Procedure 4% Claims 54% Anecdote 11% Thanks 9% Reasoning 14% Positioning 1% Promise 4% The question 3%
Structure · 23 steps
Claims · 11
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Mr. Chair, Procedure · 23 words I rise this evening to highlight the contributions of the new government in Bill C-30 to the coastal communities of Prince Edward Island.1 Procedure Claims · 12 words Small craft harbours are places of employment for more than 1,200 fishers.2 Anecdote · 116 words For many, it is a way of life passed from one generation to the next, from setting day when family and friends line the wharf to wish harvesters a safe and prosperous season to the last trap that comes ashore at the end of the season. It is the pride of families who have made their living from the sea for decades. For Islanders, fishing is part of our identity. It is parents and the next generation hauling traps together, learning the ropes. It is gathering at the wharf after a long day on the water to talk about the daily fishing news. It is communities built around hard work, resilience and respect for the ocean. Anecdote Claims · 93 words Across Atlantic Canada, this same story exists across coastal communities where the fishery sustains not only local economies but traditions, culture and livelihoods. In Prince Edward Island alone, the total value of fish and aquaculture exceeded $454 million in 2024, with lobster landings accounting for more than $358 million of this.3 The overall contribution to P.E.I.’s economy exceeds almost $1 billion and supports as many as 8,000 jobs at peak production.4 Across Atlantic Canada, fisheries landings totalled more than $3.6 billion in 2024, with shellfish accounting for over $3.28 billion of that value.5 Partly on point Procedure · 5 words These are not just statistics. Procedure Claims · 131 words These are processing plants operating in rural communities. They are truck drivers, welders, suppliers, fuel operators, mechanics, buyers and plant workers, whose livelihoods depend on a strong and sustainable fishery. Small craft harbours are the centre of all this activity. They are the economic engines of many rural communities in Atlantic Canada, yet for many years, too many of these harbours have faced underinvestment, aging infrastructure, storm damage and the growing impacts of climate change, as we have seen with the devastating impacts of hurricane Fiona. In many areas, fishers and harbour authorities are doing everything they can simply to keep facilities operational while waiting for major repairs and modernization work to proceed. Here in Ottawa, we formed a small craft harbours committee to discuss these very issues as a collective.6 Partly on point Thanks · 60 words I want to take this opportunity to thank my colleagues for their unwavering persistence to work with me for funding for small craft harbours. I also want to personally thank the Prime Minister and the ministers of finance and fisheries for making sure our proposal for a significant investment in small craft harbours was included in the spring economic statement.7 Thanks Claims · 51 words We are very pleased to see the beginning of the rollout of these announcements across Atlantic Canada, the Pacific coast and the north as part of the nearly $1-billion investment over five years through the small craft harbours program.8 This is the largest sustained investment in small craft harbours in decades.9 Partly on point Procedure · 13 words However, maintaining safe and functional harbours is not only about wharfs and breakwaters. Procedure Claims · 56 words It also requires ongoing and responsive dredging investments to ensure channels remain navigable and safe for harvesters. In Prince Edward Island and across Atlantic Canada, weather events, storm surges and coastal erosion can quickly impact harbour entrances and navigation channels. When dredging delays occur, fish harvesters face serious operational and safety challenges, particularly during low tide. Reasoning · 16 words Responsive dredging capacity following major weather events must be viewed as essential maintenance for our harbours. Claims · 29 words During her recent visit to Red Head Harbour, the Minister of Fisheries saw first-hand sections of the harbour that have been fenced off because of damage and safety concerns.10 Positioning · 10 words That reality should be a concern to all of us. Positioning Claims · 3 words Harbours are workplaces. Reasoning · 28 words They should be safe for fish harvesters. They should be safe for buyers, plant workers, transport operators and the many families and tourists who visit throughout the season. Claims · 37 words Red Head is not alone. Harbours in the Cardigan riding, which I represent, like Mink River, Fortune and Georgetown, all continue to wait in the queue for repairs to ensure their harbour infrastructure can support their fisheries.11 Partly on point Thanks · 34 words I also want to take an opportunity to commend the Prince Edward Island Fishermen’s Association and associations across Atlantic Canada for the leadership they continue to show in advancing conservation measures while sustaining fisheries. Thanks Reasoning · 76 words Harvesters understand the need to protect