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Lena Metlege Diab

Liberal on Business of Supply 2026-05-28

73 words · 5 sentences · 6 clauses

Replying to Gabriel Hardy (Conservative)

“Mr. Chair, before coming to tonight’s debate, I asked people to send me their questions, knowing that I would be meeting the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. Here is a question based on a message from Sonia Brisebois. On January 1, 2025, Quebec had 616,000 non-permanent residents. This includes asylum seekers, refugees, temporary workers and international students. This puts pressure on day care centres, schools and our health care system. How many will there need to be before the minister admits that the system has collapsed and that we are no longer able to provide proper care to Quebeckers and Canadians? Basically, at what point do we turn off the tap so we can take care of people properly?”

Statement grade

Average 77 / 100

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

Claims 88%Aside 12%

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

Mr. Chair, Claims · 64 wordswe recognize the role played by Quebec. We also recognize that Quebec plays an important role in immigration. When it comes to people who have not yet immigrated, it is up to Quebec to decide, ¹and it is also up to the individuals themselves to decide where they want to live. I am very proud that we are working with the Province of Quebec.Partly on pointVague promise Aside · 9 wordsIt is also a really nice place to visit.Aside

At a glance

Lost points for
Didn't answerNone of this reply addressed the specific point raised or the topic under debate.

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What the tags mean

Signal · 85

1 of 7 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.

A remark off to the side of the point.What the tags mean “It is also a really nice place to visit.”An aside: no claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 47

5 of 7 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 motion under debate.

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 recognize the role played by Quebec.”Praises Quebec’s role in immigration without addressing the numbers or care pressures asked about.
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 also recognize that Quebec plays an important role in immigration.”Restates Quebec’s importance to immigration, not the question of limiting non-permanent residents.
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 it comes to people who have not yet immigrated, it is up to Quebec to decide,”Speaks to who decides where people settle, but does not answer at what point numbers should be capped.
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 it is also up to the individuals themselves to decide where they want to live.”Touches on movement of individuals but gives no answer to the question of turning off the tap.
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 am very proud that we are working with the Province of Quebec.”Praises the working relationship with Quebec without addressing the pressures asked about.

Respect · 100

0 of 7 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 · 77

1 of 7 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 “we are working with the Province of Quebec”No measure, date, or success condition is named for the collaboration.

Claims · 1

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1“it is up to Quebec to decide”Under Canada’s immigration system, Quebec has the authority to decide which people who have not yet immigrated may come to the province.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20