Saskatchewan NDP proposes anti-separation bill to prevent split sentiment controversy

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 4:21 pm

In Saskatchewan, the opposition NDP is preparing a private member’s bill designed to amend referendum rules and challenge emerging calls for separation. Touted with the phrase “Keep Saskatchewan in Canada,” the proposal is widely seen as a politically charged move aimed at reinforcing provincial unity amid growing separatist rhetoric.

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theglobeandmail.com / Saskatchewan NDP to introduce anti-separation bill that aims to amend rules

NDP Leader Carla Beck’s private member’s bill contains ‘Keep Saskatchewan in Canada’ in its title

thestar.com / Saskatchewan NDP to introduce anti-separation bill that aims to amend rules

REGINA - Saskatchewan's Opposition NDP is planning to introduce legislation that aims to amend referendum and plebiscite rules, a move it says will hold Premier Scott Moe's feet to the fire on talk of separation.

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