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2010/2011 TCCC Executives

Patron:His Excellency Ambassador Ron Hoffmann

President John CasellaVice President Sranyoo Chanate

Vice President Ali FancySecretary Dr. Tim CornwallTreasurer Michael Howard

Executive Board:John Casella

Sranyoo ChanateNeil Chiu

Dr. Tim CornwallKobsak Duangdee

Ali FancyMichael HowardRon Livingston

Sukanya RattanavadeeNiccolo Sozzi

John StevensDerek Van Pelt

Embassy Representative:Greg Goldhawk

Advisors:Raymond Bodemer

Sam CohenSurachit Chanovan

Don LavoieLuc Mtivier

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

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]

TCCCCalendar of events:

CCBAUpcoming events in the region:

WHEN: Wednesday, September 15, 2010; 11:30 am 2:00 pmWHAT: Speaker Luncheon Dr. Richard DeAndrea of Piyavate Hospital will present on Break

through Cures: They don't want you to know about!WHERE: Dusit Thani BangkokPRICE: 700 baht Members; 850 baht Non Members

WHEN: Wednesday, September 22, 2010; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pmWHAT: Canuck Connections Networking Night

WHERE: The British Club - 189 Surawongse Road, BangkokPRICE: 200 baht Members; 400 baht Non Members

WHEN: Saturday, October 2, 2010; 6:30 pm to MidnightWHAT: 20th Anniversary Maple Leaf BallWHERE: Nai Lert Park Bangkok Hotel BallroomPRICE: Early Bird ticket price 3,000 baht (until September 10th);

Regular ticket price 3,300 baht; Table of 10, plus 2 bottle of wine 27,000 baht

VIETNAM: www.canchamvietnam.orgWHEN: Wednesday, September 29, 2010WHAT: Breakthrough Results in Work and Life, The Success Principles and The Law of Attraction

in ActionWHERE: Equatorial HotelPRICE: VND 10,200,000 (US$ 600); 10% discount for CanCham members

HONG KONG: www.cancham.orgWHEN: Wednesday, September 15, 2010WHAT: Trusts: A Useful Wealth Planning Tool for Your ClientsWHERE: The Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, 1301 Kinwick Centre, 32 Hollywood

Road, CentralPRICE: HK$ 150 for members, HK$ 200 for non-members

CHINA: www.expo.cnWHEN: May 1 October 31, 2010WHAT: Expo 2010 Shanghai ChinaWHERE: ShanghaiPRICE: Standard day admission 160, 3 day admission 400, 7 day admission 900

For 2010, the Maple Leaf Ball will mark the 20 Anniversary of the Chambers official registration

in Thailand and we hope youll join us for this great celebration.

This years ball will continued to build on last years entertainment changes, but will

retain favourite elements such as the welcoming reception, sharing of an authentic family-style

thanksgiving feast featuring whole butter ball turkeys, silent auction, games, music, dancing,

free flow beer, raffle, fabulous door prizes and a grand prize draw for two round-trip air tickets

to Canada.

Ball tickets are now on sale and available through the Thai-Canadian Chamber of Commerce

office at 02-266-6085/86 or e-mail: [email protected]. The ticket prices for this years event

are as follows: Early Bird ticket 3,000 baht per person (until September 10th); Regular

ticket - 3,300 baht per person; Table of 10, plus 2 bottles of wine 27,000 baht. Please watch

your e-mail for additional 20th Anniversary Maple Leaf Ball announcements.

This is the TCCCs premier function of the year with the event proceeds going to fund the

Chambers operation. In advance, we thank you for your support of this years Maple Leaf Balland look forward to seeing you on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 6:30 pm onward. Please book

earlier, so we can properly plan and deliver a great event for you.

The TCCC also wishes to thank Point of View (POV) Media Group for their assistance in

developing the Maple Leaf Ball poster and the cover of this months Voyageur magazine.

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Chamber News

On Saturday 19th June 2010, thelocal Canadian community onceagain laid siege to BangkoksBritish Club in celebratingCanadas 143rd Birthday. Formany local residents however, itmust have appeared as if the redshirts were once again on themove as over 300 Canada Daysupporters dressed in bright red

and white made their way to thisannual celebration. After all thechaos of April and May, it wasrefreshing to see so many adultsand children enjoying a fun-filledday on the Clubs lawn.

