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A publication of the Thai-Canadian Chamber of Commerce 01 / 2012

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The Voyageur is the monthly magazine of

the Thai-Canadian Chamber of Commerce,

covering all Thai-Canadian business, legal

and social news of interest to the members

and others who are active in expanding

Thai-Canadian bilateral trade.

Editor:

Randy Shockley, Executive Director,

Thai-Canadian Chamber of Commerce

Publisher:

Scand-Media Corp., Ltd.

4/41-2 Moo 3, Thanyakarn Village,

Ramintra Soi 14, Bangkok 10230

Tel: +66(0) 2943-7166-8 Fax: +66(0) 2943-7169

Design: Disraporn Yatprom

Email: [email protected]

Advertising Contact:

Mr. Finn Balslev, Marketing Director

Scand-Media Corp., Ltd .Tel: +66(0) 2943-7166 ext.151 or 08-1866-2577

Email: [email protected]

Calendar of events: TCCC

CCBAUpcoming events in the region:

WHEN: Wednesday, January 18, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pmWHAT: Canuck Connections Networking NightWHERE: The Clubhouse Sports Bar & Grill - 21/1-3 Soi Sukhumvit 23 (02-664-1376)PRICE: Members - 200 baht; Guests & Non Members 400 baht

WHEN: Tuesday, January 24, 2012; 11:30 am 2:00 pm

WHAT: Speaker Luncheon: Khun Pimpaka Nichgaroon, Head Strategist for ThanachartSecurities Research Department will provide a Thailand economic and investmentoutlook for 2012

WHERE: Courtyard by MarriottPRICE: 700 baht Members; 850 baht Non Members

WHEN: Saturday, January 28, 2012; 5:00 pm 9:00 pmWHAT: The Great Canadian BBQ 2012WHERE: Ambassadors ResidencePRICE: 1,600 baht per person; Kids 12 & under - 500 baht

WHEN: Tuesday, February 7, 2012; 11:30 am 2:00 pmWHAT: Speaker Luncheon: Mr. Soonthorn Chaiyindeepum, Thailands Deputy Director-

General, Ministry of Foreign Affairs - ASEAN Department will talk on ASEAN-Canadarelations for which Thailand is currently serving as the country coordinator

WHERE: TBD - See event mailer for venue details

PRICE: 700 baht Members; 850 baht Non Members

WHEN: Wednesday, February 15, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pmWHAT: Canuck Connections Networking NightWHERE: Bourbon St. Restaurant, Oyster Bar & Boutique Hotel. This networking event will be held

at Bourbon Streets all new location in Thong LorPRICE: Members - 200 baht; Guests & Non Members 400 baht

Hong Kong: www.cancham.orgWHEN: Tuesday, February 14, 2012; 12:30 pm - 2:00 pmWHAT: Selling in a Down Economy, Strategies to Maintain and Grow your B2B Revenue

in Tough TimesWHERE: The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, 1301 Kinwick Centre,

32 Hollywood Road, CentralPRICE: HK$150 for members, HK$250 for non-members

Singapore: http://www.cancham.org.sgWHEN: Tuesday, 17th January 2012; 7pm-10pmWHAT: Drive into 2012 with CanCham and Audi with a presentation by

the Australian Wine Index!WHERE: Audi Showroom - 9 Leng Kee Road, Singapore 159090PRICE: $15 for member, $20 for non-member

Vietnam: www.canchamvietnam.orgWHEN: Saturday, February 18th, 2012 1.30pm to 3pm

Saturday, February 25th, 2012 1.30pm to 3pmWHAT: Know Finances Workshop for ExpatsWHERE: TWM Saigon (66/11 Pham Ngoc Thach, District 3)PRICE: Free of Charge

2011/2012 TCCC Executives

Patron:His Excellency Ambassador Ron Hoffmann

President John Casella

Vice President Ali FancyVice President John StevensSecretary Dr. Tim CornwallTreasurer Michael Howard

