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National Defence

During Oral Questions, Members discussed the planned grounding of the Snowbirds aerial team in 2026 and associated job losses. The Conservatives criticized the grounding, while the Liberals defended it as part of air force modernization. The debate included arguing over each party's track record in Saskatchewan.

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Hon. David McGuinty

Liberal
“I'm filling time with kind words and saying nothing anyone could pin down later.”
Our translation 22% shorter

Hon. David McGuinty

Liberal
“I want you to stop criticizing and agree with me. We promise to buy planes someday in the distant future.”
Our translation 80% shorter

Hon. David McGuinty

Liberal
“I don't like that question. I won't answer who made the decision. I am saying nice things about the air force instead.”
Our translation 77% shorter

Hon. Buckley Belanger

Liberal
“I don't have to listen to you. People are saying nice things happened after you left. Your old government was very bad so nothing else you say matters.”
Our translation 68% shorter