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f youre wondering why this yearscelebration was held on June 19thinstead of July 1st, there is an easyanswer. The Canada Day Committee

elected to pull the event forward to allowmore families to participate before the start ofthe summer home-leave exodus. Given theCommittees poor weather-forecasting skillsand demonstrated history of selecting rain-soaked days for this event, Im sure they donthave the confidence to say it was moved toreduce the risk of rain.

This years Canada Day event continuedwith its family friendly feel, and providedmany traditional picnic sporting events that allage groups can enjoy including ball hockey,volley ball, water balloon toss and tug ofwar. The event also delivered a fun-filled day

for the younger kids by offering a bouncycastle, Uncle James the Clown, Ron theJuggler, face painting, colouring, silhouettecut-outs and the BNH Hospitals Mascotsand Mad Scientist. Adults were treated tofree first aid and blood pressure checks byBNH Hospitals on-site staff as well as eyeexaminations by the Laser Vision.

The British Club is always a beautifulvenue for this annual event and you cancount on its professional staff to make it anenjoyable day for all. In support of the 2010celebration, the British Club delivered greatafternoon snacks for the kids as well as a

delicious dinner buffet that was available atthree different stations. Throughout the day,the Club also ensured guests were treated toa continuous supply of cold Canadian beer,wine and mixed drinks from 3 strategicallyplaced bars.

Following dinner, a brief birthday cakecutting ceremony was conducted by H. E.Mr. Ron Hoffmann, Ambassador of Canadato Thailand, Mr. Germain Bergeron - 2010Canada Day Committee Chairman and Mr.John Casella - Canada Days MC. While thechildren were excited about the cake, theadults were clearly more interested in theevenings lucky draw which offered over 90prizes and a top prize of a 3 day/2 night stayfor two at Club Med in Phuket.

The Canada Day Committee and theThai-Canadian Chamber of Commerce alsotook time during the evening to present acommunity service recognition plaque to Mr.Barry Osborne, the British Clubs departingGeneral Manager. Over the years, Barry hasbeen a strong supporter of the Canadiancommunity and everyone wishes him greatsuccess in his future endeavors.

A key element of Bangkoks annualCanada Day Celebration is the ever popularCaesar Drink Bar that is consistently staffedby the toga-clad Mr. John Caesar Stevensand his merry band of helpers. For thoseof you who may not be familiar with theClassic Canadian Caesar, its key ingredients

include: 1 oz - vodka 2 dashes - red hot sauce 3 dashes - freshly ground salt & pepper 4 dashes - worcestershire sauce 4 oz - clamato juice (a difficult commodity

to find in Bangkok) Rim glass dressed with lime juice and

celery salt And, served over ice with fresh celery and

a wedge of lime

To the chagrin of Canadas many beerdrinkers, there is an evolving movement to

make the Classic Caesar into Canadasnational drink. Based on the local Canadiancommunitys affection for this classic cocktail,it clearly has a chance of succeeding.

Due to the lack of any serious rain onthis day, the Canadians were also affordedtheir first dry evening in several years toconduct the events legendary Boat Races.We wish to thank Ambassador Hoffmannfor his outstanding officiating at this yearsrace and for ensuring a level playing field forall participants. Clearly, FIFA could learn agreat deal by observing the Ambassadorsofficiating skills. In the end, it was a tough

and durable all-Thai team that gutted it outto dethrone the favoured Canucks. Are youwondering how the Canadians conduct boatraces on dry land? If so, youll have to attendthe 144th Canada Day Celebration to get theanswer.

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1. Ambassador Ron Hoffmann (center) and Canada Day guestswatching this years Boat Races

2. Mr. John Casella, Canada Day 2010 MC (R), presenting acommunity appreciation plaque to Mr. Barry Osborne, the BritishClubs departing General Manager.

