I think we may not need to provide the proof of settlement funds (bank statements/letters etc) if we are nominated by a province and sending our documents to the CIC Buffalo. I do not see it mentioned anywhere in 'helpful hints for provincial nominess' and the checklist (there is a check box only for federal route people). Have you guys noticed that?
http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/buffalo/imm/quebec_prov_hints-conseils.aspx?lang=eng (helpful hints)
http://www.cic.gc.ca/EnGlish/pdf/kits/guides/E37048.pdf (checklist number 11)
For new forum members, please don't just follow what I said here. I am just giving my opinion. You should check with the CIC Buffalo for the exact answer. Just for your information, I have provided bank statements while I sent my application package to Buffalo even though I was nominated by the AINP.
http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/buffalo/imm/quebec_prov_hints-conseils.aspx?lang=eng (helpful hints)
http://www.cic.gc.ca/EnGlish/pdf/kits/guides/E37048.pdf (checklist number 11)
For new forum members, please don't just follow what I said here. I am just giving my opinion. You should check with the CIC Buffalo for the exact answer. Just for your information, I have provided bank statements while I sent my application package to Buffalo even though I was nominated by the AINP.