Kiri
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Posts: 329
Ratings: +11
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: Ottawa
App. Filed.......: 18-05-2012 - (Unprocessed RETURN 30-8-2012) App. Refiled...: 02-01-2013
Doc's Request.: 24-01-2013
AOR Received.: 23-01-2013 Mississauga 10-05-2013 Ottawa
File Transfer...: 19-02-2013
Med's Done....: 11-05-2012
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« Reply #12330 on: June 26, 2012, 03:09:06 pm » |
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So... while I've been here awhile, I still am uncertain on some of the abbreviations.
GCMS notes... what are they? When can you start getting them? Etc..
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computergeek
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Posts: 3661
Ratings: +134
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: CPP-O/LA
App. Filed.......: 06-03-2012
AOR Received.: 21-06-2012
File Transfer...: 21-6-2012
Med's Done....: 11-02-2012
Interview........: Waived
Passport Req..: 26-09-2012
VISA ISSUED...: 10-10-2012
LANDED..........: 13-10-2012
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« Reply #12331 on: June 26, 2012, 03:15:58 pm » |
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So... while I've been here awhile, I still am uncertain on some of the abbreviations.
GCMS notes... what are they? When can you start getting them? Etc..
GCMS = Global Case Management System. They are the computer notes that CIC uses for outland application processing - including permanent resident applications as well as other applications (TRVs, TRPs, work permits, study permits, etc.) It is the compliment to the inland computer system (FOSS) and replaced "Computer Assisted Immigration Processing System' (CAIPS). You can technically ask for them any time, but it's best to have a UCI or file number, since that's how the ATIP ("Access To Information and Privacy") folks find your records. Note that the new form (May 2012) now includes an e-mail address, so you can fill in the form and e-mail it to them. From my experience, they pull the computer notes immediately (within a day or two of receipt) and then send them to you a month later - so you are always seeing information that is a bit old. However, the notes will tell you if there are problems, where they are (or were) in the process, anything that might be missing, anything that was received, etc. GCMS notes are MUCH clearer than CAIPS notes (which are hideously complicated to read/understand) in my experience. I've never seen FOSS notes. |
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FSW filed 26 June 2009, rejected 22 December 2011, JR leave granted Jul 2012. Discontinued Sept 26 2012. Family filed 6 Mar 2012, Sponsor approval 21 June 2012, PPR 26 Sep2012, Landed 13 October 2012.
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Kiri
Hero Member
Posts: 329
Ratings: +11
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: Ottawa
App. Filed.......: 18-05-2012 - (Unprocessed RETURN 30-8-2012) App. Refiled...: 02-01-2013
Doc's Request.: 24-01-2013
AOR Received.: 23-01-2013 Mississauga 10-05-2013 Ottawa
File Transfer...: 19-02-2013
Med's Done....: 11-05-2012
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« Reply #12332 on: June 26, 2012, 03:39:58 pm » |
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GCMS = Global Case Management System. They are the computer notes that CIC uses for outland application processing - including permanent resident applications as well as other applications (TRVs, TRPs, work permits, study permits, etc.) It is the compliment to the inland computer system (FOSS) and replaced "Computer Assisted Immigration Processing System' (CAIPS).
You can technically ask for them any time, but it's best to have a UCI or file number, since that's how the ATIP ("Access To Information and Privacy") folks find your records.
Note that the new form (May 2012) now includes an e-mail address, so you can fill in the form and e-mail it to them. From my experience, they pull the computer notes immediately (within a day or two of receipt) and then send them to you a month later - so you are always seeing information that is a bit old. However, the notes will tell you if there are problems, where they are (or were) in the process, anything that might be missing, anything that was received, etc.
GCMS notes are MUCH clearer than CAIPS notes (which are hideously complicated to read/understand) in my experience. I've never seen FOSS notes.