Executive Board:John Casella

Sranyoo ChanateNeil Chiu

Dr. Tim CornwallAli Fancy

Michael HowardRon LivingstonGeoff McIntyre

Alan NgSukanya Rattanavadee

John StevensDerek van Pelt

Embassy Representative:Ping Kitnikone

Advisors:Raymond Bodemer

Sam CohenSurachit Chanovan

Zoltan KosaDon Lavoie

Niccolo SozziPicharn Sukparangsee

Michael WhitePeter Van Haren

Executive Director:Randy Shockley

Thai-Canadian Chamber of Commerce139 Pan Road, Sethiwan Tower

9th floor, Bangkok 10500Tel: +66(0) 2266-6085-6Fax: +66(0) 2266-6087

Email: [email protected]: www.tccc.or.th

Happy

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In what is rapidly becoming oneof the countrys most popularevents, a multinational group ofavid golfers, hockey players andfriends all came together on theweekend of November 18-19in Thailands seaside resort ofPattaya to have fun and raisemoney for charitable causes.

Beaver Weekend got started onFriday night with the BeaverInvitational Reception and East-ern Seaboard Networking Nighthosted by the Amari Orchid

Hotel in its beachside venue, the Tavern bythe Sea. Guests were treated by the Amarito an outstanding array of finger foods, andfree-flowing Moosehead beer and mixeddrinks throughout the evening. In total, 140attendees participated, with many playerstaking time to pre-register for the followingdays tournament, and take part in a popularindoor putting contest.

Saturday was tournament day, with 152

players arriving at nearby Phoenix Golf Clubfrom 9:30 onwards in anticipation of thenoon start. The morning reception is oneof the most anticipated parts of the entireweekend, as old friends meet and new onesare made, and this year was no exception.Under the coordination of the Thai-CanadianChamber of Commerce (TCCC) staff, thereception went off smoothly and the 12:30shotgun went off without a hitch, the playerstaking to the superbly-groomed course foran afternoon of camaraderie, games, andfun playing a two-player scramble format.

The event is a collective effort from the

Canadian community, and brings togetherthe TCCC, Flying Farangs and the Embassyof Canada. Thanks to longtime Bangkok resi-dent and TCCC Board Member Don Lavoie,the event was sponsored once again byCanadian engineering giant Bombardier, withsponsors Singha Light providing refreshingon-course beverages, and DPelican provid-ing superb on-course food. All 18 holes weresponsored and several on-course eventsraised additional money for charity. WildingGolfs Beat The Pro raised 15,000 baht, withthe Flying Farangs Slap Shot Hole raisingan additional 19,600 baht.

Once the last players came in (somewith the assistance of night-vision goggles),it was time to count the scores and tally the

The 2nd Beaver InvitationalAnnual golf-beach-hockey combo for charity wins again

RESULTS:TECHNICAL PRIZES: This years tournament offered technical (and in some casesless thantechnical) prizes on every hole including:

SPONSOR COMPETITION WINNERRaja's Closest to the Raja's Pants Vipa DarasomMoosehead Team Gross Birdie (draw) John McHugh & Michael WinterburnBangkok Snow Removal Nearest to Pin in 2 Brad DippieSiam Wheels Near Pin Sunny KishorIEM Nearest to Beaver off Tee Jamie MacDonaldRajawongse One Putt (Draw) The Caddy CasanovasRabbit / Carrot Rewards Long Drive in Fairway Dave ZalewskiBaker Tilly Near Pin Alistair FawcettTCCC All In the Bunker (draw) Ketnarin SimmaBombardier One Putt (Draw) Currens

Flying Farangs Longest Putt Holed Ryan PinterSEA Mining Nearest to Beaver off Tee Alex PhelpsItalAsia Long Drive in Fairway Nick SiripunJOG Sports Near Pin Rick CassidySINGHA All In the Bunker (draw) Noi CassidyReDev Near Pin Tony FinchSanta Fe Nearest to Pin in 2 Walter (Sli Ngan) RISAllied Pickfords Team Gross Birdie (draw) Dick Graham & Mark Leonard

AWARDS:The winning Low Gross team is recognized with The Ambassadors Cup whilethe winning Low Net team receives The Beaver Trophy. Additionally, the events LowGross and Low Net winners were provided with engraved pewter hip-flasks and bottles of

