Procedure 8% Thanks 17% Claims 68% Promise 1% Reasoning 4% Positioning 1%
Structure · 18 steps
Claims · 25
Echo · 3 repeated lines
This view breaks the statement into its steps and names what each one does.
Mr. Speaker, Procedure · 44 words I will be sharing my time with the member for Prince George—Peace River—Northern Rockies. I am fortunate to rise today to speak to an important concern for the good and well-being of my constituents. I am obviously talking about the high cost of living. Procedure Thanks · 183 words However, before I do that, I would like to highlight the election of three important MLAs who will play a major role for my constituents in the coming years: Patrick Paquet, Étienne Grandmont and Julie White.1 These are three members from different provincial parties with whom I very much look forward to working to invest in our community and support middle-class families and those who need it most. I would also like to express my great esteem for two members who have left office, either because they retired from politics or because they were defeated last night: Mario Asselin and Pascal Paradis. Mr. Asselin and Mr. Paradis did a tremendous amount of work for the well-being of their constituents, and I wanted to acknowledge that. Of course, I would also like to acknowledge the work of the volunteers on all the election campaign teams and mention how much is going to change for the riding teams of former members of Parliament. I wish those members and all the teams that supported them all the best, good health, happiness and success in the future. Thanks Procedure · 9 words Let us come back to the cost of living. Procedure Claims · 131 words We recognize that many Canadians, including many in my riding, are struggling to make ends meet. Many are struggling to pay for groceries, gas, rent, which is also very expensive, and other expenses. Partly on point We also understand that the very high price of diesel is causing problems for many Quebeckers and Canadians. This is something that is happening around the world, and we need to understand, as everyone does already, that many factors are beyond the control of Canada and the Canadian government. Unearned certainty That said, I want to point out that diesel prices here in Canada remain lower than in most of the other G7 countries.2 The cost of living remains a significant concern for the Government of Canada. We have already introduced many measures to help Canadians in these hard times, Promise · 7 words and we will continue to do so. Vague promise Claims · 59 words For example, we cut taxes for 22 million middle-class Canadians, 3 and we eliminated the federal consumer carbon tax.4 The Government of Canada also removed or reduced the GST on eligible new homes for first-time home buyers.5 Just a few months ago, we introduced the Canada groceries and essentials benefit to provide direct support to households that need it most.6 Partly on point Procedure · 9 words I will come back to that in a moment. Procedure Claims · 89 words We also introduced Bill C-38, the Canadian fuel affordability act, to help with the cost of living.7 Bill C-38 will extend the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax until January 31, 2027.8 In practical terms, that means that Canadians will continue to save about $5 every time they fill up their gas tank.9 As members have surely noticed, when this measure was implemented in April, it had an immediate effect. The price at the pump immediately dropped by an average of approximately 11¢ a litre across Canada.10 Reasoning · 28 words By extending this rebate through to January, we will be able to continue to support Canadians and businesses that are suffering because of high fuel prices in general. Claims · 62 words The excise tax will be gradually reinstated. Following the current temporary suspension, the excise tax will be applied at only 50% of the regular rate for two months, which means savings of approximately five cents a litre on gas and two cents a litre on diesel in February and March 2027.11 The motion we are debating today focuses mainly on energy prices, Reasoning · 17 words but we obviously need to analyze all of this in a broader context, namely, affordability for Canadians. Claims · 12 words We have already introduced many measures to help Canadians make ends meet. Partly on point Procedure · 3 words A good example, Procedure Claims · 130 words as mentioned earlier, is the new Canada groceries and essentials benefit . It is a significantly enhanced version of what was previously known as the GST credit. The big difference is that, with this enhancement, Canadians will receive 25% more money this year and over the next four years of benefits.12 These tax-free payments are helping more than 12 million low- and modest-income Canadians, including tens of thousands of people in my own riding.13 If we look at the one-time top-up to the benefit that was paid this summer, a family of four will receive up to $1,900 this year and about $1,400 in each of the next four years.14 Eligible Canadian families received a payment just yesterday, on October 5, 15 and the next payment will be made in three months. Partly on point Procedure · 19 words I will end with a very quick summary of four very significant affordability measures for people in my riding. Procedure Claims · 240 words First, there is the Canada child benefit, which reduces poverty by 50%, especially in neighbourhoods in my riding where families are struggling to make ends meet.16 Nine out of 10 families receive this benefit.17 Second, there is the Canadian dental care plan , where 88% of participants, including tens of thousands of people in my riding, say they are very satisfied.18 Six million people are enrolled in the Canadian dental care plan, including a very large number in Quebec.19 It also reduces pressure on Quebec’s health care system, which really needs it, and it improves not only oral health, but overall health. Third, there is Canada’s national school food program, which helps 