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Sarah Mills: There are echoes of Brexit in the Albert separation issue

By CKOM News May 26, 2026 | 7:41 AM

A referendum over whether Alberta should separate from Canada is looming closer, and Sarah Mills says there are similarities to Britain’ messy divorce from the European Union.

The Mills Minute is a daily commentary heard on 650 CKOM and 980 CJME, where Sarah Mills offers sharp insights, strong opinions, and a touch of wit on the stories that matter to people in Saskatchewan.

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Mon., May 25: Sarah Mills and her husband are saving some money by doing home projects themselves, but she says tackling projects around the house brings both testy moments and moments of togetherness.

Fri., May 22: Sarah Mills says a W5 investigation into alleged violence, trafficking and organized crime at Canada’s busiest airport should make passengers think twice and protect themselves and their belongings.

Thurs., May 21: While many people have concerns about the future of technology, Sarah Mills says robots that can fold the laundry and do the ironing are the sort of advancements that we can all get behind.

Tues., May 19: Sarah Mills says overpriced tickets means empty stadiums, so expect last-minute World Cup ticket sales with cheap offerings, angering fans who previously paid too much for their seats.

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