As part of my duties as a science advisor at Fisheries and Oceans Canada, I am required to not only evaluate research projects, but also submit advice to the department's management. Once the advice is submitted, the decisions rest with management, not with me in my role as science advisor. My 26 years of experience in the department have taught me to understand my area of influence. I can have some influence, but the decision is not mine.
On April 26th, 2022. See this statement in context.