General
Readout
A summary account of a meeting or engagement.
Plain English
A short summary of what happened in a meeting, sent afterwards.
If you’re new here
Writing the readout is quiet influence. It becomes the record of what was agreed.
What they probably mean
“Here's what happened, as I'm choosing to describe it.”
Interpretation offered as humour, not authoritative guidance.
Bureaucracy level
Moderate · 3/5
How much government-speak this phrase carries. Playful indicator, not a judgement of anyone using it.
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Important
GC Simplified is an independent tool, not affiliated with or endorsed by the Government of Canada, and it does not provide official advice. Plain language is an interpretation, and interpretations can be wrong. Always verify against the source and your organization’s own guidance before acting.