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T
he year ahead marks the 50th an-
niversary of Canada-Thailand official
relations, and it's shaping up to be
one of the most important years so
far in our bilateral relationship. Working in
close partnership with the Canadian business
community and our Thai partners in business
and government, we will be seizing the op-
portunity this anniversary affords us to give
Canada-Thailand relations a boost. Ambassador Hoffmann at the Mercy Centre in Klong Toey, Bangkok. The Embassy has just donated 1.2
We are already seeing much forward million baht to help the Centre establish a Mobile Library for underprivileged children in the Klong Toey slum
momentum. Direct investment in both area.
directions has hit record levels with
Scotiabank's and CANADOIL’s increased
commitments to Thailand, but in past level trade and investment missions to both the interests of Canada and Canadians. Gov-
weeks we have also seen PTTEP make its countries. Canada also has assertive plans ernment-to-government relations are set to
biggest foreign investment ever, and it was to deepen relations with ASEAN as a whole deepen in terms of security cooperation this
in Alberta's energy sector. Our countries are and with the broader Asia region. We will play year, and we are planning several senior-level
becoming more interdependent, with mutual our part here in Bangkok in support of these visits in both directions. Canadian companies
interests tangibly growing. The Embassy Canadian efforts. have called for active Canadian political sup-
team and I are going to go all out this year to This will be a big year for the political rela- port for the Canada-Thailand relationship,
support and encourage more investment in tionship as well. The Government of Canada and I can confidently say that the Canadian
both directions. We will also try to encourage is responding positively to Thai Government Government is heeding that call.
more new-to-market Canadian exporters in requests for capacity building in democratic I am pleased to advise that Canada
Thailand, and we are determined to tackle institutions and processes following last will step up the pursuit of its political and
market access barriers wherever they are year's political crisis. With a Thai election humanitarian interests in Myanmar (Burma)
unwarranted or unreasonable. 2011 will see likely as early as this spring, our Embassy this year, especially to support a growing
Canada put more emphasis on energy sector will play its natural role in monitoring events civil society and strengthen democratic
relations, high tech, transport, agriculture and and engaging the players involved to advance forces. Canada's voice regarding Burma on
education sectors in particular. We will also be
putting our efforts into deeping relationships
in Cambodia and Laos, using Bangkok as
a natural staging point, with plans for high
T
namely Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar/Burma. We
will also continue to do everything possible within he Board of Investment (BOI) has made a major move to promote
our mandate to support the approximately 10,000 healthcare industry investment by expanding the scope of activities
Canadians living in Thailand and neighbouring eligible for promotion to cover hospitals, rehabilitation services, special-
countries. ized medical service, medical technology services and medical logistics,
I am excited to say that this year will also have and offering additional incentives to promote more investment in hope of helping
some special features. As part of our 50th Anniver- to upgrade the country’s medical technology.
sary of Canada-Thailand relations, we are working Mr. Chaiwuti Bannawat, Minister of Industry, said that the board of the
with Canadian companies to have the highest- Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), chaired by Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva,
impact Canada Day events for a generation. The approved the BOI’s plan to upgrade its incentive offerings for healthcare industry
Embassy will also be launching a new Canadian investment projects. The move will support the country’s competitive strategy
Awards for Excellence initiative, which we plan to that focuses on healthcare industry development.
announce soon and which will complement the
TCCC's own Business Awards. We are also working The new incentives include redefining the scope of “hospital business” as
with an extraordinary Canadian performance group “healthcare-related business” in order to cover five other businesses as follows:
to help them become a centrepiece in the Bangkok 1. Hospitals: the current condition covers only hospitals with more than 50
Dance and Film Festival in October. Moreover, we beds. The new measure will cover hospitals with more than 30 beds, which
are working on Thai youth programming to see more is in line with the minimum condition set by the Ministry of Public Health.
young Thais working in Canada, and our Canada 2. Rehabilitation service business: At present, the country still lacks qualified
Fund will increasingly focus on supporting young rehabilitation service centers which provide physical and mental rehabilitation
people and vulnerable communities in Thailand. services to their own patients or to patients referred from other departments.
Since at present this medical service is only provided in large scale hospital,
the government considers that this segment should be promoted.
