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François-Philippe Champagne

Liberal Saint-Maurice—Champlain 343 statements translated

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Champagne, as finance minister, is pushing affordability measures: extending the fuel tax suspension through Bill C-38, the Canada groceries and essentials benefit for twelve million Canadians, housing funding and a budget set for November 5. He answers questions by reciting programs and figures and often turning on the questioner, telling one that “the member seems confused” and daring the Conservative leader to “take action” instead of talk. His answers close on refrains like “every day is a good day to fight for Canadians.”Written by AI from their statements. Updated .

Average grade
C+
69 / 100 over 298 statements
Signal 63 / 100
Relevance 55 / 100
Respect 100 / 100
Clarity 84 / 100
Loses points more than most for Mocking a person instead of answering their argument.2 times as often as most members.What the tags mean ×2.0 A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.1.8 times as often as most members.What the tags mean ×1.8 Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about.1.6 times as often as most members.What the tags mean ×1.6 Loses points less than most for A story that illustrates instead of making a point.Less often than most members.What the tags mean Wording that hides who did something, or who will.Less often than most members.What the tags mean Greetings and pleasantries.Less often than most members.What the tags mean Averaged over the 298 of 343 statements graded so far.

Statements 343

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The Economy

In response to a question from Pierre Poilievre

“The Prime Minister brought back 13 deals worth $5 billion from the G7 summit. The Conservatives should thank him for this success.”

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    “We are going to build the strongest economy in the G7.”

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Official Hansard

Mr. Speaker, during this final question period before the summer recess, I would have expected the Leader of the Opposition to thank the Prime Minister of Canada for the work he did at the G7 summit. We brought back 13 deals that will generate $5 billion. Of course, the Prime Minister of Canada is representing Canada at an international event today. The 174 Liberal members on this side of the House are a team, a strong team that is always there to build Canada strong. We are going to build the strongest economy in the G7, and I hope the Leader of the Opposition will applaud this government’s success.

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Agriculture and Agri-Food

In response to a question from Greg Fergus

“We announced our food plan last week. We are spending $1 billion on food buildings and transit hubs. We are also spending $750 million to help Canadians get more Canadian fruits and vegetables all year, and we are helping grocery competition.”
Official Hansard

Mr. Speaker, I would like to begin by thanking the member for Hull—Aylmer for his question and for all his leadership. I am sure that my colleagues will agree with me. He is right. Last week, we unveiled the national food security strategy, because we know that food security is a top priority for Canadians. These are flagship measures that will please everyone, even the Conservatives: $1 billion for food infrastructure, terminals and hubs, as well as $750 million to ensure that Canadians have access to more Canadian‑grown fruits and vegetables all year long. There are also measures to spur competition—

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Democratic Institutions

In response to a question from Christine Normandin

“I want the House to pass this budget bill. It helps families and workers, and it will grow the economy in Quebec and across Canada.”

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Mr. Speaker, what Quebeckers and Canadians see is that we have a lot to get done. I am pleased to speak to Bill C‑30, a bill that is going to help families and workers, and that contains important measures for advancing Canada’s economy. I am sure that our Bloc Québécois colleagues want to contribute to building a more prosperous Quebec. On this side of the House, we will always stand up, we will always be ready to work, and together, we are going to drive the economy of this country and the economy of Quebec forward.

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The Economy

In response to a question from Pierre Paul-Hus

“The Conservatives criticize our economy, but our government is proud of it. We have skilled workers, strong industries, energy, critical minerals, and trade deals. We will keep supporting our workers and business owners.”
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Mr. Speaker, we hear the Conservatives talk against the economy. On this side of the House, we are proud. We are proud to have the most skilled workers in the world. We are proud to have an auto industry, a maritime industry, and an aerospace industry. We are proud to have critical minerals for the 21st century. We are proud to have abundant energy, renewable energy and nuclear energy. We are proud to be the only G7 country to have a free trade agreement with all the other G7 countries. On this side of the House, we will continue to support our entrepreneurs and our workers. We will continue to be proud of the Canadian economy.

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In response to a question from Pierre Paul-Hus

“Canada's economy has the second-highest growth among G7 countries. Companies are investing here, and Quebec's aerospace industry is doing well. Our government supports Canadian businesses and workers, and the Conservatives should praise them too.”

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    “We are going to build the strongest economy in the G7.”

