Just reading other threads in this forum and some outland EEs are actually getting theirs approved in 2 to 3 months time...
Yeah, that sort of stuff just rubs me the wrong way. I don't know why they decided to have 60% more personnel in EE than required and reduce the processing time so much. Their service standard is supposed to be 6 months for EE. They could simply transfer the excess staff to other types of applications with some training. The current situation seems incredibly lopsided and inefficient.
Yes technically you are still on temporary status until you get your ECOPR . Getting portal request means your application is approved but you are not yet permanent residence yet . Your status is still temporary till that time . If you didn’t get COPR by that time submit BOWP application. If you get COPR after submission, your BOWP application will be cancelled and you will get refund for money. Note it’s your responsibility to keep your status legal until you get your COPR.
You will get it . Be positive. But remember there is no harm in submitting BOWP and submit before 1-2 days before expiration date . You will not loose any money for fees .
Really depends on your background check. If your case is simple, it could be fast within 2-3 months. If you get stuck in security check, it could be much longer (6 months to 2 years)..
did you get any update? I have received the same request for employment records on Aug 11, 2023 from Etobicoke VO, please update me if you get any update? I hope our next step will be the portal.
Yes, about 7-8 days later, they updated my profile to trigger portal 1 in my application. I submitted recent paystubs from current employer, letter of employment, and T4s for the past two years.
