Received the keys to my first apartment here in Toronto-my advice to newcomers would be to get a realtor. Also, please be aware that if you're not moving from the US, your credit history will likely not count in Toronto and you may need to pay up to 6 months rent in advance in the current market. I would also advise you to get roommates if you don't have a job while applying for an apartment, as landlords are VERY reluctant to give people without jobs and credit history an apartment here in Toronto. Make sure to at least take 2-3 weeks to finalize a place after landing and book an Airbnb for a month as your initial accommodation. It's not easy settling in Canada after landing, there are a lot of hurdles you have to go through, so good luck.