marine ecosystems because their livelihoods and their futures depend on them. When we invest in fisheries, we are investing in much more than infrastructure or economic output. We are investing in communities where families will continue to watch boats come home at sunset and where generations continue to see that there is a viable future on the water. That future matters deeply to Prince Edward Island and to Atlantic Canada. Promise · 40 words I believe there is much more to come as we continue building stronger coastal communities, modernizing harbours, supporting innovation in conservation and ensuring that the next generation can continue with a proud tradition of making a living from the sea. Vague promise Reasoning · 22 words I believe we also need to think bigger about the role of ports and harbour infrastructure in Atlantic Canada and throughout Canada. Claims · 132 words Our harbours are not only critical to the fishing industry. They also represent untapped economic potential tied to trade diversification, domestic supply chains, food security and transportation corridors. In Prince Edward Island and across Atlantic Canada, strategic investments in harbour and port infrastructure could support seafood exports, agri-food storage and transportation, cold storage capacity and greater access to domestic and international markets. These investments can strengthen economic resilience while reducing pressure on larger transportation hubs. There is also growing potential for ports and marine infrastructure to support broader national objectives, including Arctic and defence supply chains, emergency response capacity and economic security. Coastal communities have always played an essential role in building Canada’s economy, and they will continue to play an even greater role as we strengthen domestic trade and transportation networks. Vague promise The question · 29 words Can the minister speak to how the government views small craft harbours as strategic economic assets that strengthen trade diversification, food security and rural economic resilience across Atlantic Canada? Partly on point
At a glance
Lost points for Partly on point ×47 Anecdote ×6 Procedure ×3 Thanks ×3 Vague promise ×2 Positioning Off topic None of this speech addressed the specific motion under debate.
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What the tags mean →
Signal · 69
13 of 62 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.
Procedure Throat-clearing: announcing what you are about to say, or the House’s routine business. What the tags mean → “I rise this evening to highlight the contributions of the new government in Bill C-30 to the coastal communities of Prince Edward Island.” Procedure or throat-clearing: no claim, reason or ask.
Anecdote A story that illustrates instead of making a point. What the tags mean → “For many, it is a way of life passed from one generation to the next, from setting day when family and friends line the wharf to wish harvesters a safe and prosperous season to the last trap that comes ashore at the end of the season.” An anecdote: it illustrates, it does not claim, reason or ask.
Anecdote A story that illustrates instead of making a point. What the tags mean → “It is the pride of families who have made their living from the sea for decades.” An anecdote: it illustrates, it does not claim, reason or ask.
Anecdote A story that illustrates instead of making a point. What the tags mean → “For Islanders, fishing is part of our identity.” An anecdote: it illustrates, it does not claim, reason or ask.
Anecdote A story that illustrates instead of making a point. What the tags mean → “It is parents and the next generation hauling traps together, learning the ropes.” An anecdote: it illustrates, it does not claim, reason or ask.
Anecdote A story that illustrates instead of making a point. What the tags mean → “It is gathering at the wharf after a long day on the water to talk about the daily fishing news.” An anecdote: it illustrates, it does not claim, reason or ask.
Anecdote A story that illustrates instead of making a point. What the tags mean → “It is communities built around hard work, resilience and respect for the ocean.” An anecdote: it illustrates, it does not claim, reason or ask.
Procedure Throat-clearing: announcing what you are about to say, or the House’s routine business. What the tags mean → “These are not just statistics.” Procedure or throat-clearing: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “I want to take this opportunity to thank my colleagues for their unwavering persistence to work with me for funding for small craft harbours.” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “I also want to personally thank the Prime Minister and the ministers of finance and fisheries for making sure our proposal for a significant investment in small craft harbours was included in the spring economic statement.” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Procedure Throat-clearing: announcing what you are about to say, or the House’s routine business. What the tags mean → “However, maintaining safe and functional harbours is not only about wharfs and breakwaters.” Procedure or throat-clearing: no claim, reason or ask.