3. Lookn good, eh!4. Don Lavoie, the official coach of Canada Day5. BNH Hospital First Aid Teamalways ready!6. British Clubs bouncy castle

7. (L-R) Germain Bergeron - Canada Day Committee 2010 Chairman,Ambassador Ron Hoffmann and John Casella Canada Day2010 MC participate in the Canada Day birthday cake cuttingceremony.

8. Canada Day Birthday Cake9. Ron the Juggler hard at work10. British Club decorated for Canada Day 201011. Now this group was very happy to see all of the

Canadian beer & wine at this year's event!12. Enjoying a little ball hockey on Canada Day13. BNH Hospitals Mad Science Team14. The Caesar Drink Bar always requires a professional

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15. Appropriate attire is always required on this day16. Anyone up for a serious game of ball hockey?17. The real deal.18. The tug of war is great fun for all ages19. Mrs. Andrea Hoffmann providing some diplomatic

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The 2010 Canada Committee also wishesto recognize and thank the following majorsponsors for supporting Canadas 143rdBirthday Celebration: Gold Sponsors - BNHHospital, Early Learning Centre Family ofSchools and Pan Orient Energy; SilverSponsors - Bombardier and InternationalSchool of Bangkok (ISB); and Bronze Sponsors- Bangkok Snow Removal, Canadoil, Laser

Vision and Magna International.

We look forward to seeing you at nextyears Canada Day Celebration to be heldon Saturday 18th June 2011.

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

PRIZE AND PRODUCT DONORS

GRAND PRIZES:1. Club Med Thailand2. Amari Artrium Hotel Bangkok3. Poppies Samui4. Loxley Public Company Limited5. Dusit D2 Chiang Mai6. Fraser Suites Urbana Sathorn

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ASHA Yoga HouseAsian Tiger TranspoBangkok Marriott Resort & SpaBangkok Snow RemovalBei OttoBourbon St. Restaurant & Oyster BarBumrungrad International HospitalChesa RestaurantConrad BangkokFoodland Supermarket Co.,Ltd.Fraser Place Urbana LangsuanGrand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok

Holiday Inn SilomJelly Belly Jelly BeansNeils Tavern Restaurant & Bake ShoppePhachara SuitesRabbit Resort PattayaRajas FashionRajawongse ClothierRoyal Eastern Beverage Co., Ltd.Shangri-La HotelSheraton Grande SukhumvitSmiling AlbinoSpice Roads Company LimitedThe Thai Silk Co., Ltd. (Jim Thompson)

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Chamber News

During the TCCCs July 21st

Executive Board meeting,the board presented Mr.Greg Goldhawk, Counsellor(Commercial), Embassy of Canadawith a recognition plaque to thankhim for his outstanding supportof the Thai Canadian Chamberof Commerce and Canadianbusiness community over thelast four years. Greg, it was a jobwell done and youll be missed bythe many friends and businessassociates you leave behind.

As Greg assumes his new roleas Ambassador of Canada toMongolia, we can be assuredhe and Sharon are heading offon one of lifes great adventures.

Theres nothing better than living the NationalGeographic experience and were confidenttheyll find a few Bangkok nomads campingon their front lawn one morning just taking

in the sights, sounds and fresh air ofUlaanbaatar.

In case youve never had an opportunityto visit Mongolia, let us offer up a fewinteresting facts on this beautiful and pristinecountry:

MongoliaLocated in the plateau of Central Asiabetween Russian and China, Mongoliacovers an area of 1,566,500 sq. kms. whichis roughly the size of Western Europe. Thecountry is mountainous with an averagealtitude of 1,580 meters above sea level,which makes Mongolia one of the highest

Farewell to Greg GoldhawkA Great Business Associate & Friend of the Chamber

countries in the world.The lowest point is Hoh Nuur depression

at 560 meters above sea level and the highestpoint is the Khuiten peak at 4,374 meters.The capital Ulaanbaatar lies at 1500 metersabove sea level. The geography of the countryis characterized by great diversity. From thenorth to the south, it can be divided into 4areas: mountain forest steppe, mountain

steppe and, semi-desert and desert. Incontrast to most visitors expectations, muchof the countrys territory is mountainous.

