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Post by WARRIOR on Jul 16, 2009 15:10:43 GMT -5
CAMTAO is gone and so are the events that once facilitated the majority of Muay Thai competitions in Ontario. Dispite the odd complaint, most of Ontario's top Muay Thai athletes owed their experience to this organization. 2009 has been a dry year in this province. With no local events to train for, some athletes have ventured byeond the borders of our province and even our country, in search of competition.
More recently, there have been rumours of new organizations in the works, but few seem to have any verifiable information. Some are worried and everyone is frustrated.
What will the future of Muay Thai in Ontario look like?
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Post by WARRIOR on Jul 19, 2009 2:35:02 GMT -5
Letter from Pat Cooligan:
June 16, 2009
To All CAMTAO Member Clubs and Coaches:
As many of you are aware, CAMTAO has recently had its official Provincial Sport Organization (PSO) status revoked. This was due to the existing PSO not meeting all the criteria set forth by the Ministry of Health Promotion. One of the key components lacking for the PSO status was recognition from the National Sport Organization (NSO). Due to logistics beyond anyone’s control, the NSO could not lend its support to the existing PSO.
CMTC-A, which is the NSO, has expressed commitment towards the growth of Muay Thai here in Canada, and particularly here in Ontario. They have agreed to endorse the formation of a new PSO. This will likely be a lengthy process, but with the cooperation of the NSO, we feel that Muay Thai will be back and thriving here in Ontario in the not too distant future. During this time, it is important that the Muay Thai community in Ontario show the solidarity necessary in the endeavor to get our sport back on track.
I will be available to answer any questions and inquiries on the matter. It should be noted that the mandate of any new organization will be the future and will not be dealing with past issues that cannot be dealt with at this point. The current CAMTAO board will continue to operate in the capacity of allocating any existing CAMTAO resources necessary to facilitate our effort towards a new PSO.
Please see attached letter of support from the NSO
Sincerely,
Pat Cooligan Vice President-Administration and Governance
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Post by WARRIOR on Jul 19, 2009 2:37:19 GMT -5
Letter from Robin Finley:
May 20th, 2009
Attn: CAMTAO Executive and Members Re: Current and future status of Muay Thai in the province of Ontario
Dear Sir(s),
With the recent removal of CAMTAO’s (Canadian Amateur Muay Thai Association of Ontario) Provincial Sport Organization (PSO) status by the Ministry of Health and Promotion, the Canadian Muay Thai Council – Amateur (CMTC-A), as the National Sport Organization (NSO) for Muay Thai in Canada has intentions of establishing an NS0 supported branch in the province of Ontario. The goal of this branch will be to ultimately apply for and receive PSO status within Ontario as the sanctioning body for Muay Thai.
CMTC-A has commenced conversations with several members of the Muay Thai community in Ontario, including members of the current CAMTAO executive. This letter will serve notice that CMTC-A has specifically commenced a dialogue with Mr. Pat Cooligan of Ottawa, Ontario. I have personally had a number of discussions with Mr. Cooligan and find him to be professional and a willing to work together for the benefit of the sport of Muay Thai. It is clear that he has the best intentions for Muay Thai in Ontario at heart.
The Canadian Muay Thai Council - Amateur, is the designated Canadian representative of the IFMA (International Federation Muay Thai Amateur) which is recognized as the sport designate for Muay Thai world wide by the General Association of International Sports Federations (GAISF).
Should you require further information please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Mr. Robin Finley President Canadian Muay Thai Council - Amateur
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Post by petearcalas on Jul 20, 2009 9:30:17 GMT -5
I'm sure that a lot of ppl received Ana's email
I am glad that steps are being taken to bringing it back, and I'm sure that Pat will go a great job
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Post by WARRIOR on Apr 30, 2010 11:42:45 GMT -5
I'm sure many of you may already know that Ajarn Khan, the founder and former President of CAMTAO has been actively working towards establishing a new sanctioning body for Muay Thai, not only in Ontario but for all of Canada. Ajarn Khan has recieved recognition of the World Muay Thai council from Dr Sakchye Tapsuwan, who is both the Secretary General of the World Muay Thai Council as well as the President of IFMA. They have confirmed their support for Ajarn Khan and his new organization "WAMTAC" to operate and help the growth of Muay Thai in Canada. The first WAMTAC sanctioned event will take place in Charlottetown, PEI on May 15th. A second event is in planning for July 18th in Waterloo, Ontario. Events in other Provinces, such as Manitoba are also on the radar. For more information about WAMTAC, visit www.wamtac.orgMuay Thai in Ontario owes almost ALL of its growth to CAMTAO. Since its falling apart several years ago there have been few options for fighters to compete in pure Muay Thai events. Lets hope for WAMTAC's success and for brighter days to come. WAMTAC is in early stages of operation. Fingers crossed that its vision is achieved.
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