Positioning Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it. What the tags mean → “That reality should be a concern to all of us.” Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “I also want to take an opportunity to commend the Prince Edward Island Fishermen’s Association and associations across Atlantic Canada for the leadership they continue to show in advancing conservation measures while sustaining fisheries.” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Relevance · 47
47 of 62 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 motion under debate.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Small craft harbours are places of employment for more than 1,200 fishers.” About small craft harbours generally, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “For many, it is a way of life passed from one generation to the next, from setting day when family and friends line the wharf to wish harvesters a safe and prosperous season to the last trap that comes ashore at the end of the season.” About fishing as a way of life, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “It is the pride of families who have made their living from the sea for decades.” About fishing families’ pride, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “For Islanders, fishing is part of our identity.” About fishing as Island identity, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “It is parents and the next generation hauling traps together, learning the ropes.” About fishing traditions and family life, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “It is gathering at the wharf after a long day on the water to talk about the daily fishing news.” About wharf gatherings and fishing culture, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “It is communities built around hard work, resilience and respect for the ocean.” About coastal community values, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Across Atlantic Canada, this same story exists across coastal communities where the fishery sustains not only local economies but traditions, culture and livelihoods.” About the fishery sustaining Atlantic communities, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “In Prince Edward Island alone, the total value of fish and aquaculture exceeded $454 million in 2024, with lobster landings accounting for more than $358 million of this.” About P.E.I. fishery figures, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “The overall contribution to P.E.I.’s economy exceeds almost $1 billion and supports as many as 8,000 jobs at peak production.” About the fishery’s economic contribution, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Across Atlantic Canada, fisheries landings totalled more than $3.6 billion in 2024, with shellfish accounting for over $3.28 billion of that value.” About Atlantic fishery landing figures, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “These are processing plants operating in rural communities.” About processing plants in rural communities, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “They are truck drivers, welders, suppliers, fuel operators, mechanics, buyers and plant workers, whose livelihoods depend on a strong and sustainable fishery.” About jobs depending on the fishery, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Small craft harbours are the centre of all this activity.” About harbours as the centre of fishery activity, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “They are the economic engines of many rural communities in Atlantic Canada,” About harbours as economic engines, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “yet for many years, too many of these harbours have faced underinvestment, aging infrastructure, storm damage and the growing impacts of climate change,” About harbour underinvestment and aging infrastructure, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “as we have seen with the devastating impacts of hurricane Fiona.” About hurricane Fiona’s impacts, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “In many areas, fishers and harbour authorities are doing everything they can simply to keep facilities operational while waiting for major repairs and modernization work to proceed.” About harbour authorities awaiting repairs, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Here in Ottawa, we formed a small craft harbours committee to discuss these very issues as a collective.” About forming a small craft harbours committee, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “We are very pleased to see the beginning of the rollout of these announcements across Atlantic Canada, the Pacific coast and the north as part of the nearly $1-billion investment over five years through the small craft harbours program.” About the small craft harbours program investment, a Fisheries program, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “This is the largest sustained investment in small craft harbours in decades.” About the size of the harbour investment, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “It also requires ongoing and responsive dredging investments to ensure channels remain navigable and safe for harvesters.” About dredging investments for navigability, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “In Prince Edward Island and across Atlantic Canada, weather events, storm surges and coastal erosion can quickly impact harbour entrances and navigation channels.” About weather impacts on channels, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “When dredging delays occur, fish harvesters face serious operational and safety challenges, particularly during low tide.” About dredging delays for harvesters, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Responsive dredging capacity following major weather events must be viewed as essential maintenance for our harbours.” About dredging as essential maintenance, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “During her recent visit to Red Head Harbour, the Minister of Fisheries saw first-hand sections of the harbour that have been fenced off because of damage and safety concerns.” About the minister’s visit to Red Head Harbour, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “That reality should be a concern to all of us.” About harbour damage as a shared concern, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Harbours are workplaces.” About harbours as workplaces, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “They should be safe for fish harvesters.” About harvester safety, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “They should be safe for buyers, plant workers, transport operators and the many families and tourists who visit throughout the season.” About safety of workers and visitors at harbours, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Red Head is not alone.” A transition to other harbours, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Harbours in the Cardigan riding,” About harbours in the member’s