Scotch. As a special recognition award, this years Low Gross and Low Net winnersreceived Beaver Invitational branded, bright red motorcycle taxi vests. While certainlymore whimsical than the bright green jackets given out at Augusta, they were certainlyworn with great pride. This years winners:

LOW GROSS Team Players3rd GROSS: 68 Chuck Wows Chuck Andeson + Jeff Cordiero2nd GROSS: 66 The Wizards John McHugh + Michael Winterburn1st GROSS: 65 The Country Gentlemen Scott Puzey + Steve HubbardLOW NET Team Players

3rd G: 68 HCAP: 2.5 NET: 65.1 Wellheads Lance Brunsvold +

Mike Turk2nd G: 66 HCAP: 1.6 NET: 64.4 Caddy Casanovas Brad Sproxton +

Stephen Snelgrove1st G: 66 HCAP: 2.1 NET: 63.9 4ITAGAINS-1 Duff Soby + Val Kienast

NOTABLE 2011 EVENT STATISTICS:

152 Number of players1,320 Cans of beer consumed on course

34 caddies pre-booked online

48,000 Raised from Mulligan sales19,600 Flying Farangs Slapshot Contest15,000 raised by Wilding "Beat the Pro" Hole10,300 Networking Night Putting Contest3,400 JOG Sports Hit the Green competition

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1. Slicers & Dicers and Embassy Team #1 with Ambassador Hoffmann. 2. TCCC President, John Casella, presiding over the BeaverInvitational Awards Ceremony. 3. Ambassador Ron Hoffmann preparing to present the Ambassador's Cup. 4. TCCC PresidentJohn Casella (L) and Ambassador Ron Hoffmann (R) presenting the Ambassador's Cup to Low Gross Winners Scott Puzey and

Steve Hubbard who were not present. Accepting the award on their behalf is the tournaments Low Net winner, Duff Soby (C).

5. The big hitters from Team Bombardier. 6. Golfers really appreciated Singha's on-course beer support!. 7. LA Dodgers & TeamB.A.F.F. 8. Commonwealth Cronies with Team Amata. 9. FF Fore Teams #1 & #2 10. Closest to the Raja's Pants contestants.

11. The Country Gentlemen were the "Low Gross Winners" - Scott Puzey (far left) and Steve Hubbard (3rd Left); 2nd left is Allen Carney.12. PRT Executive Teams #1 & #2. 13. Teams: Old Pencil Pushers and Birdies, Bogeys & Beer. 14. Sponsor SEAFO's Geoff McIntyre15. Teams Trapping Beavers and Chasing Beavers 16. Gearing up the "Slap Shot" contest. 17. Wilding's pro Clayton Wallace leadthe the event's "Beat the Pro" Contest.

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earnings for charity. The event raised 100,000baht for its targeted charity, which will bedistributed to the Thai Fund Foundation (TFF).Since 2004 the Flying Farangs have used theproceeds from their charity golf tournamentsto focus on the cause of Stateless Children.(http://www.tff.or.th)

The Saturday evening event was a superb

affair held back at the Amari Orchids poolside lawn venue, featuring a first-class dinnerbuffet for 150 guests, with Moosehead, wineand spirits, prizes, giveaways, and speechesfrom Canadian Ambassador Ron Hoffmannand Chamber President John Casella.

The entire Beaver Weekend was a roaringsuccess and kudos must go to the TCCCStaff and the all-volunteer Organizing Com-mittee for a job well done. In alphabeticorder, the 2011 committee members were:Raymond Bodemer, John Casella, Neil Chiu,Unyarat (Aomy) Eamorb, Ali Fancy, MichaelHoward, Don Lavoie, Ron Livingston, Geoff

McIntyre, Scott Murray; Randy Shockley,John Stevens, Nounvan (Yui) Suwanviwatana,Todd Switzer, Derek Van Pelt, Les Walsh, andMichael White. Also thanks to Kerry Matisinand Chip Bowness for on-the-day support.

Looking forward, the 3rd Beaver Invita-tional will once again return to Phoenix, withthe event being held over the weekend of Nov9-10, 2012. Several changes are plannedto increase the speed of play and makethe event even bigger and better than ever.Most notable among these changes will bethe introduction of a morning and afternoonshotgun for participants to choose from, anda modification to both the scoring and bever-age distribution systems. As always, playerswill be able to pre-book their caddies online.Keep an eye on the website: www.beaverin-vitational.com for updates and changes. Tobe a sponsor or book your playing slot forthe 3rd Beaver Invitational, please contactthe TCCC office.

