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Steven MacKinnon

Liberal on International Trade 2026-10-29

63 words · 3 sentences · 3 clauses

Replying to Mario Simard (Bloc Québécois)

“Mr. Speaker, Europe is going to impose tariffs on Quebec’s aluminum, steel and iron exports because of Canada. This may not end with metal exports, because the Liberals also weakened pesticide regulations and even gave themselves the power to reintroduce banned pesticides. Europe has strict standards in this area as well, so that will hinder agri-food trade. Unlike the Liberals, Europe takes these issues seriously. Do they now realize how much their irresponsible deregulation will cost Quebec?”

Statement grade

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Not graded

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

Claims 54%Promise 46%

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

Mr. Speaker, Claims · 34 wordsEurope is throwing open its doors to co-operation with Canada. It was a historic day, during which we explored a wide range of opportunities to deepen our co-operation with France, Romania, Spain and Germany.¹ Promise · 29 wordsWe will continue to strengthen these relationships across a number of sectors, expanding access to European markets for Canadian companies and individuals, including Quebeckers, who stand to benefit greatly.Vague promise

At a glance

Lost points for

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What the tags mean

Signal · 100

0 of 1 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 · 100

0 of 1 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 question asked.

Nothing lost points.

Respect · 100

0 of 1 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 · 50

1 of 1 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 “expanding access to European markets”The statement commits to an ongoing policy effort without defining specific measures or deadlines to achieve the expansion.

Claims · 1

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“we explored a wide range of opportunities to deepen our co-operation with France, Romania, Spain and Germany”During a visit, Canada explored opportunities to deepen its cooperation with France, Romania, Spain, and Germany.search

Analysed on 2026-10-31