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March 28, 2017

Province Announces New Appointments to License Suspension Appeal Board



Four new members have been appointed to the License Suspension Appeal Board of Manitoba, Infrastructure Minister Blaine Pedersen announced today.

“The License Suspension Appeal Board plays an important role in Manitoba, ensuring that appeals are judged with sound consideration for fairness and public interest,” said Pedersen.  “We rely on the experience and ability of these individuals to display sound judgment.  I look forward to the important contributions the new members will make to the board.”

The License Suspension Appeal Board, established under The Highway Traffic Act, provides an appeal process in cases where a person’s driver’s licence or permit has been suspended by the registrar of motor vehicles or the court.

Newly appointed members are Beverley Duthoit, Sital Kang, Edward Nichiporick and Sandra Scarr.

Duthoit has an extensive background in corporate insurance and claims as well as being a co-owner of a consulting company.

Kang has been a successful business owner for more than 25 years with experience in various areas including retail, restaurant and human resources.

Nichiporick has worked as a public servant for 40 years, developing his skills and knowledge in a multitude of positions.  He is also a dedicated volunteer, offering his time with numerous organizations including his local crime watch group.

Scarr has extensive experience with the Department of National Defence, where she communicated with varied stakeholders of diverse ages, multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and gained an in-depth working knowledge of The Human Rights Code and Canadian Human Rights Commission.

The minister would like to thank the outgoing board members for their past service to the License Suspension Appeal Board and to the province of Manitoba.

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