We look forward to seeing you at the 3rdBeaver Invitational on 9-10 November,

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18.Root Canals and The Honeymooners.19 . Simon Neville of TCCC PremierSponsor LEVCO surrounded by beautiful

women. 20. Jog Sports provided greatsupport to the 2011 tournament. 21. The"Slap Shot" contest was a big hit with the

players. 22. Teams Emu & Son and LosAmericanos. 23. The Siam Wheels Teamwas on hand as a sponsor for the 2011 event.

24. (L-R) Mr. Don Lavoie with Title SponsorCompany, Bombardier, takes a time-out with

Canada's Ambassador, Mr. Ron Hoffmann.

25.Chip Bowness keeping things organizedon the course. 26. The Aliied PickfordsTeam handled logistics and guarded the beer.

27. Toodmuks Teams #1 & #2.

28. The teams of Seeking Beavers & Hunting Beavers were certainly up for thisevent. 29. Sponsor IEM returned with 2 teams in this year's tournament. 30. ScottMurray was a key supporter on the day. 31. The "Slap Shot" hole was a playerfavorite. 32. Title Sponsor Bombardier making things happen at this year's event!33. Sponsor ReDev covering off player & team photos.


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Member Profile

If every major hotel in Bangkok has itsown special characteristic then land-scaping must be what sets the AnantaraBangkok Riverside Resort & Spa apartfrom its competitors. Eleven acres of

lush gardens, pools and lily pads give it averdant presence that no other local resortcan match.

Nestled on the majestic Chao PhrayaRiver, a rare combination of experienceswill appeal to business and leisure guests,romantic couples and families alike. Guestsare welcomed by a blend of Thailands warmhospitality and the Anantaras intuitive, per-sonalized service. Discover urban sophisti-cation and calming waterfront scenery atAnantara Bangkok Riverside Resort & Spa.

Choose from 407 rooms, including 97suites, which reflect the natural grace of Thaiculture. You can unwind in a luxurious homeaway from home with 24-hour in-room diningand elite amenities including an in-room bar,Internet access, an LCD TV, DVD player andiPod dock.

Deliciously lazyAt Anantara, days can be deliciously lazyor filled with adventure cushioned by indul-gence. Work out with a garden view in thefitness centre and revive tired muscles in thesteam room and sauna. Competitive ten-

nis matches can be followed by time spentlanguishing by the expansive swimmingpool, and sipping inventive cocktails in thewarm Jacuzzi; the tropical setting enhancedby swaying palms, blooming nature andglimpses of the Chao Phraya River.

The hotels inner courtyard and pool areawith its swim-up bar and glorious view of thetropical brush will make you forget you are inthe bustling city of Bangkok..

Younger guests are kept safely enter-

tained at the Kids Club or with a baby sitterwhile parents can enjoy themselves and eventake a Thai cooking class with a master chef,which begins with a local market trip to pickup the freshest ingredients, and ends bysavouring your flavourful creations.

Or step into the sanctuary of the MandaraSpa to experience sensual relaxation through

the healing arts of ancient remedies, whichcan be shared side by side in a spaciousdouble suite with a large bathtub, and a pri-vate garden courtyard features a rain showerand traditional sala.

Ten restaurantsDiscover tastes and delicacies from aroundthe world, all within the oasis of our lushurban paradise. Ten restaurants and barsdish up diverse culinary delights. Wake up

to a breakfast buffet of sumptuous flavours atThe Market, choosing from Asian and West-ern dishes in the distinctive atmosphere ofcool breezes and Asian dcor. Replenish atNumero Uno with a coffee and freshly bakedpastry, or the finest handmade chocolates.A chocolate lovers dream, Numero Unofeatures over 100 types of chocolates, mouth

watering cakes and scrumptious pastries.The menu also features rich coffees and in-dulgent hot chocolates. Deli style sandwichesalong with Asian and Western cuisine makeNumero Uno the premier casual environmentfor snacks and indulgent treats. Enjoy sunsetcocktails on the pier at Longtail Bar.