I think I'll be waiting since I'm only 1 month into the application process. I've not even gotten sponsor approval or AOR yet  Though the file number/UCI... would that not be the same as the Client ID on my visitor extension? |
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parker24
Champion Member
Posts: 2974
Ratings: +57
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: Buffalo, NY --> Los Angeles, CA
App. Filed.......: 06-03-2012
File Transfer...: 05-06-2012
Med's Done....: 16-11-2011
Passport Req..: 16-11-2012
LANDED..........: 04-01-2013
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« Reply #12333 on: June 26, 2012, 04:56:37 pm » |
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Well apparently my application is still in transit to LA! WHAAAT?!  They sent it June 5th, it takes THIS long to go from Ottawa to LA? WOWZERS! "Your File is still in transit. Once we have the File, it will be given to the Immigration Officer for review and you will be advised of the next stage of processing. Sincerely, Immigration Section / Département d'immigration 550 S. Hope Street, 9th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071 • FAX: (213) 625-7154 Email: los-angeles-im-enquiry @ international.gc.ca • Website: www.losangeles.gc.ca" |
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computergeek
VIP Member
Posts: 3661
Ratings: +134
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: CPP-O/LA
App. Filed.......: 06-03-2012
AOR Received.: 21-06-2012
File Transfer...: 21-6-2012
Med's Done....: 11-02-2012
Interview........: Waived
Passport Req..: 26-09-2012
VISA ISSUED...: 10-10-2012
LANDED..........: 13-10-2012
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« Reply #12334 on: June 26, 2012, 05:54:49 pm » |
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Well apparently my application is still in transit to LA! WHAAAT?! They sent it June 5th, it takes THIS long to go from Ottawa to LA? WOWZERS! Burro express - strap it to a stray burro, point it in the right general direction, slap it on the butt and hope it gets there before the burro expires. It's best attribute is that it's cheap! Seriously, though, the problem is that all this paperwork we're talking about is sent under diplomatic seal. When those trucks filled with documents show up at the US border, they are in trucks that MUST NOT be inspected (the truck itself is a "diplomatic pouch" - or maybe the boxes inside are diplomatic pouches, but at any rate they are not subject to inspection.) CIC batches these things up and ships them in bunches (I recall reading a paragraph in the operations manuals talking about a case in which if the next diplomatic pouch would be longer than a week the specific item should be sent via courier.) |
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FSW filed 26 June 2009, rejected 22 December 2011, JR leave granted Jul 2012. Discontinued Sept 26 2012. Family filed 6 Mar 2012, Sponsor approval 21 June 2012, PPR 26 Sep2012, Landed 13 October 2012.
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« Reply #12335 on: June 26, 2012, 07:24:19 pm » |
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I think I'll be waiting since I'm only 1 month into the application process. I've not even gotten sponsor approval or AOR yet Though the file number/UCI... would that not be the same as the Client ID on my visitor extension? Yes - once you have a UCI it is your client ID for all CiC applications  . You can use it to see when they receive your application through e-case. |
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These are just some thoughts based on the information available, what I've read, and my experience. I am not an expert; if you want the facts, cic.gc.ca has a wealth of information. Good luck with your application! Hope you have a wonderful day *smile*
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« Reply #12336 on: June 26, 2012, 07:26:00 pm » |
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(I recall reading a paragraph in the operations manuals talking about a case in which if the next diplomatic pouch would be longer than a week the specific item should be sent via courier.)
Yup - IIRC, that's for privacy requests that ask for a copy of the full case notes (not just electronic records) |
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These are just some thoughts based on the information available, what I've read, and my experience. I am not an expert; if you want the facts, cic.gc.ca has a wealth of information. Good luck with your application! Hope you have a wonderful day *smile*
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Calgary-Bound
Hero Member
Posts: 420
Ratings: +3
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: Buffalo
App. Filed.......: 14/2/2011
AOR Received.: 15/3/2011
File Transfer...: 24/2/2011
Med's Done....: 27/9/2010
Interview........: Waived
Passport Req..: 02/04/2012
LANDED..........: 28/04/2012
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« Reply #12337 on: June 26, 2012, 08:19:48 pm » |
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Was just wondering if anyone has recieved there PR card in the mail yet?I landed April 18th and still havent recieved mine.
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« Reply #12338 on: June 26, 2012, 09:18:34 pm » |
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Was just wondering if anyone has recieved there PR card in the mail yet?I landed April 18th and still havent recieved mine.