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Mr. Speaker, my colleague will be pleased to hear that the Canadian economy ranks second in the G7 in terms of growth. Not only are we seeing growth, but we are also seeing investment; Bombardier is a perfect example of that. Quebec’s aerospace industry is thriving. We have always been there to defend our industries. We have always been there to defend our workers. Together, we will build the most resilient economy in the G7. I hope that one day, the Conservatives will stand up to congratulate our entrepreneurs, our businesses and our workers. On this side of the House, we will do so every day.

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In response to a question from Andrew Lawton

“Our Prime Minister is making business deals around the world, including 13 deals worth 5 billion dollars. We are growing Canada's economy, increasing exports, and bringing in record amounts of foreign investment.”

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    “We are focused on building the strongest economy in the G7.”

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Mr. Speaker, while the Conservatives are busy making videos, our Prime Minister is busy bringing deals. Members have heard it: 13 deals and $5 billion. That is what leadership is about. That is what Canada in the world is about. We are busy building the strongest economy in the G7. We have exports that are going to overseas markets. We are attracting a record level of foreign direct investment. Every day is a good day to fight for Canadians.

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Taxation

In response to a question from Alexandre Boulerice

“We make sure everyone pays their fair share of taxes. We also made a deal to spend $10 billion on infrastructure in Quebec, and we recently put over $150 million toward fighting homelessness.”

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Mr. Speaker, we on this side of the House know that every Canadian must pay their fair share of taxes. More importantly, in response to my colleague, it is important to note that we recently invested $10 billion. We reached an agreement with the Government of Quebec to invest $10 billion in Quebec’s critical infrastructure. Specifically when it comes to homelessness, we recently announced an investment of over $150 million so that we can do our part to address this issue. We will always be there to defend everyone’s interests and to ensure that everyone pays their fair share of taxes in Canada.

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Housing

In response to a question from Scott Aitchison

“I want the Conservatives to vote to pass this housing bill. We are working with Ontario to help home builders and homeowners.”

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Mr. Speaker, I have a simple answer for the Conservative: Pass Bill C-26. Instead of grandstanding in the House, do something, get on with it, work, vote and pass Bill C-26. We are in touch with our colleagues in Ontario. We are there for the builders and the homeowners, and we will work for the people of Canada.

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Canada Revenue Agency

In response to a question from Gérard Deltell

“We started a plan 100 days ago to fix service problems at the Canada Revenue Agency. The staff are working hard to serve Canadians and make sure everyone pays their fair share of taxes. I want to thank them for their work.”

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Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for his important question. My colleague knows full well that 100 days ago we implemented a plan to address certain challenges we have observed in the service provided by the Canada Revenue Agency. I can assure members that everyone working at the CRA is doing their best to serve Canadians well. They are ensuring tax integrity. They are ensuring that everyone pays their fair share of taxes. As we head into summer, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the employees who work at the Canada Revenue Agency.

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The Economy

In response to a question from Gabriel Hardy

“The Conservatives did not support our programs to help Canadians with the cost of food, child care, and raising children. We were there to help people, but they were not.”

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Mr. Speaker, what the people watching at home today are seeing is the Conservatives’ hypocrisy. Where were the Conservatives when we launched the Canada child benefit, the national school food program, the Canada disability benefit and the Canada groceries and essentials benefit? Where were they when we launched the Canada-wide early learning and child care program? Where were they when we launched the Canada workers benefit? They were nowhere to be found, but we were there for Canadians.

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In response to a question from Branden Leslie

“Canadians care about the high cost of rent, food, and gas. We took action by spending money on cheap housing, sending grocery payments to 12 million people, and cutting the tax on fuel.”
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Mr. Speaker, Canadians do not want another clip. They do not want just another question. They want action. That is exactly what we have done on this side of the House. Canadians are concerned about the cost of rent, the cost of food and the cost of gas. That is exactly what we have tackled. We have made record investments in affordable housing, we have just sent the groceries benefit to more than 12 million Canadians and we have suspended the excise fuel tax on gas. We understand what Canadians want, and we will deliver for Canadians. Every day is a good day to fight for Canadians.

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In response to a question from Branden Leslie

“Canada's economy is doing well. We brought in a record amount of foreign investment in 2025, and our growth is second in the G7. We are spending money on housing, building projects, and defence.”

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    “We are going to build Canada strong.”

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Mr. Speaker, I can see on the Conservatives’ faces today that they are not very happy, but let me bring them good news, because the country wants good news. In fact, in 2025, Canada received the highest level of foreign direct investment. That is Canada. We have the second-fastest growth in the G7. We have made generational investments in housing, infrastructure, productivity, innovation and defence. We are going to build Canada strong. Let them get on board. We are going to build this country.