Why visit Mongolia?Mongolia lies at the heart of Asia! This huge,sparsely populated land encompasses afabulous array of pristine landscapes anda nomadic people whose lives are in manyways unchanged from the days of GenghisKhan and the mighty Mongol Empire.

Here, where nomadic herders stilldepend on nature for survival, youll findpriceless luxuries like open space, untouchedwilderness, and pristine air and water in

abundance, each cherished by the Mongolianpeople. And as the 19th largest country in the

world, Mongolias considerable size means anenormous variety of landscapes, and plentyof room for guests. Awesome expanses ofrolling steppe, home to Mongolia's famoushorses and herdsmen, meet high glacialmountains, impenetrable forests and deep,crystal lakes.

Like the Mongol Empire of GenghisKhaans time that stretched from Japan toHungary, Mongolia today remains a placeof natural and cultural diversity and nearlyendless possibilities for discovery andadventure. Cherished by her people, andunspoiled in her beauty, Mongolia waits to

be discovered by you.

Ulaanbaatar, capital of MongoliaLike nearly one half of the Mongolianpopulation, the capital city of Ulaanbaataris herself a nomad. The city has changedlocations more than twenty times over thepast 350 years before taking root in hercurrent location in a sweeping valley boundedby four sacred peaks, including Bogd Khanmountain to the south.

Ulaanbaatar today is a vibrant city of morethan one million residents. The city reflects aclose and sometimes amusing juxtaposition

of nomadic traditions and modern society,perhaps best summarized by her skylinedotted with both gers (felt tents) and toweringskyscrapers. The citys contrast can also befound among those who call it home, fromtraditional-clothing-clad herders, to Armanisuit-wearing business men and women,to a growing number of ex-patriots hailingfrom nearly every corner of the globe. Onlyin Ulaanbaatar might you find a horse cartbouncing down the central avenue alongsidea Mercedes Benz, or a market selling bothlivestock and designer clothing.

In short, there is something for everyone,and always a site to behold in Ulaanbaatar.

The Thai-Canadian Chamber ofCommerce is honoured to welcomeMs. Ping M. Kitnikone to Thailand,replacing Mr. Greg Goldhawk.

As background, Ms. Kitnikone joinedForeign Affairs and International Trade

Canada in 1994 and has served in Beijing,Taipei, Shanghai and most recently asthe Canadian Consul General in Mumbai.Her assignments at Headquarters haveincluded the International Financial Institution

Division, Assignments Division, and the PolicyPlanning and Development Division. Shewas most recently Director of the North AsiaCommercial Relations Division and then theNortheast Asia Division.

Ms. Kitnikone grew up in Victoria, British

Columbia and is a graduate of the Universityof Victoria (BA Pacific Studies and Economic;MA Public Administration). She and herspouse have two children.

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Chamber News

Established in 1993, PiyavateHospital is one of Bangkoks

leading private medical facilities.Staffed by American BoardCertified physicians, registerednurses and teams of specialists,Piyavates specialized medicalcenters feature state-of-the-art technology. The hospital isdedicated to providing localand international patients withcomprehensive medical service in

a friendly, caring environment.

Piyavate offers great prices onevery type of physical examand checkup, including blood

tests, diabetes tests, DNA tests,stress tests, breast checkups,

gyn checkups and other types of physicalexamination.

The medical dental care of its AdvancedDental Institute is comprehensive, rangingfrom dental implants to braces or oral surgeryas well as general dental work & cosmeticdentistry.

THE PERFECT HEART INSTITUTEPiyavate's Perfect Heart Institute providesfull-service cardiology with outstanding and

qualified cardiologists ensuring that you getcomplete heart care including diagnosis,

treatment, and cardiac rehabilitation.The most important key to healthcare

today is the prevention of cardiovascular

disease. Piyavate offers routine heart check-ups to detect vital risk factors and earlystages of atherosclerosis. Tests include bloodtests for fasting blood sugar, lipid profilesand highly sensitive C-reactive proteins.Depending on clinical risks, Piyavate hasequipment to determine early atherosclerosisin blood vessels.

Specialists include adult and pediatriccardiologists, cardiac surgeons, cardiacradiologists, cardiac rehabilitation physicians,and cardiac anesthesologists.

