Hi Mark, that original question re: taking some out, was not actually mine. I was just riding on this question to clarify the validity of the affadavit approach for Canadians in Thailand seeking non immigrant O retirement.
Thanks Phil! Huh, I am too am originally from Windsor! I chose to go with the tourist visa because it gave me 60 + 30 days, I arrive Sep 28 - so before the new 45 day exemption opportunity kicks in. Otherwise that is the process I am using - thanks for the response!