Can i apply for OWP extension since my PR is in process

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Dear Experts,

Can i apply for OWP extension since my PR is in process. I have studied for 1 year and my 1 year OWP will expire soon..i want to maintain status in country until they make some decision about my PR. status - PR is in process -
when i enquired - i got an email saying - my applicaiton in Queue for further processing..

Please advice..OWP extension possible since my PR in process..

Thanks,