Dr. Iris Greenwald

The appellant, a standardbred driver, trainer, and owner, appealed a suspension and fine imposed after a positive drug test that violated his probation order and post-violation agreement.

The Ontario Racing Commission ordered a six-month suspension, a $2,000 fine, and mandatory enrollment in a substance abuse program.

The appellant must meet strict conditions, including a negative return-to-duty test and ongoing random testing, before being eligible for relicensing.

The licensee, a standardbred driver/trainer/owner, appealed a 15-day suspension for a positive random drug test for cocaine and oxycodone, and an indefinite suspension for a subsequent positive follow-up test for cocaine.

He also sought a declaration that the initial suspension caused an unnecessary delay in his return to racing.

The Ontario Racing Commission dismissed the appeals and applications, finding that the positive tests were valid and the licensee's explanations were not credible.

The Commission ordered a one-year suspension, a $1,000 fine, and imposed strict conditions for reinstatement, including completion of a substance abuse program.