Role of the Public Service Commission Board

The Public Service Commission Board is composed of three members appointed to service for a five year term. They meet several times annually and may make recommendations to the Minister responsible for human resource management administration for provincial government. They submit an annual report to the minister on the activities of the PEI Public Service Commission and administration of the Civil Service Act for each fiscal year.

Board Members:

Carl Lafford (Chair)

Mr. Lafford is a retired federal government employee. His work experience over the years spans from labourer, consultant, and manager. He has been a volunteer and an active member of the Island community. His appointment to the PEI Public Service Commission Board is for a five year term, effective February 2013. Mr. Lafford is married with adult children and resides in Charlottetown, PEI.

Rita Ryan-Sabada

Mrs. Ryan-Sabada is a retired provincial public service employee. She has extensive experience working with the Union of Public Sector Employees on behalf of provincial employees. She is an avid volunteer and an active member of the community. Her appointment to the PEI Public Service Commission Board is for a five year term, effective January 2012. Mrs. Ryan-Sabada currently resides in Charlottetown, PEI.

Bobby Kenny

Mr. Kenny retired from the Provincial Civil Service in 2011 after 37 years of service. His experience included positions as a property assessor, staffing officer, along with management positions in tax administration and human resources. He is currently an active participant on a number of provincial and federal boards. His appointment to the PEI Public Service Commission Board is for five year term, effective October, 2012. Mr. Kenny is married, has one daughter, and resides in Charlottetown, PEI.