
Today is the day to bring a friend to vote.
Today is the day to stand up.
Today, vote Yes on 1-9, and Option 2 on Question 10!
Looks like the tide might be turning.
I hope they take the opportunity implement meaningful action to reduce government overreach and over spending.
It may already be too little too late, but anything to protect families, financial stability, and restore social cohesion would be step in a better direction.
People rarely make new mistakes.
They repeat the same ones, over and over, without ever truly understanding why.
"Why" is the only question really worth asking.
"Why" changes everything.
At the Calgary referendum watch party tonight! The countdown is on for the delayed numbers…
Great discussions with @JasonLavigneAB and @johnrbolton01
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Vote Yes to the Nine.
Vote Option 2 on Question 10.
This is our chance for change Alberta.
Today you have a ballot in front of you.
“Yes to the Nine” means Alberta gets a real say over our own immigration, so growth matches the housing, schools and hospitals we have to support it. It means temporary programs contribute to the services they use. It means constitutional reforms that protect this province's authority no matter who sits in Ottawa.
Vote today.
✅ Vote for a stronger Alberta within a united Canada.
✅ Vote yes to the nine.
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🚨 ELECTION UPDATE: Elections Alberta has confirmed the final polling station will close at 10:10 PM tonight.
We’re now just 25 minutes away from the first results of Alberta’s historic referendum beginning to roll in.
It’s going to be a late night in Alberta.
What a day!
Still traveling up and down the province handing out flags and meeting people.
Started the day in Wetaskiwin, then Leduc, then Stony Plain, then Edmonton, then Red Deer, and finally now in Calgary.
Amazing the number of waves, honks, and thumbs up I received driving down highway 2!
Only a few hours left to make sure that you get out to the polls for the most important vote in Alberta history.
Stand up and be counted!
Vote yes to the 9, and most importantly option 2 on question 10!
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Alberta Referendum Livestream xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1dGYlareM…
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Today is the last chance for Albertans to vote!
As you enter the Ballot Box, ask yourself who is served by choosing Option 1 to keep the Status Quo? Is it you or future generations, or is it the political establishment?
Option 2 can feel overwhelming, but is it in the best interest of Albertans, their children and grandchildren? We believe it is.
Today's vote is NOT a Stay or Leave vote, but rather it is just a tool to obtain a future Binding Referendum, and it can provide immense leverage in the interim.
We have an opportunity to change direction and ensure that we offer our families a brighter, more prosperous future.
Vote wisely. VOTE OPTION 2!
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Some of the most important changes in our history began with ordinary citizens being told to accept things as they were and deciding, together, that they would not.
Five Alberta women stood up and challenged the status quo. Through the Persons Case, the Famous Five helped change who could have a seat at the table and a voice in the decisions shaping this country.
Their example matters as Albertans vote in today’s referendum. Citizens have every right to question whether the current system serves them and to work together to pursue a different future.
We do not have to agree on the outcome to respect that right. Asking questions and advocating for change are essential to a healthy democracy.
Whatever your position, get informed and get out and vote. The future is ours to help shape.
Asking a question is not treason. Silencing the debate isn’t democracy.
Albertans have the right to advocate for independence. The Supreme Court already treated secession as a lawful democratic question.
@echipiuk’s full speech at We Unify 2026
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“Don’t be fooled by the idea that you can send a message with your vote.”
Those words from Prime Minister Mark Carney have stayed with me.
I find it deeply disappointing to hear our country’s highest elected leader speak that way about a democratic referendum.
For decades, Albertans have been asking for meaningful changes to our relationship with Ottawa. And today, we have an opportunity to make our voices heard on one of the most significant questions in our province’s history.
I believe Albertans deserve to be heard, to be respected, and to have a genuine seat at the table when decisions about our future are being made.
What Ottawa chooses to do with the outcome remains to be seen.
And perhaps, someday, Albertans will decide it’s time to build a table of our own.
Whatever your convictions, please take the time to understand the question and cast your ballot today. I’ll be voting yes to the nine and Option 2!!
October 19th. A historic day for Alberta.
