That’s right, i read that too in the IRCC site. There are also companies who does this kind of filing for a minimal fee.Hmm. That is too much. I suggest if you would ask from this forum, I once read about that and they say that only if you have family from Canada they are the ones to request that and pay for only $5. Correct me if Im wrong..
How about your proof of funds? How ling does the money need to be there in your account? Does the VO call the bank for confirmation?
I applied through student direct stream or SDS, paid 1 year of tuition and deposited CAD10,000 as proof of funds. I could defer my intake to January 2020 to have enough time or I could reapply now and hope for the best.