Yes, but I also said we're not acting based on threats. We're acting on the basis of science, and we're acting when we know these actions are the best actions we can put in place to support the recovery of a species. It's not based on the recommendations that come from any group, citizen, or external science. We base our decisions and recommendations to the minister and to cabinet on the science that is peer-reviewed by DFO.
On November 1st, 2018. See this statement in context.