Hi, I have a PR card that has expired in 2013. Unfortunately, owing to difficult personal challenges/multiple address changes over the years, I have lost possession of all the other supporting documents I had when I first came here to the country such as my passport, my original Record of Landing (IMM 1000) as well as any other supporting identity documents required for PR card renewal. I have never been outside Canada since 2003. I have always had a full-time job, paid my taxes, and no criminal record either. The only ID I have left is the above-mentioned expired PR card. I have already downloaded and filled out an Application for a Permanent Resident Card (IMM 5444E) and even paid the $50 fee. All I have to do is mail it out, but since this is a time-consuming application (esp. more so now with the Covid pandemic), I just want to know if there's anything else I could add to my application that could ensure it does not end up being rejected. My spouse maintains that a letter explaining why I don't have all the necessary documents might help. I am inclined to think so as well, but I would also greatly appreciate any input from any immigration professionals out here.
Thank you in advance for any help.
Thank you in advance for any help.