This topic is getting strange. Is it about looking for accomodation any more?Yes, also PR candidate from impoverished countries can provide this for proofing
I am not telling you lie ! 13000 $ for many Asian countries would be 2 years salary of the most immigrants in Canada.
At least, 20s, I've known that from multiple countries , their saving (Asian) for annually is not exceeded more than 4-5 K $
But, Yes, proof of fund
but you bring money to another Land !!!! it hasn't meaningless ? more than 98% of immigrants leave their country to find the better life , and , therefore better , would not be happened by dwelling in Canada, unless you have a money and money means work ,and work means deserve and decent job not moping/wiping the floor for 14$ wage / cashier while you were engineer !!!Many believe in this ! many here told me that even you're Phd you must start from very basic! I know many one despite their effort , in comparison with their former job's position in their home land , no sensitive changes has been seen.
I agree with others, most of the economic immigration route do require PR candidate to show proof of settlement fund. The reason is because you DO NEED that amount to start. Very few get a job soon after they land. They need money to settle.
If you make less in your home country, then spend more time to save up enough. I believe you didn't lie or misrepresent to IRCC and do have the fund.
Also MANY Asian countries make a lot more than they do in Canada. $13000Cnd is even less than their monthly income. So calling your situation as a general case for "Asian countries" may not be very correct. Some doctors, dentists made a lot more back in home country and they know how hard it is to start again in Canada with the same profession. So they save up a lot and some may even plan to start their own business in Canada instead of going back to their previous professions.
Back to your original question. Do some research and find out which city/area you planned to settle. Then first stay at air B&B and find out where you want to rent long term. Your budget of $750 is low if you want to stay near Toronto.
On top of rent, some rental do not include things like cable, internet, gas, electric/hydro ...etc. So be prepared to pay more on top of the rent.
If you do not plan to drive/buy a car, also look for location with easy public transit (which could also mean higher rent)
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