#AlbertaReferendum #LetAlbertaDecide #Alberta #October19 #VoteOption2
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Little Live Streaming Mashup today !!!
Streaming until my computer blows
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It has been an honor and a privilege to spend the last year and a half standing along not just friends, but pioneers pushing forward to a brighter future for Alberta.
One of my favorite movie quotes is from Doc Brown in Back to the Future where he states "Your future hasn't been written yet, no one's has so whatever you do, make it a good one."
A new future is being written for Alberta by Albertans and it is truly a marvel to behold.
I have to not only thank those involved who held town halls , gathered signatures in the cold and those who volunteered but ALL Albertans. I was told the Canada I have nostalgia for was never coming back. Albertans have ignited that spark and brought back that feeling of pride and patriotism and I am so incredibly proud to call myself an Albertan.
No matter the result tomorrow (while I still remain optimistic) we have already won. The discussion has grown beyond coffee shops and dinner tables and has shown not only Canada but the world that a small fringe minority can snowball very quickly when those who stand behind their convictions are prepared to say something. This discussion is not going away.
I look forward to meeting my peers at whatever capacity is demanded of me in the future on the political battlefield as we will never rest until Alberta is truly independent. No matter the outcome Alberta, do not lose that spark we have fought so hard to reignite.
Thank you @miss_tanyac @ikwilson @RiseOfAlberta @JeffreyRWRath @echipiuk @LiveFreeHoney @MattVeldkamp @JonFromAlberta @WScafemirror @johnrbolton01 @IgorRyltsev @CoryBMorgan @JasonLavigneAB @MisterAlberta @BertaProudDad @TheAlbertaPin @LetABDecide @LetsTalkAlberta @ABProsperityPrj and the many others that were not tagged or on X for your dedication and all your hard work because this is already way too long but you know who you are and are not forgotten. Most of all, THANK YOU ALBERTA!
What a day on the steps of the Alberta Legislature!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to stand with us, and especially to the incredible speakers who have given so much of themselves to the Alberta independence movement.
Their wisdom, steady leadership, thoughtful words, and genuine love for Alberta have helped bring this movement to where it is today. Their contributions deserve tremendous respect and recognition.
Keith and I are so grateful to have shared that stage with them, and to everyone who continues to believe in Alberta and its future.
Proud of the people. Proud of the passion. And especially proud of the class and conviction shown today. ❤️
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“It’s a movement. It’s a culture. It’s not going away. This is a wave in Alberta that’s going to sustain.” - Cory Morgan.
edmontonjournal.com/news/sep…
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Albertans have fought hard to have this opportunity.
Some Albertans believe that Canada is still the way it used to be and want to hold on to the memories and nostalgia. It is NOT the same.
We cannot change the course that Canada is headed. Our Alberta votes don't count.
We do have a once in a generation opportunity to change the course in the direction that Alberta goes.
Don't waste this opportunity. Get out and Vote!
VOTE OPTION 2 on Question 10!
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Like i said, there are a LOT of closet separatists. People who would never admit it in public and risk being labeled a "seppie". But your vote is private, between only you and the ballot box. Send a message to Ottawa that we are NOT OK with the status quo. Choose option 2!
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Today’s ballot asks whether to begin the process toward a binding Independence referendum.
It does not grant Independence.
I’ll vote Option 2 because I want that door open.
You can object to the question and still refuse to surrender your voice.
🚨And we’re off! 🏃 🏃♀️ 🏃🏽♂️
Polls are now officially open across Alberta!🗳️
For the first time in our collective history, Albertans get to vote today on our relationship with Ottawa. 🙌
That relationship which we never got to vote on in the first place has soured dramatically. 😡
That relationship has made an economic subservient colony from a proud and distinct culture in Alberta. 💰
That relationship has limited your freedoms and restricted local decision-making. 🤔
Today you can stand up to Ottawa, and stand up for a brighter future for your friends and family. 🧢
Today is the day to vote Option 2! 💙
You only have 11 hours left... ⏰
Construction is underway.
And this time we don’t need Ottawa’s approval.
