Rents vary depending on the location and size of apartment. It could start from 400$ up to 2000$. You can rent without PR card as you will have a confirmation of permanent residence with you. You could even use Airbnb for the first 2-3 months till you get your papers in order.
As for jobs, it is very important to know french and english to get a decent job. I didn't feel unusually high unemployment in Montreal.
Best of luck
As for jobs, it is very important to know french and english to get a decent job. I didn't feel unusually high unemployment in Montreal.
Best of luck