100,000 children in Quebec alone go to school on a full stomach.20 Le Pignon Bleu, in my riding, is doing incredible work partnering with this important program. It is not just any food; it is healthy, locally produced and consumed, and contributes to children’s overall development. Fourth is the national child care program. Some 900,000 children in Canada benefit from it.21 Eight provinces have reduced child care costs to $10 a day across the country, 22 and the remaining provinces and territories have reduced child care costs by more than 50%.23 In Quebec, that amounts to $2 billion in federal transfers to the provincial government, 24 which is equivalent to funding 150,000 child care spaces in Quebec alone.25 In closing, I know that there is still much work to be done, Positioning · 15 words but we will always be there to help Canadians , particularly those who need it most.Positioning Partly on point Vague promise
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Lost points for Partly on point ×43 Thanks ×9 Procedure ×7 Vague promise ×2 Unearned certainty Positioning Echo ×4 “The new Canada groceries and essentials benefit will provide additional significant support for more than 12 million Canadians.” Said 4 times by 4 members. Every time it was said → Echo ×4 “Is it the Canadian dental care plan?” Said 4 times by 3 members. Every time it was said → Echo ×3 “We will always be there to help Canadians.” Said 3 times by 2 members. Every time it was said →
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Signal · 68
17 of 63 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 will be sharing my time with the member for Prince George—Peace River—Northern Rockies.” Procedure or throat-clearing: 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 → “I am fortunate to rise today to speak to an important concern for the good and well-being of my constituents.” Procedure or throat-clearing: 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 → “I am obviously talking about the high cost of living.” Procedure or throat-clearing: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “However, before I do that, I would like to highlight the election of three important MLAs who will play a major role for my constituents in the coming years:” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “Patrick Paquet, Étienne Grandmont and Julie White.” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “These are three members from different provincial parties with whom I very much look forward to working to invest in our community and support middle-class families and those who need it most.” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “I would also like to express my great esteem for two members who have left office, either because they retired from politics or because they were defeated last night:” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “Mario Asselin and Pascal Paradis.” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “Mr. Asselin and Mr. Paradis did a tremendous amount of work for the well-being of their constituents,” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “and I wanted to acknowledge that.” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “Of course, I would also like to acknowledge the work of the volunteers on all the election campaign teams and mention how much is going to change for the riding teams of former members of Parliament.” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “I wish those members and all the teams that supported them all the best, good health, happiness and success in the future.” 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 → “Let us come back to the cost of living.” Procedure or throat-clearing: 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 → “I will come back to that in a moment.” Procedure or throat-clearing: 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 → “A good example,” Procedure or throat-clearing: 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 → “I will end with a very quick summary of four very significant affordability measures for people in my riding.” 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 → “but we will always be there to help Canadians, particularly those who need it most.” Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.
Relevance · 63
43 of 63 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 → “We recognize that many Canadians, including many in my riding, are struggling to make ends meet.” General struggles to make ends meet, without engaging the motion’s diesel measures.
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 → “Many are struggling to pay for groceries, gas, rent,” General expenses including groceries and gas, not the diesel tax and infrastructure measures proposed.
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 is also very expensive,” About rent costs, which the motion does not address.
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 other expenses.” General other expenses, not the motion’s diesel subject.
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 cost of living remains a significant concern for the Government of Canada.” States concern about the cost of living in general rather than the motion’s diesel measures.
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 have already introduced many measures to help Canadians in these hard times,” General help for hard times, not the diesel plan or its premises.
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 we will continue to do so.” A general promise to continue measures, without addressing the motion’s proposals.
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 example, we cut taxes for 22 million middle-class Canadians,” A general middle-class tax cut, not a diesel-related measure as the motion proposes.
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 we eliminated the federal consumer carbon tax.” About the consumer carbon tax on all consumption, not the diesel taxes the motion targets.
