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Kevin Lamoureux

Liberal on Strengthening Canada's Defence Sector Act 2026-10-20

99 words · 4 sentences · 5 clauses

Replying to Elizabeth May (Green)

“Mr. Speaker, the stepwise implementation of what is supposed to be transformational, which we hear from the government, has become something of a sense of déjà vu. I would suggest to my hon. friend, the parliamentary secretary, that we have seen this before with Build Canada Homes. First, we got a special operating agency in 2025. Then we got the same proposal for Build Canada Homes as a Crown in 2026. As a Crown corporation in 2026, it is still struggling to set itself up. I talk to people all the time who are saying that, when we had the old Crown corporation, CMHC, we moved faster. What I am wondering about is, now that we are looking at a special operating agency for defence, I am sure at some point we will get a bill in here that says that the special operating agency for the Major Projects Office is going to become a Crown corporation. Can the hon. parliamentary secretary suggest why this route is preferred by the government?”

Statement grade

76 / 100, held down by Relevance

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Thanks 11%Reasoning 47%Claims 41%

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

Mr. Speaker, Thanks · 11 wordsI appreciate the question from the leader of the Green Party.Thanks Reasoning · 47 wordsPersonally, I understand and appreciate the value of Crown corporations because through them we can build in an arm’s-length component, which I would argue allows them to be far more efficient and better able to deal with the types of projects that have been assigned to them. Claims · 41 wordsThere are many examples at all levels of government. Whether it is municipal, provincial or federal governments, they have clearly demonstrated that, through a Crown corporation, we can ensure a higher sense of accountability and transparency while at the same time—Partly on point

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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 · 86

1 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.

Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “I appreciate the question from the leader of the Green Party.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 46

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 bill 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 “Personally, I understand and appreciate the value of Crown corporations because through them we can build in an arm’s-length component,”Speaks to the value of Crown corporations generally, but not why the government chose the agency route for this bill.
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 I would argue allows them to be far more efficient and better able to deal with the types of projects that have been assigned to them.”Argues Crown corporations are more efficient, without addressing the route chosen for the defence body.
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 “There are many examples at all levels of government.”Offers examples of Crown corporations at other levels of government, not an answer to the route chosen.
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 “Whether it is municipal, provincial or federal governments, they have clearly demonstrated that, through a Crown corporation, we can ensure a higher sense of accountability and transparency while at the same time—”Continues praising Crown corporations’ accountability, without addressing why the special operating agency route was preferred.

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 · 0

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No checkable claims.

Analysed on 2026-10-22