3. Specialized medical service: This is to promote Thailand as the hub for
specialized medical services, such as cancer, heart and allergy centers.
4. Medical technology service: This is aimed at promoting cooperation and
sharing of high-value medical equipment among hospitals. The list of medi-
cal equipment included under this condition will be provided by BOI.
5. Medical logistics service: This is to promote the availability of providers of
specialized logistics services for efficient patient or medical staff transport.
Ron Hoffmann
Ambassador of Canada to Thailand
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Chamber Activity
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Chamber Activity
BBQ 2011
2 3 The Great Canadian BBQ
Corporate Sponsor:
9 Prize Donors:
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13 14
20 15.
16.
Martin Parent and family
Todd Switzer and partner
17. The Livingston family
18. Ambassador Ron Hoffmann and Sheriff Andrea Hoffmann
19. Sam and Sumon Cohen
20. Buffet sponsored by Courtyard by Marriott.
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Member Profile
Shama
Shama was founded in 1996
and is recognized across Asia
for creating residences with a
distinct personal touch. With
around 2,000 units, Shama is a
premier provider of luxury and
boutique service apartments in
Asia. Each of Shama’s branded
properties across the region
reflect the company’s passion for
chic homes that exemplify quality,
style and unparalleled customer
service. Shama is currently
expanding across China and to
the major gateway Asian cities
like Bangkok.
S
hama Sukhumvit, Shama’s first
property in Thailand, is a celebration
of modern living coupled with
Shama’s reputable signature service
and world renowned Thai hospitality. It
offers 90 contemporary designed serviced
apartments (one, two and three bedrooms)
and it’s located in a prestigious residential
area among fashionable restaurants, stylish
shopping centres all in the heart of the Central
Business District with a Skytrain station only
a short walk away.
This unique “resort within a city” meets
the refined standards of business and
leisure travelers alike. Amenities include
tropical gardens (awash with flora & fauna),
an extensive clubhouse, an Infinity rooftop
swimming pool (with an incredible view of
Soi 4), a fitness centre, a kids’ area, as well
as yoga and meditation rooms, which all
combine to make Shama Sukhumvit a true
retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city
life.
But best of all Shama has everything
you’ll need to complete your work and
go about your business without having to
even leave your apartment. First, there’s
complimentary wi-fi and broadband access,
which obviously you’ll need. There’s also an
iPhone docking station with a speaker and
alarm clock.
Each unit has its own Electrolux washer/
drying machine, and there’s a fully-equipped
kitchenette featuring a toaster, stove,
microwave and a full-size fridge so you can
prepare whatever meals you desire. Your
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Sukhumvit
balcony can even be fitted with a BBQ if you unwind as it contains a pool table as well traffic artery. Not so with Shama, the BTS
so desire. as PlayStation 2 for the kids. There’s also a really is a hop, skip and jump away.
In the larger suites, there’s a LCD TV with complimentary VCD/DVD library. Shama hides behind the JW Marriott hotel
international programming in both the living Then for those who want to get out and on Sukhumvit. That hotel features many fine F
room and the bedrooms, so you can watch about, Shama provides a complimentary & B outlets, including one of Bangkok’s best
either while either lounging around on the sofa breakfast on the ground floor, which will bakeries – The Bangkok Baking Company.
or from the comfort of your bed. There’s also help you start your busy day. The Skytrain Then across the street from Shama lies the
a DVD player with USB ports and a stereo is literally a seven-minute walk away, either Ploenchit Centre, which features a Starbucks
hi-fi system. the Nana or Ploenchit station. Many hotels and a McDonald’s. You get the point, if you
There’s an in-room safe to store your and serviced apartments say they are within get cravings, you don’t have far to stroll. Also,
valuables and precious documents; and daily walking distance of a Skytrain stop, but once the back entrance of Shama leads directly
maid service, even on Sundays and holidays, you get there, you find that’s hardly the case. onto Soi 4 and its myriad of nightclubs, bars
with a towel and linen change twice a week They can be at the end of a long soi, serviced and restaurants. Despite the din rising up
if you are staying for an extended period of by cranky motorcycle taxi drivers who may from Soi 4 late at night the double-glazed
time. There’s also a professional laundry and only pick you up at their discretion and if you glass on the Shama’s suites keeps the noise
dry-cleaning service on offer. walk out, particularly in mid-day, you may be out, so you can have your fun and sleep too.
