@Bryanna i got this reply today
Dear Applicant,
The information you have provided below has been noted on your file.
All applications for temporary/permanent residence in Canada are subject to statutory requirements, including background checks. These requirements must be satisfied before an applicant may be granted temporary/permanent resident status. We
are currently conducting certain background investigations.
Our website,
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/times/temp.asp, notes the processing times for the different categories of applications and for residents and nationals of certain countries.
Sincerely,
Immigration section | RA
Canadian Embassy | United Arab Emirates