The ASA will be holding a hearing for Chris Billings this Saturday from 9am - 5pm at the Nisku Inn. It is open but space is limited.

The following is a letter Mr Billings sent to those who have supported him.

To all those who have supported me over the course of the last 21 months, First off, many Thanks for the encouragement to persevere. This has been a very long and trying time in coming to some sort of resolution. As most of you are aware, since my request in April of last year, (after the ASA AGM), the ASA Board has been long in consideration to organize a Discipline Committee for a Hearing in response to the allegations laid against me in February of 2009. This Hearing will occur on Saturday, February 4th, 2012 in Nisku. From the beginning, this matter has largely been about transparency. It is the reason why I disclosed from the first day after being given the ‘option to resign’ by Mr. Charpentier & Mr. Magdee. To that extent, I have requested that the Hearing in two weeks time be open to all members of the ASA general public, whether they support one side or the other. The preliminary response from ASA is that any individuals from the general public that wish to attend be identified in advance. There are a few people who will be giving direct evidence at the hearing both for and against the allegations. At the current time, I don’t intend to call anymore witnesses than will absolutely be required. Drawing this out longer than necessary doesn’t seem like the right idea. (Also, I think Mr. Innes and his ‘infamous binder’ of emails does enough for all of us.) Being said, there are a few people attending for interest purposes, but also to provide some moral support for myself. I am extremely gracious for that. I would like to extend the invitation to attend also to anyone else looking to do so. If you intend to, wishing to, would like to or can attend, for any part or whole of the day, I would be grateful. If so, please drop myself or Michelle a note before the end of the month and we will be sure to include you on the ‘ASA general public’ list. Lastly, as you are also likely aware, Mr. Kim Wakefield from FMC will be representing me at the Hearing. I did request for the costs to be covered by ASA, but was denied. I can’t begin to tell you what your financial support in helping me to retain Mr. Wakefield means. Just having someone to provide some clear perspective during what will be a very emotional day will be important, not to mention Mr. Wakefield’s expertise. A request will be made at the Hearing that costs be covered by ASA, as was done at the Districts hearing in March, so I hope to be able to repay each and everyone at a later date. Again, thanks to all, and hope to see you on February 4th, if you can make it. Best Regards, Chris Billings