The Shama Den is also a good place to soaked in sweat before you reach a main Shama Signature Living combines style,
service, location & lifestyle. It provides a true
sense of living comfort with personalized
services to suit the individual lifestyles of its
residents and families. There’s even a “no
boundaries” privilege lifestyle program, which
introduces residents to Bangkok’s hidden
gems, whether they be dining, partying,
shopping, pampering, escaping or relaxing.
Shama will also offer short and long term
leases for this new property (1 day – 12
months), which will appeal to both tourists to
Bangkok, and long term corporate tenants.
39/1 soi sukhumvit 2, sukhumvit road,
klongtoey, bangkok, 10110
t: +66 2 105 6000 f: +66 2 105 6001
e: info.bangkok@shama.com
reservations hotline: +66 2 105 6002
www.shama.com
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TCCC News
T
he Chamber kicked off its 2011 Speaker Luncheon Series with featured speaker A New Website….
Khun Pimpaka Nichgaroon, Head of Research for Thanachart Securities. As a
prior luncheon speaker, Khun Pimpaka is known for delivering a pragmatic and
T
insightful presentation and her talk on "Thailand’s 2011 Economic Outlook" was he website, www.canadainternational.
no exception. Key takeaways included: gc.ca/thailand-thailande/visas/index.
aspxwww.thailand.gc.ca, provides all
• Thailand is entering a new and more sustainable economic cycle the information needed about how and where
• For the first time in 5 years, the domestic economy is emerging as the country’s key to submit applications, what supporting
economic driver documents to provide, office hours, mailing
• Earnings growth is showing signs of sustainable improvement, reversing its long-term address, and other important information.
trend The website also provides all forms and
• With a strengthened domestic economy, the case for fund inflows is now clearer than checklists required for temporary visas which
ever can be downloaded for free from the website.
• And, the banking sector may be one of the leading players in this economic cycle, Generally, applicants can submit ap-
followed by consumer goods, property and building materials. While showing signs plications (with all supporting documents)
of improvement, the tourism sector could counter as a more cyclical player. in person at the Embassy, Bangkok, from
Monday -Thursday between 07:30-10:00
The Chamber also thanks the Dusit Thani hrs. It normally takes five working days to
Hotel for hosting this luncheon and delivering process a complete application. Note that
a great service experience to all in attendance. a new application form is now in use that
Library 1918 is an outstanding venue and includes a 2D barcode page at the time
provided a great setting for kicking off our of downloading and printing the application.
first event of 2011. If the new form is not used, and the applica-
tion is completed by hand or without a 2D
barcode page, applications could take up to
two weeks to process.
In addition, applications received by mail
or by courier service could take up to 4 weeks
to process. Applicant will be informed within
three weeks after a complete visa application
is received by this office as well as whether
a personal interview with a visa officer is
required. If an interview is warranted, the
Mr. Michael Howard, TCCC Treasurer
applicant will be invited for an interview in
presents Khun Pimpaka with the
Bangkok. Applicants residing in Cambodia,
Chamber's speaker gift
Lao or Myanmar will be offered either to be
interviewed in Bangkok or be interviewed in
Phnom Penh (for Cambodia), Vientiane (Lao)
or Yangon (Myanmar) during the next avail-
able visit by a Visa Officer to that country.
Dates of visit are not known in advance and
it may take several weeks and up to several
months before the next Visa Officer's visit.
A medical examination is required if ap-
plicants intend to remain in Canada for longer
than six months or at the discretion of the
officer based on the circumstances of the
case. Medical instructions are issued only
once an application is provisionally approved
by a visa officer. Only applicants who receive
medical forms and instructions are required
to complete a medical exam.
It is important to note that processing
times vary from case to case, often due to
reasons beyond our control. Some cases,
whether due to the individual complexity of
the case or the high volume of applications
received, will take longer to process than the
times indicated on the website.
A large crowd turned out to hear Khun Pimpaka's 2011 economic forecast
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