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Access to Information

In response to a question from Tamara Jansen

“Our government believes in being open and sharing information with Canadians. We have some of the strongest laws in the world for sharing government records.”

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Mr. Speaker, I have never seen so much excitement from the Conservatives for an answer. We can see that summer is coming. They are awakening now. The question is very serious, and I can assure members of the House and all Canadians watching that we have some of the strongest laws when it comes to government information and disclosure. We believe in an open government. We believe in providing information to Canadians. Canadians can be assured that we have some of the strongest laws in the G7.

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Public Safety

In response to a question from Joël Godin

“We are working with the Quebec government to fight crime and extortion. We tested ways to remove cell phones from prisons to keep prison guards safe.”

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Mr. Speaker, my colleague will be pleased to learn that we are, in fact, working hand in hand with the Government of Quebec on these issues. My colleague should know that we conducted a pilot project to remove cell phones from the various prisons and penitentiaries across the country. We will always be there to ensure the safety of correctional officers. We will continue to work with the Government of Quebec. We will continue to fight extortion and crime in this country.

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The Economy

In response to a question from Pierre Paul-Hus

“I send my sympathies to the family and friends of Constable Marc Pinizzotto. Our government is investing in infrastructure, housing, business, and defence to bring more money into Canada.”

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Mr. Speaker, I would also like to offer my sympathies to the family and friends of Constable Marc Pinizzotto. The thoughts of every member of the House go out to him and his family today. To answer my colleague’s question, our government is making generational investments in infrastructure, housing, competitiveness, innovation and defence. Every member of our government is working on attracting investment, and the Prime Minister is making Canadians proud not just here at home, but around the world.

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The Economy

In response to a question from Pierre Poilievre

“The OECD predicts Canada's economy will grow by 1.7% in 2027. That is faster than Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom.”
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Mr. Speaker, I know it is Wednesday and the Leader of the Opposition is looking for good news. Let me help him. For Germany, it is 1.1%; Italy, 0.6%; Japan, 0.8%; and the United Kingdom, 1.1%. For Canada, it is 1.7%. That is the growth projection for 2027. This is what the OECD said just recently. On this side of the House, we are going to fight for Canadians, because every day is a good day to fight for Canadians.

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In response to a question from Pierre Poilievre

“Canada's economy grew by 1.2%, which is faster than most other major countries. We are working to make our economy the strongest in the G7.”
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Mr. Speaker, I have good news for the Conservative leader. Germany posted growth of 0.7%; Italy, 0.5%; Mexico, 0.8%; France, 0.7%; Japan, 0.6%; the United Kingdom, 0.9 %; and Canada, 1.2%. According to the OECD’s projections, Canada has the second-fastest growth in the G7. We, on this side of the House, will work hard every day to build the strongest economy in the G7.

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The Economy

In response to a question from Stéphane Lauzon

“Canada's economy is growing, but life is still expensive for many people. We need to help with the costs of housing, groceries, and gas. Last week, we gave money to 12 million Canadians to help them buy food.”

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Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my colleague for his leadership and for his excellent question. He has contributed to highlighting the good news that we received last week. With the Prime Minister, we are building the most resilient economy in the G7. While we are seeing strong growth in the Canadian economy, we are also keenly aware that the issue that matters to Canadians is affordability. We know that we need to take action on housing, groceries and gas prices. Last week, 12 million Canadians received additional support to deal with the rising cost of groceries. All Canadians watching at home know that, on this side of the House, we will always be there for them.

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In response to a question from Pierre Poilievre

“I will not take advice from the Conservative leader. We are making Canada's economy the strongest in the G7. Even the International Monetary Fund says Canada's finances are in the best shape.”

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Mr. Speaker, I will take no lessons from the Conservative leader. The only job he has had in the past 10 years is being here, in the House. Canadians know that we, on this side of the House, are building a resilient economy, a more prosperous economy, the strongest economy in the G7. Even the International Monetary Fund recently said that Canada is in the strongest position fiscally. On this side of the House, we believe in Canadians. We believe in Canada’s destiny, and we will fight every day to build a more prosperous Canada for all Canadians.

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In response to a question from Pierre Poilievre

“Canada's economy created over 80,000 jobs. We have the second-fastest growth in the G7 and are bringing in record investments.”

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Mr. Speaker, I know it is Tuesday and the Leader of the Opposition is looking for some good news. I have some for him. As the Prime Minister announced, the Canadian economy created over 80,000 jobs. We have the second-fastest growth in the G7 and we are attracting record investments in Canada. We believe in Canadian workers and Canadian industry. We believe in a prosperous Canada, and every day is a good day to fight for Canadian workers.

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