ECOPR

[Leftcoast256]

I have linked the PR card to GCKey. Under Details about your application status, I see Review of eligibility and Final decision:

• We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements. and
• Your application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.

I don't get it. I have received the eCoPR so I have been approved. What meet the eligibility requirements and final decision are they referring to??

 

[armoured]

I have linked the PR card to GCKey. Under Details about your application status, I see Review of eligibility and Final decision:

• We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements. and
• Your application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.

I don't get it. I have received the eCoPR so I have been approved. What meet the eligibility requirements and final decision are they referring to??

It means they stopped updating it at a certain point. Nothing to worry about.

 

[shayankarim]

Hi there,


Thanks for sharing your situation — I completely understand how frustrating the wait can be, especially when it comes to accessing essential services like healthcare.


Unfortunately, in Ontario, ServiceOntario typically requires proof of permanent residency approval or an IRCC letter confirming eligibility before issuing an OHIP card. The eCOPR (electronic Confirmation of Permanent Residence) is often the key document they look for to finalize OHIP eligibility.


Since you're still waiting for the eCOPR and haven't received any acknowledgment from IRCC regarding early approval, here are a few suggestions that might help in the meantime:

1. Re-submit the IRCC Web Form: Sometimes responses can be delayed or overlooked. You might want to follow up or submit another web form request, emphasizing it's an urgent matter related to medical access.
2. Contact Your Local MP: Reaching out to your Member of Parliament can often move things along more quickly. They can directly inquire with IRCC on your behalf, especially when there are delays affecting health or well-being.
3. Temporary Private Health Insurance: While waiting, you might consider temporary private health coverage from providers like Manulife, Blue Cross, or GMS. It’s not ideal, but it ensures coverage in case of emergencies.
4. Community Health Centres: Some Community Health Centres (CHCs) in Ontario offer services to individuals without OHIP. You can search for a CHC near you and ask about eligibility.

Wishing you both a quick resolution and hope the eCOPR comes through soon. Let me know if you need help drafting a message to your MP or following up with IRCC.

 

[Leftcoast256]

Hi there,


Thanks for sharing your situation — I completely understand how frustrating the wait can be, especially when it comes to accessing essential services like healthcare.


Unfortunately, in Ontario, ServiceOntario typically requires proof of permanent residency approval or an IRCC letter confirming eligibility before issuing an OHIP card. The eCOPR (electronic Confirmation of Permanent Residence) is often the key document they look for to finalize OHIP eligibility.


Since you're still waiting for the eCOPR and haven't received any acknowledgment from IRCC regarding early approval, here are a few suggestions that might help in the meantime:

1. Re-submit the IRCC Web Form: Sometimes responses can be delayed or overlooked. You might want to follow up or submit another web form request, emphasizing it's an urgent matter related to medical access.
2. Contact Your Local MP: Reaching out to your Member of Parliament can often move things along more quickly. They can directly inquire with IRCC on your behalf, especially when there are delays affecting health or well-being.
3. Temporary Private Health Insurance: While waiting, you might consider temporary private health coverage from providers like Manulife, Blue Cross, or GMS. It’s not ideal, but it ensures coverage in case of emergencies.
4. Community Health Centres: Some Community Health Centres (CHCs) in Ontario offer services to individuals without OHIP. You can search for a CHC near you and ask about eligibility.

Wishing you both a quick resolution and hope the eCOPR comes through soon. Let me know if you need help drafting a message to your MP or following up with IRCC.

I am not sure about Ontario but in BC, if you can provide a screenshot of the status tracker showing your application is in progress, you can get healthcare coverage.

 

[CanGoldDigger]

Hi there,


Thanks for sharing your situation — I completely understand how frustrating the wait can be, especially when it comes to accessing essential services like healthcare.


Unfortunately, in Ontario, ServiceOntario typically requires proof of permanent residency approval or an IRCC letter confirming eligibility before issuing an OHIP card. The eCOPR (electronic Confirmation of Permanent Residence) is often the key document they look for to finalize OHIP eligibility.


Since you're still waiting for the eCOPR and haven't received any acknowledgment from IRCC regarding early approval, here are a few suggestions that might help in the meantime:

1. Re-submit the IRCC Web Form: Sometimes responses can be delayed or overlooked. You might want to follow up or submit another web form request, emphasizing it's an urgent matter related to medical access.
2. Contact Your Local MP: Reaching out to your Member of Parliament can often move things along more quickly. They can directly inquire with IRCC on your behalf, especially when there are delays affecting health or well-being.
3. Temporary Private Health Insurance: While waiting, you might consider temporary private health coverage from providers like Manulife, Blue Cross, or GMS. It’s not ideal, but it ensures coverage in case of emergencies.
4. Community Health Centres: Some Community Health Centres (CHCs) in Ontario offer services to individuals without OHIP. You can search for a CHC near you and ask about eligibility.

