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Jagsharan Singh Mahal

Conservative on Weights and Measures Act 2026-04-29

104 words · 7 sentences · 8 clauses

Replying to Kelly McCauley (Conservative)

“Mr. Speaker, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business has noted that red tape alone is costing businesses $18 billion a year. Red tape and regulations are strangling Canadian businesses. I wonder if my colleague thinks that perhaps the Liberal government could introduce legislation to reduce some of this burdensome red tape rather than relying on the Senate to bring in a bill that has a relatively low impact on supporting businesses.”

Statement grade

B+

Average 82 / 100

A score under 50 is red. Choose a measurement to see where it lost points and why; choose it again to clear.

Thanks 19%Reasoning 5%The ask 76%

This view breaks the statement into its steps and names what each one does.

Mr. Speaker, Thanks · 20 wordsmy seasoned colleague has experience working in the House, debating on different committees and going through different pieces of legislation.Thanks Reasoning · 5 wordsThat is a genuine concern. The ask · 79 wordsLet us get rid of red tape. Instead of building it, let us get rid of red tape and focus on the results.Vague promise Let us make sure that the legislation that we pass does not burden the common Canadian with additional red tape.Vague promise Rather, let us focus on the results. Let us cut it short and focus on the results, so that Canadians can afford to pay their mortgages, buy a an affordable home and have an affordable life.

At a glance

Lost points for
AnsweredOf this reply, 100% addressed the question or point raised.

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What the tags mean

Signal · 76

1 of 3 deductions are Signal

Signal checks whether every part makes a point, gives a reason, or asks for action. A low score means the speaker filled time with fluff, pleasantries, or attacks.

Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “my seasoned colleague has experience working in the House, debating on different committees and going through different pieces of legislation.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 100

0 of 3 deductions are Relevance

Relevance checks whether the speaker stays on topic and answers the question asked. A low score means the speaker dodged the issue. Measured against the point put to the member, and the bill under debate.

Nothing lost points.

Respect · 100

0 of 3 deductions are Respect

Respect checks whether the speaker argued with people’s positions and records rather than attacking the people: insults, mockery, or bad motives assigned to them. Criticism of what someone did, however strong, is not marked.

Nothing lost points.

Clarity · 53

2 of 3 deductions are Clarity

Clarity checks for plain speaking, clear ownership of actions, and honest limits on certainty. A low score means vague promises or evasive language.

A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.What the tags mean “let us get rid of red tape”Names no measure, actor or date for what getting rid of red tape would involve.
A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.What the tags mean “Let us make sure that the legislation that we pass does not burden the common Canadian”A commitment with no specific action, measure or test for what counts as a burden.

Claims · 0

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Analysed on 2026-10-20