Atlantic Provinces Harness Racing Commission, Kensington, PE

The Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission was established in 1994 and consists of six members each of which are nominated by the Lieutenant Governor in Council on the recommendations of the Minister. The members of the Commission hold office for such term, not exceeding three years, as determined at the time of appointment. A member is eligible for reappointment but no member shall serve for a continuous period exceeding nine years. A member remains in office until the member resigns or is replaced. In the event of a vacancy occurring during the term of office of a member, the Council may appoint a person for the remainder of the term of that member. A vacancy does not impair the right of the remaining members to act. The Commission meets the first Friday of each month to deal with Commission matters and/or to conduct Appeal Hearings. Members currently serving on the Commission are: Don Dalling, Chairman, Province of New Brunswick Robert Wilson, Commissioner, Province of New Brunswick David Lewis, Commissioner, Province of Nova Scotia James Cameron, Commissioner, Province of Nova Scotia Fred Paynter, Commissioner, Province of Prince Edward Island Lowell Stead, Commissioner, Province of Prince Edward Island The Commission has two full-time staff in its office located in Kensington, Prince Edward Island; the Director of Racing, Dr. Paul Hogan and Administrative Assistant, Debbie Walsh. In addition, the Commission is responsible for approximately 25 part-time race officials. There are (8) eight racetracks under the jurisdiction of the Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission and the Commission governs, regulates and supervises harness racing in all of its forms relevant and related to pari-mutuel betting. JUDGES ONLY.