TRV over processing time

[Auwa]

Yes, but as a PhD student there is only limited number of days I can stay away from the university. So, I really don't want to wait forever before my visa application is processed. Is there any way to expedite the process!? Does canceling the application and re applying make sense?

No, cancelling and re-applying will only prolong the process. You can order your case officer’s internal processing notes at https://atip-aiprp.apps.gc.ca/atip/welcome.do which will hopefully reveal the reason for your visa’s delayed processing. Not much else you can do otherwise.