Source: Kahnawake Gaming Commission
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke appointed Heather Bauersfeld as a voting commissioner on the Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission on 4 November 2024. The MCK said her appointment, alongside Donna McComber’s, restores a quorum so meetings can resume, while it continues to seek additional commissioners.
Restoring a quorum allows KGC meetings to resume while the MCK continues seeking additional commissioners.
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The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) appointed Dr Jim Walker to its board with immediate effect, replacing Charlie Parker after his six-year term concluded. Walker will serve as one of two member-nominated directors representing the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association, Racehorse Owners Association and licensed personnel, the BHA said.
The National Indian Gaming Commission appointed William (Billy) Kirkland as an associate commissioner for a three-year term, the commission said. Kirkland will continue serving as assistant secretary for Indian Affairs at the Department of the Interior. The NIGC is also seeking a vice chair to succeed Jean Hovland, who stepped down in April after five years in the role.
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke approved five candidates for one-year terms as commissioners of the interim Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission at its council meeting on 13 October 2026, it announced on 19 October. The additions restore quorum, bringing the KGC to seven commissioners and allowing regular meetings to resume.
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke approved five candidates for appointment to one-year terms as commissioners of the interim Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission at a council meeting on 13 October 2026, the council announced on 19 October. The five are Peggy Mayo Standup, Marcy Delisle, Michelle Phillips, Daryl Leclaire and Frank McComber.
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke has announced temporary portfolio reassignments to maintain continuity during the medical leave of Ratsénhaienhs Paul Rice, it said. Tonya Perron takes the lead on regulatory boards and commissions, while Cody Diabo holds the Gaming Commission file. Other responsibilities attached to the portfolios will be shared among council members.
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke announced temporary portfolio reassignments on 19 October 2026 to maintain continuity during the medical leave of Ratsénhaienhs Paul Rice, according to a council public service announcement.
The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke is recruiting two additional gaming commissioners, according to a Kahnawà:ke Gaming Commission notice. The commission oversees administration and enforcement of Kahnawà:ke’s gaming legislation and regulations.