Just for knowledge of others, I followed up on my email RE: 12 week estimate post-strike and received the following info:
Dear Client,
Thank you for following up on your file. Please be aware that due to the strike timelines may be expected, but we are doing our best to keep it to the 12 week estimate. We issue citizenship ceremony invitations 1 week prior to the event. Please continue to monitor your email (including your “junk” or “spam” folder) for your notice to appear.
If you believe your case is urgent, you can refer to website
Apply for citizenship: Urgent processing for further information about what is considered an urgent request, how to submit an urgent request and the supporting documents you will need to
prove your request is urgent. Each request is considered on a case-by-case basis.
Best,
CB