CFBS Political Advocacy of Science Award was presented to the Honourable David Anderson, Minister of Environment, Canada, by Dr. Harvey Anderson, CFBS President, for his significant contribution to the promotion of science, research and development. Dr. Robert Slater, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, accepted the award on behalf of Minsiter Anderson at the CFBS 44th Annual Meeting Opening Cermonies, June 21st, 2001, Ottawa Congress Centre.