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Ryan Turnbull

Liberal on Adjournment Proceedings 2026-09-24

89 words · 5 sentences · 5 clauses

Replying to Dan Mazier (Conservative)

“Mr. Speaker, the Liberals did not answer my question. He was going on about an auditor trail. He did not answer my question. My question was about a severance package awarded to the CEO who oversaw the $300-million PrescribeIT failure. The health minister’s very own official is on Canada Health Infoway’s board. My question was simple: Did the health minister’s representative vote in favour of the massive severance package for the PrescribeIT CEO, yes or no?”

Statement grade

76 / 100, held down by Relevance

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

Claims 92%Promise 8%

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

Mr. Speaker, Claims · 82 wordsI mentioned that in the review taking place as we speak, there is a review of all the governance structures, the compensation packages, leadership, performance, etc. The Conservatives wanted the Auditor General to look into this matter. She has stated very clearly that she believes the measures announced by the minister are enough and that it would be duplicative for the Auditor General to do her own review.¹ As the minister has said, the third party review and audit are under way.² Promise · 7 wordsWe look forward to seeing the results.Partly 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 5 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 · 46

5 of 5 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 question on notice.

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 mentioned that in the review taking place as we speak, there is a review of all the governance structures, the compensation packages, leadership, performance, etc.”About the review’s scope, not whether the minister’s representative voted for the severance package.
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 Conservatives wanted the Auditor General to look into this matter.”About the Conservatives’ request to the Auditor General, not the vote 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 “She has stated very clearly that she believes the measures announced by the minister are enough and that it would be duplicative for the Auditor General to do her own review.”About the Auditor General’s view of the review, not the vote 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 “As the minister has said, the third party review and audit are under way.”About the third-party review under way, not whether the representative voted for the package.
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 look forward to seeing the results.”About awaiting the review’s results, not the vote asked about.

Respect · 100

0 of 5 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 · 100

0 of 5 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.

Nothing lost points.

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“She has stated very clearly that she believes the measures announced by the minister are enough and that it would be duplicative for the Auditor General to do her own review.”The Auditor General of Canada has stated that the health minister’s announced measures regarding Canada Health Infoway are sufficient and that an Auditor General review would be duplicative.search
2“the third party review and audit are under way”An independent third-party review and audit of Canada Health Infoway directed by the Minister of Health is currently under way.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20