T-Pot

Can't say I blame you, we have been waiting since November 2007 and have given up wanting to go. I wonder how many of us 2007 applicants are still out there......

bazman

Still here,alive and waiting...

Unfortunately some of us (pre Feb.2008 applicants) are badly impacted by the BackLog Reduction announced recently.

Who has a SELDEC made on his file and still waiting to finalize his application?

Your updates and comments are appreciated

laser558

Coffepot! I was so sad to read this news and I do think it terribly unfair the way you have been treated. I understand your frustration.

I suppose the only crumb of consolation would be to say that there is no harm you buying a little place out in Canada at some stage in your life and maybe, when you reach the point where you have more time, you could stay over there for at least six months every year and live the Canadian lifestyle and have the adventure you spoke about. Just a thought.

T-Pot

Well have just checked again on CIC and I'm not even 'in process'..... Guess I just carry on waiting around now for my refund (HA!)

I wonder what Norway is like this timeof year...............

bazman

T-Pot, Sorry to hear that

Can you please provide more info:

1- What is your ecas showing now?
2- Did you get any official communication from CIC? If not, when was the Last communication/inquiry?
3- Have you ordered CAIPS before?
4- Do you know if you have passed the Selection Criteria? any SELDEC in CAIPS?
5- Have you been requested to provide any documents to CIC?
6- What is your VO?


Thanks in advance.

Other 2007 Applicants, can you please raise your voice. We would like to know more about your status; where do you stand...

Goodluck to all

Coffeepot

Waiting still very patiently, not even in process, AOR April 2007, husband IT
Nothing since the letter 2 -3 years ago saying we had 6 weeks to get a refund if we want to withdraw application, still no update request etc, what makes me so mad is, meant tobe processed in order of receipt to be fair to all, how can it be fair when thousands have been processed from the newer applications, I don't have a problem with waiting in a que, just don't open a new que with more people processing and leave us out to dry. Also having paid up front and our PRPF we are quite a bit out of pocket for what ? I know quite a few people in the same boat not all on this site. Hazmat what's your situation ?

Jaysuper

When would they be voting on the proposal to return all applications Pre-Feb 2008? It would be simply unfair if this legislation is passed.

Do you think there is anything we can do to raise our voice?

Or do you all think there could be potentially legal challenge against the Government of Canada if this bill went ahead?

PMM

Hi


1. No vote, it will be a change in the regulations. Posted in the Canada Gazette for 30 days before enactment.
2. There have been protest in India and Pakistan, to be harsh, but do you really think politicians in Canada (other than opposition) will care? As you can't vote for them.

Jaysuper

Oh!!. So it is nearly automatic that all pre Feb 2008 applications would be returned. Really really unfair after waiting in the queue for over 4 y.

Coffeepot

Agree totally, I don't understand if we applied again now we are still on the list but our daughter who was on our original application would not be able to come as she has now left uni. How can that be fair and just, we have written and emailed only had 2 replies both the same really. Shut up and wait, although the last time they did say we could have our money back ( they think eventually )
Wish there was something we could do for all of us in the que. any ideas ?

Coffeepot

Think BE should give out a medal for patientce us Pre 2008 applicants would certainly qualifi

T-Pot

E-cas not showing anything - can't even find me which means they've not even looked at my file. I have have no communication since receiving my confirmation of receipt and file reference number back in early 2008. I didn't even get the offer to withdraw my application and get a refund.

Deefran

Hi All. I am stunned, I cannot believe what I am reading and just heard from my cousin in Tornoto reading an article in the Toronto Star stating they are wiping out the backlog by returning all pre 2008 applications with a refund and the door will close. I applied in Nov 2007 and have not heard anything since despite letters and emails with no reply. Can I ask if anyone has actually received letters telling them they are having their applications returned with a refund?

Coffeepot

Not us, probably have to wait another 5 years for that as well.
It's trully unbelievable the way we are all being treated. Stunned
And sorry for everyone.

T-Pot

I'm bored with waiting now - shall we have a singsong?

I'll start..... the wheels on the bus go round and round.....

Come on everyone, join in!