riding, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “which I represent, like Mink River, Fortune and Georgetown, all continue to wait in the queue for repairs to ensure their harbour infrastructure can support their fisheries.” About named harbours awaiting repairs, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Harvesters understand the need to protect marine ecosystems because their livelihoods and their futures depend on them.” About harvesters and marine ecosystems, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “When we invest in fisheries, we are investing in much more than infrastructure or economic output.” About investing in fisheries more broadly, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “We are investing in communities where families will continue to watch boats come home at sunset and where generations continue to see that there is a viable future on the water.” About investing in communities and futures, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “That future matters deeply to Prince Edward Island and to Atlantic Canada.” About that future’s importance to the region, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “I believe there is much more to come as we continue building stronger coastal communities, modernizing harbours, supporting innovation in conservation and ensuring that the next generation can continue with a proud tradition of making a living from the sea.” About hopes for harbour modernization and coastal communities, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “I believe we also need to think bigger about the role of ports and harbour infrastructure in Atlantic Canada and throughout Canada.” About thinking bigger about ports, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Our harbours are not only critical to the fishing industry.” About harbours beyond the fishing industry, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “They also represent untapped economic potential tied to trade diversification, domestic supply chains, food security and transportation corridors.” About ports’ economic potential in trade and supply chains, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “In Prince Edward Island and across Atlantic Canada, strategic investments in harbour and port infrastructure could support seafood exports, agri-food storage and transportation, cold storage capacity and greater access to domestic and international markets.” About potential investments in port infrastructure, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “These investments can strengthen economic resilience while reducing pressure on larger transportation hubs.” About strengthening economic resilience through port investment, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “There is also growing potential for ports and marine infrastructure to support broader national objectives, including Arctic and defence supply chains, emergency response capacity and economic security.” About ports supporting national objectives like defence supply chains, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Coastal communities have always played an essential role in building Canada’s economy,” About coastal communities’ role in the economy, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “and they will continue to play an even greater role as we strengthen domestic trade and transportation networks.” About coastal communities and trade networks, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Partly on point Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about. What the tags mean → “Can the minister speak to how the government views small craft harbours as strategic economic assets that strengthen trade diversification, food security and rural economic resilience across Atlantic Canada?” A question to the minister about harbours as economic assets, not the Finance estimates under the motion.
Respect · 100
0 of 62 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 · 91
2 of 62 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.
Vague promise A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible. What the tags mean → “there is much more to come as we continue building stronger coastal communities” The commitment names no actor, date, measure or success condition for what will come.
Vague promise A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible. What the tags mean → “as we strengthen domestic trade and transportation networks” The speaker’s commitment to strengthening has no actor, measure or date attached.
Claims · 11
This list shows the factual statements you can check for yourself: the words as said, and the claim restated to stand on its own.
1 “contributions of the new government in Bill C-30 to the coastal communities of Prince Edward Island” Bill C-30 contains contributions benefiting the coastal communities of Prince Edward Island. search 2 “places of employment for more than 1,200 fishers” Small craft harbours are places of employment for more than 1,200 fishers. search 3 “the total value of fish and aquaculture exceeded $454 million in 2024, with lobster landings accounting for more than $358 million” The total value of Prince Edward Island’s fish and aquaculture exceeded $454 million in 2024, with lobster landings accounting for more than $358 million of that. search 4 “contribution to P.E.I.’s economy exceeds almost $1 billion and supports as many as 8,000 jobs at peak production” The fishery sector’s contribution to Prince Edward Island’s economy exceeds almost $1 billion and supports as many as 8,000 jobs at peak production. search 5 “fisheries landings totalled more than $3.6 billion in 2024, with shellfish accounting for over $3.28 billion” Fisheries landings in Atlantic Canada totalled more than $3.6 billion in 2024, with shellfish accounting for over $3.28 billion of that value. search 6 “we formed a small craft harbours committee” A small craft harbours committee was formed to discuss harbour issues. search 7 “our proposal for a significant investment in small craft harbours was included in the spring economic statement” The 2026 spring economic statement included a significant investment in small craft harbours. search 8 “nearly $1-billion investment over five years through the small craft harbours program” The small craft harbours program received a nearly $1-billion investment over five years. search 9 “the largest sustained investment in small craft harbours in decades” The current investment is the largest sustained investment in small craft harbours in decades. search 10 “During her recent visit to Red Head Harbour, the Minister of Fisheries saw first-hand sections of the harbour that have been fenced off because of damage and safety concerns” The Minister of Fisheries recently visited Red Head Harbour and saw sections of the harbour fenced off because of damage and safety concerns. search 11 “like Mink River, Fortune and Georgetown, all continue to wait in the queue for repairs” The harbours of Mink River, Fortune and Georgetown in the Cardigan riding are waiting in the queue for repairs. search
