Meta platforms are reportedly paying individuals in foreign countries to promote the idea of Alberta separatism. Critics argue that Canadians are being misled by these paid promotional efforts.

<img alt="An illustration shows a woman as well as social media posts related to Alberta separatism." height="349" src="https://i.cbc.ca/ais/d35e0895-a608-4185-961d-b2588cbc38dc,1780677168319/full/max/0/default.jpg?im=Crop%2Crect%3D%280%2C0%2C1920%2C1080%29%3BResize%3D%28620%29" title="A CBC News investigation found a number of Facebook accounts run by people overseas impersonating real Albertan separatists." width="620" /><p>ALT HEDS FOR TESTING: Hed 1// Meta is paying people overseas promoti...