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Gary Anandasangaree

Liberal on Public Safety 2026-06-09

90 words · 5 sentences · 5 clauses

Replying to Sima Acan (Liberal)

“Mr. Speaker, with a background in public safety projects, I recognize that cyber-threats pose a growing risk to Canadians, and our government is confronting this challenge head-on. Last week, Bill C-8, the act respecting cybersecurity, passed third reading in the Senate and is now awaiting royal assent. This legislation will ensure critical infrastructure operators can prepare for, prevent and respond to cyber-incidents. Could the Minister of Public Safety explain what this means for the safety and security of Canadians and critical infrastructure in key sectors such as finance, telecommunications, energy and transportation?”

Statement grade

Average 78 / 100

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

Thanks 14%Reasoning 46%Claims 23%Promise 17%

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

Mr. Speaker, Thanks · 13 wordsI would like to thank my colleague from Oakville West for her advocacy.Thanks Reasoning · 41 wordsCanadians must have confidence in the integrity and security of the products and services they use each and every day.Partly on point This is why we are taking the necessary steps to protect Canadians, our critical infrastructure and our economy through Bill C-8.Vague promise Claims · 21 wordsThis piece of legislation will help critical infrastructure operators better prepare for, prevent and respond to cyber-incidents that threaten Canadian interests.¹ Promise · 15 wordsWe will continue to modernize Canada’s security tools while safeguarding privacy and keeping Canadians safe.Vague promise

At a glance

Lost points for
VagueMuch of this statement used imprecise wording, lacked details on timing or responsibility, or made broad claims without support.

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What the tags mean

Signal · 81

1 of 4 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 “I would like to thank my colleague from Oakville West for her advocacy.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 83

1 of 4 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 question asked.

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 “Canadians must have confidence in the integrity and security of the products and services they use each and every day.”States a general need for confidence in products and services, not what the legislation means for Canadians.

Respect · 100

0 of 4 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 · 48

2 of 4 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 taking the necessary steps”The commitment names no measure, date or success condition, leaving ‘necessary steps’ undefined beyond citing the bill.
A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.What the tags mean “We will continue to modernize Canada’s security tools”The commitment gives no actor beyond the speaker’s side, no date, and no measure of what modernizing entails.

Claims · 1

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“will help critical infrastructure operators better prepare for, prevent and respond to cyber-incidents”Bill C-8, the act respecting cybersecurity, will help critical infrastructure operators better prepare for, prevent and respond to cyber-incidents.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20