Trending Now - King Charles Voices Concerns on Canadian Separatism Issues

WHO:

King Charles III

Grand Chief Joey Pete of the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations

Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer

WHAT:

King Charles expressed concern over the Alberta separatist movement.

The Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations leaders met with King Charles at Buckingham Palace.

A grassroots separatist movement in Alberta is gathering signatures for a session referendum planned for October 2026.

One First Nation has filed a lawsuit against the province of Alberta regarding the referendum, claiming it violates indigenous rights.

Grand Chief Pete stated that the meeting was “significant” and that the King was “committed to learning more.”

WHERE:

Buckingham Palace, London, United Kingdom

Alberta, Canada

WHEN:

The meeting occurred in March 2026.

The session referendum is planned for October 2026.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to meet with King Charles on Monday, March 16th, 2026.

WHY:

Indigenous leaders raised concerns about the Alberta separatist movement, which they argue ignores key agreements signed with the Crown almost 150 years ago.

Residents of Alberta claim the province's economic issues are due to the federal government's payment structure.

HOW:

The Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations leaders traveled from their territories in Alberta to London to meet with King Charles.

The First Nations chiefs requested the King to issue a Royal Proclamation affirming treaties with the Crown.

(UPDATED March 14, 2026 01:27 UTC)

King Charles III met with Grand Chief Joey Pete of the Confederacy of Treaty Six First Nations and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Buckingham Palace to discuss concerns over the Alberta separatist movement, which is gathering momentum for a referendum planned for October 2026. During the meeting, Grand Chief Pete emphasized its significance, noting that the King is committed to learning more about the situation, especially as one First Nation has filed a lawsuit against Alberta, claiming the referendum violates indigenous rights. Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada is also expected to meet with King Charles on Monday to further address these pressing issues.