# Alberta Independence Would Cost Billions | Edmonton News

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Podcast: [Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edmonton-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7596100)
Published: 2026-09-16T22:15:31+00:00
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## Resource

A new Alberta government-commissioned report reveals that independence would be astronomically expensive and fraught with long-term uncertainty, with costs ranging from $50 to $170 billion over five years — far exceeding Premier Danielle Smith’s earlier estimates. While a smooth exit might eventually benefit Alberta, a messy departure could weaken its economy for years. The University of Calgary’s analysis underscores the financial and political risks, reinforcing Finance Minister Jason Nixon’s stance: Alberta’s best path remains within a united Canada. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/university-of-calgary-school-of-public-policy-report-9.7346307 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fa00a2d3d0f6ec48 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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