Tag: Coutts
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What happened after Alberta’s border lockdown plan near Coutts: a year in review
Introduction: a border plan that drew attention Exactly one year ago, Alberta’s premier announced a plan to tighten the province’s border with the United States, aiming to seal a perceived “leaky” boundary near Coutts. The move sparked national debate about sovereignty, security, and the daily realities of people who live and work along the border.…
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A Year After Alberta’s Leaky Border Sought Tight Control, What Has Changed?
Intro: A vow, a plan, and a year of results One year after Alberta’s premier pledged to seal what was described as a “leaky” border, residents along the Coutts-Cartige border have lived through a period of policy shifts, legal battles, and debates over how to balance security with everyday life. The promise was bold: reduce…
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A Year Later: What It Really Means When Alberta Tried to Lock the Border
Introduction: A Bold move, A Year of Consequences One year ago, Alberta’s premier signaled a determined push to tighten a border that many described as thin and vulnerable. The plan to “lock down” the Coutts crossing—east of the small village of Coutts, Alberta, near the U.S. border—was more than a political promise. It was a…