Wishing you both a quick resolution and hope the eCOPR comes through soon. Let me know if you need help drafting a message to your MP or following up with IRCC.

Documents needed to get a health card (ONTARIO)​

For permanent residents (formerly called “landed immigrants”)​

• Permanent Resident Card
  • must be valid or expired no more than five years
• Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM 5292, 5688)
• Canadian Immigration Identification Card
• Record of Landing (IMM 1000)

For applicants for permanent residence​

• Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) letter (IRCC used to be called Citizenship and Immigration Canada, or CIC). The letter must:
  • be on IRCC letterhead, addressed to you as applicant
  • state IRCC has confirmed you meet the eligibility requirements to apply for permanent residence in Canada and you have not yet been denied.
• IRCC document (e.g. work permit, visitor record, temporary resident permit or study permit), with a note confirming all three of the following. You have:
  1. applied for permanent residence
  2. met the eligibility requirements to apply for permanent residence
  3. have not been denied

https://www.ontario.ca/page/documents-needed-get-health-card

 

[shayankarim]

Documents needed to get a health card (ONTARIO)​

For permanent residents (formerly called “landed immigrants”)​

• Permanent Resident Card
  • must be valid or expired no more than five years
• Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM 5292, 5688)
• Canadian Immigration Identification Card
• Record of Landing (IMM 1000)

For applicants for permanent residence​

• Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) letter (IRCC used to be called Citizenship and Immigration Canada, or CIC). The letter must:
  • be on IRCC letterhead, addressed to you as applicant
  • state IRCC has confirmed you meet the eligibility requirements to apply for permanent residence in Canada and you have not yet been denied.
• IRCC document (e.g. work permit, visitor record, temporary resident permit or study permit), with a note confirming all three of the following. You have:
  1. applied for permanent residence
  2. met the eligibility requirements to apply for permanent residence
  3. have not been denied

https://www.ontario.ca/page/documents-needed-get-health-card

Thanks so much for your detailed response and for understanding the situation — I really appreciate it.


Yes, you’re right — ServiceOntario does look for the eCOPR or a specific IRCC letter that clearly confirms eligibility for permanent residence, even before the PR card arrives. Unfortunately, in my case, I haven't received the eCOPR yet, and I’ve also not gotten any official response from IRCC confirming eligibility, despite waiting for quite a while.


I did go through the Ontario.ca page you shared — it’s helpful and clearly lists the documents required. Right now, I fall into the category of an “applicant for permanent residence,” but without that specific IRCC letter confirming eligibility, ServiceOntario isn’t able to move forward.


As you suggested, I’ll follow up by submitting another IRCC web form and will also consider contacting my local MP to escalate the issue. In the meantime, I’ll also look into temporary private insurance and community health centres as a backup.


Thanks again for taking the time to help — it really means a lot. I’ll definitely reach out if I need help drafting a message to my MP or following up with IRCC.

 

[CanGoldDigger]

Thanks so much for your detailed response and for understanding the situation — I really appreciate it.


Yes, you’re right — ServiceOntario does look for the eCOPR or a specific IRCC letter that clearly confirms eligibility for permanent residence, even before the PR card arrives. Unfortunately, in my case, I haven't received the eCOPR yet, and I’ve also not gotten any official response from IRCC confirming eligibility, despite waiting for quite a while.


I did go through the Ontario.ca page you shared — it’s helpful and clearly lists the documents required. Right now, I fall into the category of an “applicant for permanent residence,” but without that specific IRCC letter confirming eligibility, ServiceOntario isn’t able to move forward.


As you suggested, I’ll follow up by submitting another IRCC web form and will also consider contacting my local MP to escalate the issue. In the meantime, I’ll also look into temporary private insurance and community health centres as a backup.


Thanks again for taking the time to help — it really means a lot. I’ll definitely reach out if I need help drafting a message to my MP or following up with IRCC.

Have you received a Portal 1 email? That would be enough. But use a PDF attached with tour personal information, not an email itself.

 

[shayankarim]

Thank you for your detailed update — it’s great to hear that you’re taking proactive steps despite the challenges.


Following up with IRCC and reaching out to your MP are definitely the right moves, and I’m confident they will help move things forward. Meanwhile, exploring temporary insurance and community health centres is a smart backup plan to ensure you have access to care.


If you need any help drafting messages or want someone to review your communication with IRCC or your MP, feel free to reach out — I’m happy to assist