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Lena Metlege Diab

Liberal on Business of Supply 2026-05-28

40 words · 6 sentences · 6 clauses

Replying to Michelle Rempel Garner (Conservative)

“Exactly, Mr. Chair, we need a new law, but the minister voted against the law that would have prevented this. People who are sitting at home and who are listening to example after example of the lived experiences of non-citizens getting sweetheart deals and being able to stay in this country after serious crimes are listening to her drivel and wondering how Canada got this way. A non-citizen sexually assaulted an 18-year-old girl in a nightclub in Calgary and then was given a lenient sentence to avoid deportation. Can the minister try again? What is she going to tell the victim of this criminal? Why is he still in Canada?”

Statement grade

78 / 100, held down by Relevance

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Claims 100%

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

Mr. Chair, Claims · 40 wordsmy role is to manage migration in Canada.¹ We have clear rules. We are working.Vague promise We have been transparent with Canadians. People who commit serious offences will be treated and should be treated seriously and sentenced. CBSA investigates and deports.²Partly on point

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 · 100

0 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.

Nothing lost points.

Relevance · 48

6 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 “my role is to manage migration in Canada.”States her general role in managing migration, not why this offender remains in Canada.
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 have clear rules.”Says clear rules exist, but does not address this offender’s case or the victim.
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 working.”A general assurance of work that does not address the case raised.
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 have been transparent with Canadians.”About transparency generally, not the offender’s remaining in Canada.
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 “People who commit serious offences will be treated and should be treated seriously and sentenced.”States a general principle about sentencing serious offenders, without addressing this case.
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 “CBSA investigates and deports.”Describes CBSA’s general function, not why this offender has not been deported.

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 · 91

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”A commitment to action with no actor, measure, date or success condition named.

Claims · 2

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“my role is to manage migration in Canada”The minister (Hon. Lena Metlege Diab) holds the portfolio responsible for managing migration in Canada.search
2“CBSA investigates and deports”The Canada Border Services Agency investigates immigration matters and carries out deportations.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20