Hi, there You should receive it in the next 2-3 weeks. The timing is currently at 47 business days for new residents - check http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/times/perm-card.asp ... it's usually very accurate as to which applications just got processed and mailed out. Hope settling in is going very well. OhC |
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These are just some thoughts based on the information available, what I've read, and my experience. I am not an expert; if you want the facts, cic.gc.ca has a wealth of information. Good luck with your application! Hope you have a wonderful day *smile*
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cgagnon
Hero Member
Posts: 820
Ratings: +15
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: LA(Buffalo)
Pre-Assessed..: Yes
App. Filed.......: 02-03-2012
AOR Received.: None
File Transfer...: 31-05-2012
Med's Done....: 13-12-2011
Interview........: Waived
Passport Req..: 10/10/2012
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« Reply #12339 on: June 27, 2012, 08:37:04 am » |
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Well apparently my application is still in transit to LA! WHAAAT?! They sent it June 5th, it takes THIS long to go from Ottawa to LA? WOWZERS! "Your File is still in transit. Once we have the File, it will be given to the Immigration Officer for review and you will be advised of the next stage of processing. Sincerely, Immigration Section / Département d'immigration 550 S. Hope Street, 9th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071 • FAX: (213) 625-7154 Email: los-angeles-im-enquiry @ international.gc.ca • Website: www.losangeles.gc.ca" Check the LA thread my app is still in ottawa but It's gonna stay there only the Visa will come from LA |
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homi2285
Full Member
Posts: 33
Ratings: +0
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: Buffalo / Ottawa office
App. Filed.......: 05-07-2011
File Transfer...: 06-09-2011
Med's Done....: before sending the application in July 2011
Passport Req..: 21-12-2012
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« Reply #12340 on: June 27, 2012, 11:44:07 am » |
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Well apparently my application is still in transit to LA! WHAAAT?! They sent it June 5th, it takes THIS long to go from Ottawa to LA? WOWZERS! "Your File is still in transit. Once we have the File, it will be given to the Immigration Officer for review and you will be advised of the next stage of processing. Sincerely, Immigration Section / Département d'immigration 550 S. Hope Street, 9th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071 • FAX: (213) 625-7154 Email: los-angeles-im-enquiry @ international.gc.ca • Website: www.losangeles.gc.ca" Same reply to my email also!!! and it took them 5 days to response to my email!!! "Dear Applicant, Your File is still in transit. Once we have the File, it will be given to the Immigration Officer for review and you will be advised of the next stage of processing. Sincerely, " |
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cgagnon
Hero Member
Posts: 820
Ratings: +15
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: LA(Buffalo)
Pre-Assessed..: Yes
App. Filed.......: 02-03-2012
AOR Received.: None
File Transfer...: 31-05-2012
Med's Done....: 13-12-2011
Interview........: Waived
Passport Req..: 10/10/2012
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« Reply #12341 on: June 27, 2012, 12:29:28 pm » |
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Well Well Well CIC updated ECAS and they decided to add the mailing address to my husband's page! That's good news i would assume...anything is.
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homi2285
Full Member
Posts: 33
Ratings: +0
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: Buffalo / Ottawa office
App. Filed.......: 05-07-2011
File Transfer...: 06-09-2011
Med's Done....: before sending the application in July 2011
Passport Req..: 21-12-2012
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« Reply #12342 on: June 27, 2012, 01:00:38 pm » |
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Well Well Well CIC updated ECAS and they decided to add the mailing address to my husband's page! That's good news i would assume...anything is.
What do you mean by adding " mailling address " to your husband 's page? Is he the sponsor or are you ? sorry I'm a bit confused .. Mailing address has always been on the ECAS.. |
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g-man
Star Member
Posts: 118
Ratings: +1
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: Buffalo -> Seattle
App. Filed.......: 25-10-2011
AOR Received.: 24-01-2012
File Transfer...: 09-01-2012 (22-02-2012 Seattle)
Med's Done....: 19-07-2011
Passport Req..: 12-04-2012
LANDED..........: 01-07-2012 (Canada Day!!)
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« Reply #12343 on: June 27, 2012, 01:17:09 pm » |
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Finally got my COPR in the mail yesterday!  Took two weeks to get here in (Vancouver) in the mail from Seattle....oy! Time to get my B4/B4A paperwork going, gotta land by Jul 19. |
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g-man
Star Member
Posts: 118
Ratings: +1
Category........: FAM
Visa Office......: Buffalo -> Seattle
App. Filed.......: 25-10-2011
AOR Received.: 24-01-2012
File Transfer...: 09-01-2012 (22-02-2012 Seattle)
Med's Done....: 19-07-2011
Passport Req..: 12-04-2012
LANDED..........: 01-07-2012 (Canada Day!!)
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« Reply #12344 on: June 27, 2012, 01:18:16 pm » |
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Was just wondering if anyone has recieved there PR card in the mail yet?I landed April 18th and still havent recieved mine.
Did you get your SIN card yet? I'm hoping this process doesn't take long after landing as I'd like to start working once I do! |
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