TAT and CULTURED Host Networking Event at TIFF 2026 in Toronto

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The Tourism Authority of Thailand and CULTURED hosted an exclusive networking event for global film professionals in Toronto on September 12, 2026.

•The event took place on September 12, 2026, at Thai Tavern Toronto during the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF 2026).
•Over 100 film producers, directors, actors, and creatives from around the world attended the event.
•The event was part of the 'Amazing Location Thailand: From Scene to Scenic' campaign.
•The Tourism Authority of Thailand collaborated with the Department of International Trade Promotion and the Thailand Film Office.

Overview

•The Tourism Authority of Thailand partnered with CULTURED, a premium contemporary arts and culture media outlet from the USA, to hold a networking reception on September 12, 2026.
•The event was held at Thai Tavern Toronto during the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF 2026).
•Nithi Seeprae, Deputy Governor for Marketing Communications of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, stated that Thailand is ready to welcome foreign film crews by presenting locations as living stories that drive powerful narratives.
•Nithi Seeprae emphasized the 'Healing is the New Luxury' concept, reflecting the hospitality of local communities and the expertise of Thai behind-the-scenes crews.
•The event featured attendees such as Cameron Bailey, CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival, and Taleeb Noormohamed, a Member of Parliament of Canada.
•The Tourism Authority of Thailand highlighted a Cash Rebate incentive of 20-30% for foreign film productions to attract global entertainment investment.
•The Tourism Authority of Thailand invited international producers, directors, location experts, artists, and influencers to visit 10 designated routes to experience Thai landscapes and culture.

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Key Entities

Organization

Tourism Authority of Thailand(การท่องเที่ยวแห่งประเทศไทย (ททท.))ℹ️

The organization that partnered with CULTURED to organize a networking event in Toronto under the Amazing Location Thailand campaign.

CULTURED

A premium contemporary arts and culture media outlet from the United States that partnered with the Tourism Authority of Thailand.

Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP)(กรมส่งเสริมการค้าระหว่างประเทศ (DITP))

An agency under the Ministry of Commerce that collaborated with the Tourism Authority of Thailand.

Thailand Film Office(กองกิจการภาพยนตร์และวีดิทัศน์ต่างประเทศ (Thailand Film Office))ℹ️

An entity under the Department of Tourism that collaborated with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to present the Thai film industry's readiness.

Department of Tourism(กรมการท่องเที่ยว)

The government department overseeing the Thailand Film Office.

Ministry of Commerce(กระทรวงพาณิชย์)ℹ️

The ministry overseeing the Department of International Trade Promotion.

Place

Thai Tavern Toronto

The venue where the exclusive networking event was held in Toronto.

Person

Nithi Seeprae(นายนิธี สีแพร)

The Deputy Governor for Marketing Communications of the Tourism Authority of Thailand who welcomed guests and explained the project's direction.

Cameron Baileyℹ️

The CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in Canada who attended the event.

Taleeb Noormohamedℹ️

A Member of Parliament of Canada and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation who attended the event.