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Ryan Turnbull

Liberal on Adjournment Proceedings 2026-10-28

116 words · 6 sentences · 8 clauses

Replying to William Stevenson (Conservative)

“Mr. Speaker, I want to first say that this is all about decisions. We can look at a lot of the choices that are made with regard to Parks Canada. Last year, it gave $2 million worth of bonuses to executives and paid over $400,000 in catering. This is all about decisions. Meanwhile, the Canada strong pass reduced the amount of fees that were collected from those who were visiting, so that reduced the actual income. That is a choice that affects spending. Regarding the rescue dog program in Banff, when I first heard about this decision, I knew immediately that this was something that needed to be addressed right now, before we have deep snow and an increased risk of avalanches. We have received dozens of emails and calls already and have thousands of signatures on an e-petition that was only started yesterday. This is not a cost-saving measure. Will the government commit to reinstating the rescue dog program in Banff?”

Statement grade

38 / 100, held down by Signal

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

Positioning 78%Thanks 14%Claims 8%

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

Mr. Speaker, Positioning · 55 wordsour plan is focused and disciplined. We are acting where we can make the most difference, by maintaining fiscal sustainability and discipline, Vague promiseand making targeted investments that benefit Canadians right across the country.Vague promise That means reducing the operating deficit, meeting our fiscal anchors and ensuring public funds support growth, resilience and the well-being of Canadians.¹²PositioningPartly on point Thanks · 16 wordsI appreciate the member opposite’s comments and his commitment to that particular program in his jurisdiction.Thanks Claims · 9 wordsAs he said, quite rightly, it is about decision-making. Positioning · 36 wordsThe Government of Canada is doing its very best to make the best decisions for the greatest number of Canadians, Unearned certaintyand pursue the prosperity and the strength in our economy that all Canadians want to see.PositioningPartly on pointUnearned certainty

At a glance

Lost points for
Didn't answerNone of this reply addressed the specific point raised or the topic under debate.
Little substanceMuch of this statement went to praise, blame, greetings, routine procedure or general stories rather than reasons, requests or specific points.

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What the tags mean

Signal · 8

7 of 18 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.

Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it.What the tags mean “our plan is focused and disciplined.”Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.
Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it.What the tags mean “We are acting where we can make the most difference, by maintaining fiscal sustainability and discipline,”Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.
Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it.What the tags mean “and making targeted investments that benefit Canadians right across the country.”Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.
Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it.What the tags mean “That means reducing the operating deficit, meeting our fiscal anchors and ensuring public funds support growth, resilience and the well-being of Canadians.”Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.
Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “I appreciate the member opposite’s comments and his commitment to that particular program in his jurisdiction.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it.What the tags mean “The Government of Canada is doing its very best to make the best decisions for the greatest number of Canadians,”Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.
Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it.What the tags mean “and pursue the prosperity and the strength in our economy that all Canadians want to see.”Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 46

7 of 18 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 “our plan is focused and disciplined.”About the government’s general fiscal discipline, not the reinstatement of the Banff dog program asked for.
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 are acting where we can make the most difference, by maintaining fiscal sustainability and discipline,”About the government’s fiscal priorities generally, not the fate of the rescue dog program.
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 making targeted investments that benefit Canadians right across the country.”About the government’s investments broadly, not the program the member asked to be reinstated.
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 “That means reducing the operating deficit, meeting our fiscal anchors and ensuring public funds support growth, resilience and the well-being of Canadians.”About fiscal anchors and deficit reduction, not the decision on the Banff program.
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 he said, quite rightly, it is about decision-making.”About decision-making in general terms, not the reinstatement decision asked for.
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 is doing its very best to make the best decisions for the greatest number of Canadians,”About the government’s general approach to decisions, not the Banff program.
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 pursue the prosperity and the strength in our economy that all Canadians want to see.”About prosperity and the economy broadly, not the rescue dog program asked about.

Respect · 100

0 of 18 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 · 34

4 of 18 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 acting where we can make the most difference”The commitment outlines an action without specifying the measure, date, or success conditions.
A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.What the tags mean “making targeted investments that benefit Canadians right across the country”This describes a commitment to general investment without defining the investments or their measurable benefits.
Something stated as certain with nothing to back it.What the tags mean “The Government of Canada is doing its very best to make the best decisions for the greatest number of Canadians”The phrase makes a subjective assertion of maximum effort and quality without providing a verifiable plan or metric for success.
Something stated as certain with nothing to back it.What the tags mean “pursue the prosperity and the strength in our economy that all Canadians want to see”The statement refers to a universally desired outcome that cannot be confirmed or verified as a committed deliverable.

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“reducing the operating deficit”The Government of Canada’s plan involves reducing the operating deficit.search
2“meeting our fiscal anchors”The Government of Canada’s plan involves meeting its fiscal anchors.search

Analysed on 2026-10-30