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 Government of Canada also removed or reduced the GST on eligible new homes for first-time home buyers.” About GST on homes, a subject the motion does not touch.
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 → “Just a few months ago, we introduced the Canada groceries and essentials benefit to provide direct support to households that need it most.” About a groceries benefit, not the diesel prices or measures in 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 have already introduced many measures to help Canadians make ends meet.” General measures to help make ends meet, not the motion’s diesel proposals.
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 mentioned earlier, is the new Canada groceries and essentials benefit.” About the groceries benefit, which the motion does not address.
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 a significantly enhanced version of what was previously known as the GST credit.” Details of the groceries benefit, not the diesel measures 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 → “The big difference is that, with this enhancement, Canadians will receive 25% more money this year and over the next four years of benefits.” Benefit amounts, not the motion’s diesel prices or plan.
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 tax-free payments are helping more than 12 million low- and modest-income Canadians, including tens of thousands of people in my own riding.” About benefit recipients, not the diesel subject of 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 → “If we look at the one-time top-up to the benefit that was paid this summer, a family of four will receive up to $1,900 this year and about $1,400 in each of the next four years.” Benefit payment amounts, not the motion’s diesel measures.
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 → “Eligible Canadian families received a payment just yesterday, on October 5,” Payment dates for the groceries benefit, not the diesel subject.
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 the next payment will be made in three months.” Next benefit payment timing, not the motion’s diesel measures.
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 → “First, there is the Canada child benefit,” About the child benefit, a subject the motion does not touch.
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 reduces poverty by 50%, especially in neighbourhoods in my riding where families are struggling to make ends meet.” About poverty reduction via the child benefit, not the diesel measures.
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 → “Nine out of 10 families receive this benefit.” Child benefit coverage figures, not the motion’s subject.
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 → “Second, there is the Canadian dental care plan,” About the dental care plan, which the motion does not address.
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 → “where 88% of participants, including tens of thousands of people in my riding, say they are very satisfied.” Dental plan satisfaction figures, not the diesel subject.
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 → “Six million people are enrolled in the Canadian dental care plan, including a very large number in Quebec.” Dental plan enrolment numbers, not the motion’s diesel measures.
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 reduces pressure on Quebec’s health care system,” About pressure on Quebec’s health system, not the motion’s subject.
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 really needs it,” About the health care system’s needs, not the diesel 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 it improves not only oral health,” About oral health, not the motion’s subject.
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 → “but overall health.” About overall health, not the diesel measures 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 → “Third, there is Canada’s national school food program,” About the school food program, a subject the motion does not touch.
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 helps 100,000 children in Quebec alone go to school on a full stomach.” School food program reach, not the motion’s diesel subject.
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 → “Le Pignon Bleu, in my riding, is doing incredible work partnering with this important program.” A local organization’s food program work, not the motion’s measures.
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 not just any food;” About the food served, not the motion’s diesel subject.
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 healthy, locally produced and consumed,” About local food production, not the motion’s measures.
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 contributes to children’s overall development.” About children’s development, not the motion’s subject.
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 → “Fourth is the national child care program.” About the child care program, which the motion does not address.
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 → “Some 900,000 children in Canada benefit from it.” Child care enrolment figures, not the motion’s diesel subject.
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 → “Eight provinces have reduced child care costs to $10 a day across the country,” Child care cost reductions, not the motion’s measures.
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 the remaining provinces and territories have reduced child care costs by more than 50%.” Further child care cost figures, not the motion’s subject.
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 Quebec, that amounts to $2 billion in federal transfers to the provincial government,” About federal child care transfers to Quebec, not the diesel 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 is equivalent to funding 150,000 child care spaces in Quebec alone.” Child care space funding equivalents, not the motion’s subject.
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 closing, I know that there is still much work to be done,” A general closing on work remaining, without addressing the motion’s diesel proposals.
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 → “but we will always be there to help Canadians, particularly those who need it most.” A general pledge to help Canadians, not the motion’s diesel measures.
Respect · 100
0 of 63 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 · 94
3 of 63 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.
Unearned certainty Something stated as certain with nothing to back it. What the tags mean → “as everyone does already” Asserts universal agreement as a substitute for any evidence that the factors named are beyond Canada’s control.
