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Social Programs Appeal Board

Published date: April 2, 2025
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To provide an independent hearing to a person who is dissatisfied with a decision respecting the provision of financial assistance under the Social Assistance Act, the provision of supports or assured income under the Supports for Persons with Disabilities Act, or the provision of benefits under a social program specified in the regulations. 

What is the function of the board?

To make decisions on whether an appeal should be granted or denied.

Primary Role:  Adjudicative

How many people are on the board?

The board shall be composed of not less than seven and not more than nine members with some relevant experience in human services, appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council as follows:

  • (a) at least two members shall be from each of the provincial counties.
  • (b) at least one member shall be a former recipient of welfare assistance, social assistance, disability supports / AccessAbility supports, assured income, or a benefit under a social program specified in the regulations.
  • (c) at least one member shall be fluent in French and English.

What are the requirements of board members?

Work & Experience Requirements: Relevant experience in human services.

What are the nomination requirements?

Statutory Nomination Requirements: The Lieutenant Governor in Council shall appoint all members.

Traditional Nomination Requirements: At the discretion of the Minister of Social Development and Seniors.

Will I get paid?

Chair - $161/diem and Members - $109/diem.

What is the time commitment of the board?

Hearings are held upon receipt of an appeal.

The term of office for the members of the Board shall be three years and members may be re-appointed, provided that a member may not serve more than two consecutive terms.

Social Programs Appeal Board - Members
Name County Term Start Term End
Jacinta Campbell, Chairperson Queens County Nov 26, 2024 Nov 26, 2027
Ann Doyle, Vice-Chairperson Kings County Nov 26, 2024 Nov 21, 2026
Brandi Hudson Prince County Nov 26, 2024 Nov 26, 2027
Gary McQuaid Queens County Oct 15, 2024 Oct 15, 2027
Crystal Gardiner Prince County Nov 21, 2023 Nov 21, 2026
Mary Ann Donahoe Kings County Nov 21, 2023 Nov 21, 2026
Connie Bregant Queens County Oct 15, 2024 Oct 15, 2027

How can I apply?

If you would like to serve as a member of a provincial government agency, board, or commission (ABC) you can apply online through Engage PEI

Who can I contact?

Director of Social Programs

902-368-6369


General Inquiries

Executive Council Office

5th Floor, Shaw Building

95 Rochford Street

P.O. Box 2000,

Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8



General Inquiries:

Phone: 902-368-4502

Fax: 902-368-6118

Engage PEI Inquiries: 

engagepei@gov.pe.ca 

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