Bone and Joint InstituteThe majority of patients seek the treatmentof specialists because of joint or back painduring body movement, or pain in their legswhen they walk. In herniated disc cases, apatient may have pain in his or her back orthigh, as well as lack of strength or numbnessin the legs.

DiagnosisThe Bone and Joint Institute at PiyavateHospital is a leading orthopedic center inSoutheast Asia. The experienced bone andjoint specialists diagnose and treat you with

state-of-the-art technology and equipmentto ensure proper diagnosis and treatment.Short recovery time is a priority, as is usingminimally invasive techniques. Preliminarylevel treatments for patients with less severesymptoms include medication, physiotherapy,epidural steroid injections, or synthetic jointfluid infection at the knee or hip. Patientswith severe disorders who require specializedsurgery like spine surgery like spine surgery,arthroscopic surgery and joint replacementcan be assured the Piyavates Bone andJoint Institute will provide the best facilities,methods, and staff.

Understanding causes andtreatmentLiving a life thats always on the move meansthe health and well-being of ones bodystructure is especially important. Our bonesand joints are the foundation of an activelife, and any dysfunction caused by sports,exercise, accidents or aging will directly affectyour quality of life. Preventative maintenanceis best, but sometimes more direct treatmentof bone and joint disorder is necessary.Regardless of what treatment is needed,

reducing risk and increasing the odds of fullrecovery begins with choosing a hospital youcan trust. The Piyavate Hospital Bone andJoint Institute brings international standardsto you at a convenient and close location.

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NEUROSCIENCE CENTERPiyavates Neuroscience Center treats brain,spinal cord, muscle, and nerve disorders.

Its Advanced Neurodiagnostic Centeroffers a full range of services including:CTs, MRIs, MRAs, cerebral angiography, aswell as neuromuscular, neurogenetic andneurometabolic disorder testing.

PIYAVATE REHABILITATION CENTER(PRC)The rehabilitation center at Piyavate Hospitaloffers a full range of physical therapyrehabilitation services and occupationalrehabilitation using modern, advancedphysical rehabilitation equipment and

rehabilitation medicine.Services include diathermy, ultrasound,

traction, hot-pack mobilization, massage,electrical stimulation, Laser & Anodynetherapy, Range-of-Motion (ROM) Exercises,Strengthening Exercises, Passive ExerciseGait & balance training, tilt table and chesttherapy.

PRCs occupational therapy servicesinclude early development stimulation,cognitive training, perceptual training, oro-motor stimulation, swallowing and dysphasiamanagement, adaptive devices, handfunctioning training and home modification.

The PRC also offers speech training for thosewho suffer communication disorders andthose recovering from a stroke.

ONCOLOGY AND GENE THERAPYCENTERPiyavates Oncology & Gene Therapy Centerprovides some of the most advancedmedical science in combating cancer.Piyavates Oncology specialists use moleculartechnology to identify abnormal cancer

genes. Unlike routine treatment, which isnon-specific and not tailored to fight specific

cancers, gene therapy allows for a courseof treatment that is targeted to fight specificcancers.

Prevention and early screening remain thebest combatants of cancer, but in situationswhere cancer has gone beyond treatment, orhas been diagnosed as hopeless, Piyavatetakes up the challenge. It prides itself intaking cases that have been given up on e.g,.with metastatic disease, the effectiveness ofconventional anti-cancer treatments such asradiation and chemotherapy is limited. Genetherapy offers the most hope of any cancertherapy for curing currently uncureablecancers.

TRIA INTEGRATIVE WELLNESSCENTRETRIA is Piyavates urban health retreat forthose who wish to embrace wellness asa lifestyle. This five-star, four-story facility,located in a quiet enclave behind the hospitalentrance on Rama IX Rd, combines state-of-the-art equipment with the charm oftraditional Thai treatment to create one ofthe most luxurious and relaxing health spasin the country.

TRIAs integrative wellness philosophyis made possible by a team of specialistswho have come together to provide youwith comprehensive care in everything fromoptimal aging and weight management todetoxification and stress management.