Delve into Pacific Rim traditions atTrader Vics, a global name for over 75 years,Trader Vics serves up Pacific Rim cuisine andsteaks with a hint of Caribbean thrown infor good measure. At the heart of all TraderVics kitchens is their unique Chinese woodoven, which dates back to the Han Dynasty

(206BC-20AD). The meats, fowl, and freshseafood are suspended from hooks andslowly cooked; smoke from the burning oakor seasoned woods imparting a distinct andoriginal favor. Take in the Polynesian ambi-ence and river views while sipping on thefamous Mai Tai cocktails. Live music andthe succulent exotic cuisine make this theideal venue for delectable meals and relaxedenjoyment.

Benihana, the renowned Japanese Tep-panyaki steakhouse, offers teppan stylecuisine and lives up to the entertainment andculinary excellence it is known for. Marvel as

personal chefs prepare seafood, meats andvegetables, grilling them to perfection rightat your table.

Guests sit around the food preparationarea and watch chefs display their lightning

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slicing and juggling skills. Its not just a deli-cious meal; its also a spectacular show.

Savour the Italian way of life in BriosTuscan villa setting while enjoying handmadeItalian pastas. At Riverside Terrace, an inter-national buffet and BBQ is accompanied byThai dance performances overlooking theriver. For the ultimate in secluded intimacy,Dining by Design invites guests to collaboratewith a personal chef and choose an idylliclocation, such as a candlelit meal along theriver or a picnic under the shade of a banyantree.

Special functions and weddings takeplace in a range of elegantly appointed indoorvenues and scenic riverside spaces. Busi-ness travelers balance work with pleasure,

courtesy of recent enhancements to theresorts meeting venues and facilities, andthe opportunity to play at eight nearby golfcourses.

Stay in touch - or lose itWhether youre a resident of Bangkok look-ing for an escape or you are simply travelingthrough, the Anantara Bangkok RiversideResort & Spa has everything you need to stayin touch or lose touch; the choice is yours.

By the way, for hundreds of yearsthroughout Thailand, people would leave a

jar of water outside their house to provide

refreshment and extend a welcome to thepassing traveller. Anantara is taken from anancient Sanskrit word that means withoutend, symbolising this sharing of water andthe heartfelt hospitality that lies at the core ofevery Anantara experience.

From lush jungles to pristine beachesand legendary deserts to cosmopolitan cit-ies, Anantara currently boasts 15 stunningproperties located in Thailand, the Maldives,Bali and the United Arab Emirates and will

soon see new openings in Vietnam, China,

Bali, Thailand and Abu Dhabi.

Anantara CruisesAnantara Cruises (previously known asManohra Cruises) invites you to journey backto a time when the majestic Chao PhrayaRiver was the heart of Thai life. Step aboardour exquisite fleet of 100-year-old rice barges,painstakingly rebuilt from shining teak andlavishly converted to their present splendour.Embark on a historical voyage in moderncomfort and explore the famous landmarksfor an enthralling Bangkok cruise tour.

Set off on a three-day, two-night Bangkok

cruise for a one-of-a-kind journey on a wateryhighway into the heart of Thailand. Enjoyindulgent days aboard the Anantara Songor the Anantara Dream while travelling northon the Ayutthaya Thousand Golden TemplesTour or the Ang Thong Mystic River Tour.While at the World Heritage Site of Ayut-thaya, drink up views of the former capitalscrumbling city walls from the outdoor sundeck. Take a shore excursion to explore thegrandeur of temples such as Wat Mongkhon

Bophit, which was built to protect one of the

countrys largest bronze buddhas, a statuethat dates to the 15th century.

Marvel at stately temples and lively mar-kets and observe Thailands exquisite naturalbeauty, catch a glimpse of splendid museumsand unmask historic tales whilst baskingin the luxurious setting of one of the mostsought after Bangkok river cruises. Discovera flawless fusion of Old World charm, lav-ish accommodation, and the personalisedtouch of legendary Anantara service. Glideby the peaked roofs of wats that glitter in thesun and relish the unparalleled service andcomfort offered aboard our fleet of ships.

