What is the role of COSEWIC? 

A)  It helps prevent the importation of endangered species. 
B)  It estimates projected climate changes. 
C)  It provides expert assessments of species at risk in Canada. 
D)  It legally binds signatory governments to reversing the global decline of biological diversity.

COSEWIC

The Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada, a committee that assesses and classifies the conservation status of wildlife species in Canada at risk of extinction.

Species At Risk

Organisms threatened with a high risk of extinction in the near future, either globally or within a specific geographic area.

Expert Assessments

Evaluations or analyses conducted by individuals or groups with specialized knowledge in a particular field, often used to inform decisions or policies.