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Wade Grant

Liberal on Adjournment Proceedings 2026-10-07

107 words · 4 sentences · 4 clauses

Replying to Gord Johns (NDP)

“Mr. Speaker, I have a ton of respect for the parliamentary secretary for environment and climate change, but the bottom line is that this is exactly what we are talking about. They did not send the minister in here for the debate. They did not send the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs. The Commissionnaires have not had any meetings scheduled with the minister or representatives of Veterans Affairs Canada since the spring. I can assure members that the minister or representatives of Veterans Affairs Canada have met with GardaWorld. The government has known about veteran numbers declining for over a decade. The government did not care. They renewed the Commissionaires repeatedly because Commissionaires do a good job guarding our critical public infrastructure. They could have worked with them. Cancelling the right of first refusal does not help veterans. It hurts them. It increases costs to Canadian taxpayers. Who benefits? Have they met with GardaWorld since the spring?”

Statement grade

75 / 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 79%Promise 21%

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Mr. Speaker, Claims · 85 wordsthe government understands and appreciates its long and valued relationship with the Corps of Commissionaires. The decision to not renew the RFR policy reflects the evolving labour market and the need to ensure that policies remain effective and aligned with today’s realities.¹ With a national veterans employment strategy, along with other supports available through Veterans Affairs Canada, the government is broadening opportunities for veterans across the Canadian economy, helping them transition into meaningful careers and ensuring employers can fully benefit from their skills and expertise.² Promise · 22 wordsWe remain firmly committed to veteran employment and will keep working with partners, including the Corps of Commissionaires, to support this objective.Partly on pointVague promise

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 · 45

4 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 “the government understands and appreciates its long and valued relationship with the Corps of Commissionaires.”It speaks generally to the government’s regard for the Commissionaires without addressing whether GardaWorld was met or the decision’s handling.
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 decision to not renew the RFR policy reflects the evolving labour market and the need to ensure that policies remain effective and aligned with today’s realities.”It gives the rationale for the RFR decision but does not address the question about meetings with GardaWorld or the lack of consultation 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 “With a national veterans employment strategy, along with other supports available through Veterans Affairs Canada, the government is broadening opportunities for veterans across the Canadian economy, helping them transition into meaningful careers and ensuring employers can fully benefit from their skills and expertise.”It describes other veteran employment supports instead of addressing whether GardaWorld was met or the cancellation’s impact on the Commissionaires.
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 remain firmly committed to veteran employment and will keep working with partners, including the Corps of Commissionaires, to support this objective.”It states a general commitment to work with partners without answering the question asked about GardaWorld meetings.

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 · 74

1 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.

A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.What the tags mean “will keep working with partners”The commitment names no measure, date or success condition, so nothing can be checked later.

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“The decision to not renew the RFR policy”The Government of Canada has decided not to renew the right of first refusal policy for the Corps of Commissionaires on federal security guard contracts.search
2“a national veterans employment strategy”Canada has a national veterans employment strategy.search

Analysed on 2026-10-19