3(1)The body established as the Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission by the Council of Maritime Premiers established under the Council of Maritime Premiers Act is continued under the name Atlantic Provinces Harness Racing Commission.

3(2)The Commission has unified jurisdiction throughout the Atlantic Provinces.

3(3)Subject to subsection (5), the Council shall appoint the members of the Commission.

3(4)The change of the name of the Commission does not affect its rights and obligations, and all proceedings may be continued or commenced by and against the Commission under its new name that might have been continued or commenced by or against the Commission under its former name.

3(5)A member of the Commission who held office immediately before the commencement of this subsection continues in office until the member resigns or is reappointed or replaced.