Same thing here, I got it back today... It was received jan 7, Canadapost said it was delivered jan 6 >:( i sent it dec 30 :-\ anyway it doesn't matter now !
Cc charge is the only indication for us...but the application may have been already accepted and cc charge is the next step ... Fingers crossed ... Good luck to everyone !
You can try this year who knows, huge number of applications doesn't mean it will be all approved... If you miss the cap this year your documents will be ready for 2016 (except the forms) ...
When I called they couldn't help more, they even don't know where my package is ! Frustrating situation. They advices me to send an investigation request >:( I did so but I'm still waiting for explanation >:(
It's a good idea, but the problem ... if you are not lucky you may Not have the opportunity to sponsor your parents as the number of applications will never decrease ???
Private companies remain competitive as they always reach their standard, unfortunately it's not the case of Canada post, they should be aware of the situation as they faced it last year. They seem having trouble this year.
CIC and Canada post should improve the way they work together and communicate as both are federal organizations. Mississauga post facility should predict a rush in this period and put more people at work.