I can't tell you specifically in that almost $12 million cut, because, as I say, there is still some consideration on that. I can say that there was some nervousness last year when we talked about multi-species assessments and some changes to how we do our science. We can assure you that we are simply moving towards multi-species assessments for those species of fish that don't require annual assessments. For those that do require annual assessments, the science will continue in order for us to be able to make sound decisions. Science will be targeted at allowing us to provide the minister with the best information to make the best decisions for Canadians.
On March 14th, 2012. See this statement in context.