Got RFV mail guys. Thanks to the Almighty and this forum for all the positivity.
It took exactly 13 months from the start to end. Below is the timeline:
AOR: 02 Nov, 2018
VO: Ottawa
First review of file on : April 23, 2018 (per GCMS notes). File marked as review required for eligibility as there was a previous refusal 10 years ago.
Long silence after that, no update in the CIC account
Medical expired: Oct 21, 2019, status changed to 'not required'
ADR (RPRF): Oct 22, 2019, paid same day
Remedical request: Nov 22, 2019
Remedial done: Nov 25, 2019
Remedial uploaded by clinic: Nov 26, 2019
Medical passed: Nov 29, 2019
RFV email: Dec 02, 2019
I know it's been a grueling and frustrating wait that we all went through but trust me, time will come for all of us to be happy and cheerful. Be patient, be hopeful, and above all be thankful for what you have.