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Flax Council of Canada Embarks on a Search for a New President

Flax Council of Canada is announcing the upcoming resignation of their President Wayne Thompson as he has taken a new position with Western Grains Research Foundation.

Flax Council of Canada wishes to thank Wayne for his contribution as President over the past two years. Thompson's leadership has led the Flax Council of Canada through a transition in membership and direction. Over the course of Thompson's tenure, the Flax Council of Canada has worked towards eliminating trade barriers and building strong government relations to benefit the flax industry.

Erwin Hanley, the board chair, said he would like to thank Wayne for helping the Flax Council of Canada deliver on its mission and vision and wish him nothing but success in his future endeavours."

"Over the past two years, it has been a fantastic opportunity to serve the Board of Directors and be part of the Flax Council of Canada," says Thompson. "I believe that Flax Council of Canada has a bright future and will continue to be an important association for the benefit of the Canadian flax industry."

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