Reactions to Alberta Referendum: Carney Welcomes Unity as Separatists Take Heart

Mark Carney welcomed the decision by residents of the province of Alberta to remain part of Canada, calling it a "great result," the Winnipeg Free Press reported.

Meanwhile, according to a report by ynet, approximately 76% of voters opposed independence in the referendum, but separatist activists drew encouragement from the roughly 25% who backed secession, insisting the outcome does not mark the end of their campaign.

The vote in the oil-rich province took place against the backdrop of a trade war and statements from the US Treasury Secretary supporting the prospect of Alberta joining the United States.