Experience the unique rhythm of life uponthe River of Kings.

Theres also a multi-course three-hourcruises of fine dining ,which floats by beautifulnight views of the Grand Palace, Wat PhraKheow (the Emerald Buddha Temple), andWat Arun (the Temple of the Dawn).

For all resort enquiries and reservations,please call +66 (0) 2 476 0022 or [email protected]. For moreinformation, visit www.anantara.com.

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Education News

Looking for an unforgettable

experience that will last a lifetime?

Meet representatives from Canadian schools and universities

Sunday, 5 February 2012Grande Centre Point Hotel @Terminal 21BTS Asoke, MRT Sukhumvit

Open interviews, along with free workshops and seminars all day

09.00 10.30 Free IELTS Task 2 Writing Workshop*10.30 16.30 Fair and Education in Canada Seminars16.30 18.00 Free IELTS Task 1 Writing Workshop**limited to 40 participants

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For more information about Study in Canada Fair 2012:http://gostudycanada.net/[email protected]

ImagineStudying

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ore than 200,000 international students selectedCanada in 2010 for a premier education, access toglobal career opportunities and an exciting cross-

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IMAGINE STUDYING IN CANADA and visualize vibrantcities, beautiful spaces and welcoming multi-cultural com-munities. Providing exceptional standards of living, safety andhealthcare, Canada is also internationally recognized for acompetency-based teaching approach that prepares studentsto be productive in the workplace immediately after graduation.

Canadian universities and colleges are primarily publicly-fundedand highly accountable for quality assurance in teaching,research and campus facilities. Whats more, tuition is afford-able when you compare rates among the top destinations forstudy abroad.

Canadas education system

Canadas college and university system commences afterhigh school. You can also choose to complete some or allof your high school in Canada in either the public or privatesystem. Both offer global graduation standards to continuepost-secondary studies, as well as exceptional student ser-vices. Beyond high school, career choices are endless withthousands of post-secondary options to suit every interest!

http://www.eucanyja.ca

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48 years of experience in BangkokInternational school with Swiss and German quality standards

Our new English-German profile opened in August 2011

It is available this year from kindergarten to grade 3,

ongoing enrolment

YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!

1 curriculum with 2 profiles: German-English and

English-German

native teachers

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small class sizes: individualized and customized teaching

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our Bilingual Swiss Maturity diploma guarantees access to

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Education for the Future

Embassy news

Dear TCCC Members and Friends of the Chamber,

Andrea and I wish to inform our many friends associated with the Thai-Canada Chamber ofCommerce that we are returning to Canada.I have been asked to take on new responsibilities supporting the Canadian Government's Foreign

Policy Plan, which places a strong and growing emphasis on Canada-Asia relations. Ottawa wanted

more senior Asia capacity in headquarters for this purpose and at a key time. I believe its exciting forall of us in Thailand and the rest of the region that there is a new emphasis on the ASEAN region inparticular. My title will be Senior Advisor on Canada-ASEAN Relations.

While I am inspired by the chance to influence policy at a senior level, a rare opportunity, Andreaand I are also of course saddened to be leaving Bangkok earlier than planned.

I depart feeling a deep sense of satisfaction that Canada's' impact and profile in Thailand andneighboring countries has grown in the 2.5 years I have served as Ambassador. This is the product ofa tremendous partnership between the Embassy and the TCCC, and reflects the successes and effortsof a great many wonderful individuals and organisations.

I wish to take this opportunity to express my profound appreciation to the TCCC staff, Board, mem-bers and friends for the unwavering support and friendship extended to Andrea and me during our timein Thailand. We feel truly privileged to have had the pleasure of establishing so many friendships, andin witnessing so compellingly what Canada and Canadians are capable of when we work together.

There is some urgency to our departure, and much to do in executing it, so I wish to express myprofound appreciation to everybody now. If we don't get a chance to see you before we leave, I'mconfident that there will be future opportunities. I'll of course continue to work on Canada's relationswith the region and look forward to engaging with Canadian companies to this end.

Andrea and I will always look back on our time together fondly, and look forward to being back in thearea some time soon.

Ron HoffmannAmbassador

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