S t a f f e d b y m e d i c a l d o c t o r s ,nutritionists, chiropractors, acupuncturists,

psychotherapists, psychologists andalternative medicine specialists, TRIA willprovide you with the treatment best suited foryou. Many of TRIAs consultations are tailoredso that follow-up sessions are shorter, savingyou time and money. If you have difficultyin deciding which kind of practitioner orconsultation suits you, TRIAs Holistic HealthConsultants are available to help you makethe best choice for your health needs.

TRIA believes that true wellness lies inthe harmony of our three essential healthcomponents-- the elemental, structural, andemotional states--enabling a longer life, full ofcontentment. Each component is importanton its own and in relations to the others. Assuch, integrative wellness requires a holisticapproach to health.

Elemental health refers to wellness at ourbiochemical level, the malfunction of whichunderlies all disease and ill health. How wellour inner biochemistry works depends on thecomplex interactions of our genetic blueprint,our nutritional profiles, our environmentalexposure, and our ability to detoxify unwantedsubstances. TRIA can help you assess and

analyze these elemental aspects to helpyou maintain your vitality over time, as wellas to prevent deterioration and eventualillness. TRIAs optimal aging programs relyon advanced testing and know-how to helpyou achieve this goal.

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these are taken prior to any hydrotherapy orbodywork treatment. TRIA encourages you totake advantage of its extensive wet facilitiesin the following ways: by immersing yourself

in the vitality pools to loosen your muscles;relaxing in the steam room to open up yourpores; winding down in the infra red saunato stimulate detoxification; or enjoying SwissShowers to promote circulation. Relaxingthe body means your therapist can workmore smoothly, giving you a much bettertreatment.

MEETING & INCENTIVESIf youre looking for something different thanthe standard meeting, try a TRIA wellnessmeeting program.

TRIA can provide a healthy coffee break,

healthy meals and even healthy activities tobrighten up your program. Your day mayrange from intense meeting in the morningand wind down with spa treatment or enjoysome group activities in the morning orafternoon to wake up your attendees.

Feeling a little bit over stressed with yourlong day? TRIA can also have an in-housedoctor to come and give special tips to helpwith stress management, changing yourlifestyle and even for stopping smoking.Because good health is meant to be shared,TRIA would like invite you to host yourmeeting in a healthy, relaxing and inspiring

surroundings.

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The TRIA Movement program helpsyou reverse this trend. Combining specialistexpertise with state-of-the-art equipmentand facilities from comprehensive fitness

assessments to cutting-edge functionaltraining, Pilates, yoga studios, and a lappool, TRIA creates programs to match yourinterests and needs in fun and rewardingways.

MASSAGE BODYWORKSages throughout the years have known thata body neglected, cannot house a soundmind. Thus TRIAs bodywork menu returnsto the roots of medicine, taking the besttactile treatments from around the globe withstrong histories of therapeutic applicationand evidence of success. To this TRIA has

added the skill and care of quality therapists,the benefits of grade-A essential oils and fine,natural ingredients to begin the process ofhealing the body, so that it may serve youquietly and efficiently.

HYDROTHERAPYThe healing benefits of water therapies arebountiful, delivering nutrients to the skin,facilitating lymph flow, stimulating bloodcirculation, and relieving muscle and jointpain. TRIA celebrates the power of water andoffers a number of treatments to rebalance,purify, and bring your center back to itsnatural equilibrium.

Hydrotherapy at TRIA is second tonone; treatments feature quality therapeuticingredients delivered through baths andVichy showers, but equally as important,

Structural health is about the strength andflexibility of the physical being. The humanbody was designed to move, be dynamicand also to be capable of relaxation. Withoutmovement alternating with rest, our bodiesbecome hard, inflexible, and our musclesbreak down. To many, what is initially alack of movement by choice can turn intoundesirable immobility.

TRIA offers a range of movement activitiesto suit your whims. It can even help you relaxafterwards with a comprehensive bodyworkand hydrotherapy treatment list.

Emotional health lies in our mental wellnessand peace of mind. Our attitudes to life, ourfamilies, friends, community and our spiritualconnections all play an immense role inhelping us manage stress, remain positiveand set the stage for living a long life that givesyou pleasure and a sense of worth.