Vague promise A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible. What the tags mean → “we will continue to do so” A forward commitment by the speaker’s side with no specific measure, date or success condition.
Vague promise A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible. What the tags mean → “we will always be there to help Canadians” An open-ended commitment with no named action, measure or date.
Echo · 3 repeated lines
Words members of Parliament keep repeating, found by the same rule for every member. No score depends on it.
“The new Canada groceries and essentials benefit will provide additional significant support for more than 12 million Canadians.” Said 4 times by 4 members. Every time it was said → “Is it the Canadian dental care plan?” Said 4 times by 3 members. Every time it was said → “We will always be there to help Canadians.” Said 3 times by 2 members. Every time it was said →
Claims · 25
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 “Patrick Paquet, Étienne Grandmont and Julie White” Patrick Paquet, Étienne Grandmont and Julie White were elected as members of the Quebec National Assembly in the provincial election held October 5, 2026. search 2 “diesel prices here in Canada remain lower than in most of the other G7 countries” Canada’s diesel prices are lower than in most other G7 countries. search 3 “we cut taxes for 22 million middle-class Canadians” The Liberal government cut income taxes for 22 million middle-class Canadians. search 4 “we eliminated the federal consumer carbon tax” The federal consumer carbon tax has been eliminated by the Government of Canada. search 5 “removed or reduced the GST on eligible new homes for first-time home buyers” The Government of Canada removed or reduced the GST on eligible new homes for first-time home buyers. search 6 “we introduced the Canada groceries and essentials benefit” The Government of Canada introduced the Canada groceries and essentials benefit. search 7 “Bill C-38, the Canadian fuel affordability act” The Government of Canada introduced Bill C-38, the Canadian fuel affordability act. search 8 “extend the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax until January 31, 2027” Bill C-38 would extend the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax until January 31, 2027. search 9 “save about $5 every time they fill up their gas tank” Under the excise tax suspension, Canadians save about $5 every time they fill up their gas tank. search 10 “dropped by an average of approximately 11¢ a litre across Canada” When the fuel excise tax suspension was implemented in April, gas prices dropped by an average of approximately 11 cents a litre across Canada. search 11 “savings of approximately five cents a litre on gas and two cents a litre on diesel in February and March 2027” After the suspension, the excise tax would be applied at 50% of the regular rate, giving savings of approximately five cents a litre on gas and two cents a litre on diesel in February and March 2027. search 12 “Canadians will receive 25% more money this year and over the next four years of benefits” Under the enhanced Canada groceries and essentials benefit, Canadians will receive 25% more money this year and over the next four years of benefits. search 13 “helping more than 12 million low- and modest-income Canadians” The Canada groceries and essentials benefit helps more than 12 million low- and modest-income Canadians. search 14 “a family of four will receive up to $1,900 this year and about $1,400 in each of the next four years” Under the one-time top-up to the Canada groceries and essentials benefit, a family of four will receive up to $1,900 this year and about $1,400 in each of the next four years. search 15 “received a payment just yesterday, on October 5” Eligible Canadian families received a payment under the benefit on October 5, 2026, with the next payment in three months. search 16 “reduces poverty by 50%” The Canada child benefit reduces poverty by 50%. search 17 “Nine out of 10 families receive this benefit” Nine out of 10 families receive the Canada child benefit. search 18 “88% of participants” 88% of Canadian dental care plan participants say they are very satisfied. search 19 “Six million people are enrolled in the Canadian dental care plan” Six million people are enrolled in the Canadian dental care plan. search 20 “helps 100,000 children in Quebec alone” Canada’s national school food program helps 100,000 children in Quebec. search 21 “Some 900,000 children in Canada benefit from it” Some 900,000 children in Canada benefit from the national child care program. search 22 “Eight provinces have reduced child care costs to $10 a day” Eight provinces have reduced child care costs to $10 a day under the national child care program. search 23 “the remaining provinces and territories have reduced child care costs by more than 50%” The remaining provinces and territories have reduced child care costs by more than 50%. search 24 “$2 billion in federal transfers to the provincial government” Quebec receives $2 billion in federal transfers under the national child care program. search 25 “equivalent to funding 150,000 child care spaces in Quebec alone” The $2 billion federal transfer to Quebec is equivalent to funding 150,000 child care spaces. search
