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Stéphane Lauzon

Liberal on Medical Assistance in Dying Safeguards Act 2026-10-30

83 words · 4 sentences · 6 clauses

Replying to Luc Berthold (Conservative)

“Mr. Speaker, I will ask the same question I asked my colleague earlier because it is very important. Quebec has already passed its own legislation on advance requests. There is apparently a backlog of nearly 3,000 advance requests in Quebec right now, but not one has been carried out because the Criminal Code still prohibits advance requests. Has the government ensured that Quebec’s existing law is consistent with Bill C-41, so that we do not have to debate this again at a later date, or does the government intend to introduce amendments to Bill C‑41 in committee instead?”

Statement grade

Average 76 / 100

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

Claims 65%Thanks 13%Promise 22%

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

Mr. Speaker, Claims · 54 wordsQuebec has been a model, an example to follow, when it comes to advance requests for MAID.¹ Evidently, the framework we have presented, which I hope will be passed by a strong majority in the House, is a national, general framework. The provinces and territories will need to adapt it as they see fit.Partly on point Thanks · 11 wordsWe commend Quebec on the work it has done so far, ThanksPromise · 18 wordsand we are ready to work together to lay a solid foundation with all the provinces and territories.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 · 84

1 of 7 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 “We commend Quebec on the work it has done so far,”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 47

5 of 7 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 “Quebec has been a model, an example to follow, when it comes to advance requests for MAID.”On the subject of the question, but no answer to what was asked can be drawn from it.
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 “Evidently, the framework we have presented,”The statement defines the bill as a national framework but does not address the specific requirement for consistency with Quebec’s laws.
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 hope will be passed by a strong majority in the House, is a national, general framework.”The government describes the bill as a general framework rather than confirming its current alignment with Quebec’s specific legislation.
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 provinces and territories will need to adapt it as they see fit.”The clause states that provinces must adapt the bill to their needs, which speaks to the legal challenge but avoids answering the question of consistency.
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 are ready to work together to lay a solid foundation with all the provinces and territories.”The clause expresses a willingness to collaborate on the subject matter without confirming the specific legislative changes asked for.

Respect · 100

0 of 7 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 · 71

1 of 7 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 ready to work together to lay a solid foundation with all the provinces and territories”A commitment by the speaker’s side with no measure, date, or success condition for the cooperation.

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“Quebec has been a model, an example to follow, when it comes to advance requests for MAID”Quebec has passed its own legislation permitting advance requests for medical assistance in dying.search

Analysed on 2026-10-31