I applied for a work permit from within Canada, but the final decision has not been made for over five months. As a visitor, I have been staying in Canada for six months now. Could someone with knowledge about this situation clarify whether such prolonged processing times are normal? Also, since my work permit application is still pending, is it permissible for me to stay in Canada for more than six months as a visitor? I would appreciate any insights or advice on how to handle this situation.