Whether you want to talk to someone,get advice on how to change certain negative

behavior, or learn to control your emotions soit doesn't get the better of you, TRIA is hereto support you on a path towards emotionalwellness.

MEDICAL SERVICETRIA's Healthcare services are based onthe concept of Integrative Medicine. Neitheralternative nor complementary medicine,Integrative Medicine is firmly based onmodern medical training and principles butmaintains an open mind to the managementof patients and the design of optimal

treatment programs.A development of modern medicalpractice, Integrative Medicine incorporatesthe principle of homeostasis--the bodysnatural healing ability--by leveraging on theexplosion of the modern understanding ofthe best of complementary and alternativemedicine (CAM) modalities rather than relyingon traditions.

FITNESS MOVEMENTOur body was designed to move, andyet in this modern age we find ourselvesincreasingly inactive, losing our strength,

flexibility, and fitness, not because of yearsbut because of neglect.

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CANADA

After a strong turn-over-the-year performance, Canadas economicexpansion has lost some momentum, mirroring the broader slow-ing trend in global growth. We expect real GDP increased around a2% annualized rate in the second quarter, less than half its first-quarter advance.

Job creation has been one important area which continues tooutperform expectations. The economy has recouped virtually all ofits recession job losses as of June, and hiring surveys pointing tofurther modest gains in the months ahead. Nonetheless, consumersentiment and big ticket spending have cooled over the summer,suggesting some trepidation among households over the sustain-

ability of the global economic recovery. Housing activity too hasrapidly come off the boil as high home prices, tighter lending criteriaand recent tax increases temper home sales, prices and residentialconstruction intentions. On balance, however, we expect continued,even if more moderate, output growth through the latter half of theyear and into 2011. Resource-related exports, production and invest-ment are ramping up again amid the continuing strength of emergingmarket demand and profitable commodity pricing, helping to offseta winding down in public infrastructure spending. Similarly, busi-ness investment in machinery & equipment as well as industrial andcommercial leasing activity are on the rise, supported by increasedcapacity utilization and healthy corporate balance sheets. Inventoryrestocking will continue to add to production this year, given leanstockpiles at the manufacturing, wholesale and retail levels. Leading

composite indictors are still showing a broadly based expansion.While slowing global growth is expected to moderate the growth indomestic export volumes in the latter half of the year and into 2011,Canadas relatively healthy fiscal and banking sector fundamentalsshould keep the nation at the top end of the G7 performance lad-der.

(Adrienne Warren +1-416-866-4315; Gorica +1- 416-863-3080)

THAILAND

THAILAND - The Bank of Thailand raised its policy rate by 25 basispoints to 1.5% in July for the first time in over a year. Although yearlyinflation at 3.3% slowed in June, there is scant evidence that the so-cial unrest retrieved any economic momentum built up to that point.Export growth remains the backbone of the recovery with shipmentorders already rebounding in June. Exports account for two-thirdsof the economy and remain supported by strong regional demand.Consumption and tourism were most affected, as tourist arrivals fellsignificantly in April and May. Partly as a result of the stressful politi-cal environment, Thailands industrial output eased as well, as theimposition of curfews disrupted night shifts and product shipments.

Manufacturing output contracted by 1% in April-May vis--vis the firstquarter, though the slowdown has proved temporary as productionrecovered most of the lost ground in June. Although a pre-turmoilpickup in consumer spending failed to persist, a comeback is antici-pated as labour market conditions remain supportive of income gainsand consumer confidence rebounded in June within a whisker of thepre-political-crisis level. Business sentiment has already recoveredsignificant ground, as policy efforts by the Thai government offeringincentives to local firms and foreign investors have supported an ex-pedite comeback. Contrary to global trends, the fiscal policy agendahas also been tilted towards expansion as government spending willtake the 2010-11 public deficit all the way to the maximum allowedunder the constitution.

(Oscar Sanchez +1- 416 -862 3174)

Global Economic Research August 2010

Foreign Exchange Outlook is available onwww.scotiabank.com and Bloomberg at SCOED STATES Adrienne Warren +1 416 866-4315

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