Government Orders
Business of Supply
“I'm going to repeat the talking points about how we're coordinating with partners and taking steps, without actually saying what we've changed or how we're going to keep Ebola from being sent here again.”
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT
Hon. Lena Metlege Diab
Diab rarely gives a clear yes or no answer and frequently dodges around questions in the House, filling time with slogans about 'protecting Canadians' and the government's plans. She openly says she won't answer specific questions if they're 'traps' or demands she doesn't like, and often pretends not to understand the real point. When she does give concrete numbers, they're usually self-flattering stats or promises of deportations she claims will happen eventually.
“I'm not actually going to answer that question. Instead I will just remind everyone that my government held a press conference recently about immigration safety measures.”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“Canadians need to know we passed a law to spend less on health care for some refugees. Look at the savings!”
“I want to dodge your negative example. Our spending helps vulnerable people. It's not as much money as you think. Ignore the bad stuff.”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“I want to correct the other speaker. Judges can't give special deals. We make laws. The other party didn't vote for them. I want them to vote with us.”
“The other party is wrong. I am doing a good job. More people are getting help. The budget office says we're spending less now. Everything is fine.”
“The rejected refugees' luxury health care is only temporary. It covers essential services. The cost is tied to volumes. We lowered volumes by 59%. Liberals save money. The PBO said Liberals will save $400 million per year.”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“The PBO did say we'll save money soon. I'm talking about the future savings to dodge her point about the big spending right now. And hey, you voted for that bill too, so there.”
“I will repeat kind statements about our health program but not actually respond to your point.”
“I will be at the committee for four hours. I want you to know these claimants are real people who pay taxes and get work permits. The budget officer confirmed that the amount they contribute is equal to what they receive. I want you to understand these are real human beings.”
“I want to say that the high costs are because of high volumes. I'm glad the Parliamentary Budget Officer confirmed that. We cut the number of asylum seekers by 60%. We're saving money now. We're doing a good job.”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“I'm here to answer questions. I'll be here many days. I want you to stop bullying. Our government is doing what Canadians elected us for.”
“That's a ridiculous question. I'm here. I'm working. Immigration is fine. Look at all these programs!”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“I want to look smart and make you look confused. My government is making people leave when they should. We're focused on getting more workers. We'll keep going.”
“That's not true. I want to look good. The government has everything under control.”
“The immigration minister is doing a good job. She is processing more people. Numbers are down because the minister is so good. Everything is fine.”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“I want to look good by saying applications and arrivals are down a lot from 2024 to 2026. It doesn't matter if that's not the real issue.”
“I need more time. Let me list how hard I'm working. Everything is getting better. We're kicking people out. I brought a bill with more security. We're tracking who leaves. I'm fixing this.”
“I'm filling time with kind words and saying nothing anyone could pin down later. Everything is fine. I'm doing a great job.”
Oral Questions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“I don't like your argument. You should feel bad for attacking a program that spends money to help people. I will keep spending money to protect everyone.”