The premier of Alberta was taken to task over the issue of Aboriginal and treaty rights by the premier of Manitoba at Tuesday's closing of the annual Western premiers' meeting.

Despite the political turbulence, recent polling indicates Alberta separatists remain well short of majority support.

Mark Carney warned a vote for Alberta to separate from Canada could be dangerous (Image: Getty) Canadia Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday warned that a referendum vote to separate Alberta from Canada could be a "dangerous bluff" that could backfire.

A spokesperson for the premier's office said the meeting is to focus on issues like trade and the economy, but other leaders expect to discuss the issue of separatism in Alberta.

British Columbia Premier David Eby says he's wondering why western Canadian premiers are meeting in Alberta to talk co-operation when the host premier wants to test separation. "To say that this is the worst time to begin testing the bonds that hold this country together is a significant understatement,

Jason Kenney and Keith Wilson took opposing sides of what Alberta's future should hold, in a debate to a sold-out audience at The Grand in downtown Calgary.

KANANASKIS - Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says while separatist agitation bubbles away in Alberta – and even in his own province -- his party stands with Confederation.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s decision to call a referendum that could lead to the energy-rich province separating from Canada has angered both sides of the debate and triggered calls to