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Sam Sh

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Received my GCSM note - Got about 20 notes. Note 1 says it's in CPC-Ottawa. What does this mean?
 

caipsnotes

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Received my GCSM note - Got about 20 notes. Note 1 says it's in CPC-Ottawa. What does this mean?
The important sections of the GCMS file are (1) Assessment section on page 2 and (2) the "notes" in the last few pages of the file. Have a look at those.
 
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Sam Sh

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The important sections of the GCMS file are (1) Assessment section on page 2 and (2) the "notes" in the last few pages of the file. Have a look at those.
ASSESSMENTS

Eligibility: Recommend Passed
Security: Not Started
HIRV:
Criminality: Passed
Org Crime:
Medical: Passed - Expired
Misrepresentation:
Info Sharing: Complete
Other Reqs:
Final:
 

Flandernss

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The important sections of the GCMS file are (1) Assessment section on page 2 and (2) the "notes" in the last few pages of the file. Have a look at those.
Is it true the GCMS notes can be [partially] censured, particularly when there were "consultations" before its release (which often indicates sensitive information contained in the files)?
 

legalfalcon

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Sep 21, 2015
19,048
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FSW
Visa Office......
Ottawa
NOC Code......
4112
App. Filed.......
03-09-2015
Doc's Request.
01-10-2015
AOR Received.
03-09-2015
Med's Done....
17-08-2015
Passport Req..
05-04-2016
VISA ISSUED...
12-04-2016
LANDED..........
05-05-2016
Is it true the GCMS notes can be [partially] censured, particularly when there were "consultations" before its release (which often indicates sensitive information contained in the files)?

The GCMS notes are released pursuant to the Access to Information Act. When the information is release, some of it can be redacted under various provisions of the Act.

Some of the general provisions under which the informations redacted are:


 

Flandernss

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The GCMS notes are released pursuant to the Access to Information Act. When the information is release, some of it can be redacted under various provisions of the Act.

Some of the general provisions under which the informations redacted are:


Thanks, that was helpful.

Redacted means text is obstructed or wiped out completely? In other words, does one get to know that there is missing information (or even "why", in case there is)?
 

legalfalcon

VIP Member
Sep 21, 2015
19,048
9,916
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Category........
FSW
Visa Office......
Ottawa
NOC Code......
4112
App. Filed.......
03-09-2015
Doc's Request.
01-10-2015
AOR Received.
03-09-2015
Med's Done....
17-08-2015
Passport Req..
05-04-2016
VISA ISSUED...
12-04-2016
LANDED..........
05-05-2016
Thanks, that was helpful.

Redacted means text is obstructed or wiped out completely? In other words, does one get to know that there is missing information (or even "why", in case there is)?
The test will be removed and the section under which it is removed will be mentioned in the top right corner of the respective page.

If an entire page has been redacted then the section will be mentioned in the middle.
 

caipsnotes

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Is it true the GCMS notes can be [partially] censured, particularly when there were "consultations" before its release (which often indicates sensitive information contained in the files)?
Yes the information in the GCMS notes can be withheld from public disclosure for a variety of reasons. When you receive your GCMS notes the email from IRCC will state something like this. When you see disclosed in part it means information in the file is redacted; either sections within pages or even entire pages. Depending on which Act (Access to Information or Privacy) was used to obtain the GCMS notes the email will mention the relevant section of the Act which was invoked to withhold information. You can see the exemption grid at https://help.gcmsnotes.com/code/exemption-grid


The processing of your request is now complete. Please refer to the following for an explanation as to what was released:

Disposition of your records: Disclosed in part

Section(s) of the Act applied (if applicable): Reference will be made here to the section of the Act

You received the following amount of pages (if applicable): xx

Further information about the Access To Information Act* can be found at the following web page:

http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/a-1/
 

caipsnotes

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ASSESSMENTS

Eligibility: Recommend Passed
Security: Not Started
HIRV:
Criminality: Passed
Org Crime:
Medical: Passed - Expired
Misrepresentation:
Info Sharing: Complete
Other Reqs:
Final:
Thanks. Eligibility Review is a multistep process and it's been recommended pass which then will be reviewed by an immigration officer for a decision. When the decision is "passed" your file will move to the next step of Security Screening.
 

Jbach

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Jul 21, 2020
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Hello @legalfalcon , it has been really kind of you to help explain various applications to lots of people on this forum.
My AOR was in the month of Dec and requested gcms notes . Information are as follows
Note 1: text ; item to be requested/next step - passport,photos, RFV check - FINDEC

Note 2 : Elegibility met, PA meets r75 (2) & r76(1)
Criminality passed background info, travel history, info sharing, biometric& pcc reviews with no concerns, med passed

Does it look good and What does this mean for me?
Thank you sir
 

legalfalcon

VIP Member
Sep 21, 2015
19,048
9,916
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Category........
FSW
Visa Office......
Ottawa
NOC Code......
4112
App. Filed.......
03-09-2015
Doc's Request.
01-10-2015
AOR Received.
03-09-2015
Med's Done....
17-08-2015
Passport Req..
05-04-2016
VISA ISSUED...
12-04-2016
LANDED..........
05-05-2016
Hello @legalfalcon , it has been really kind of you to help explain various applications to lots of people on this forum.
My AOR was in the month of Dec and requested gcms notes . Information are as follows
Note 1: text ; item to be requested/next step - passport,photos, RFV check - FINDEC

Note 2 : Elegibility met, PA meets r75 (2) & r76(1)
Criminality passed background info, travel history, info sharing, biometric& pcc reviews with no concerns, med passed

Does it look good and What does this mean for me?
Thank you sir
Your application is ready for a final decision.

FINDEC stands for final decision. r75(2) and 76(1) pertain to eligibility FSW and CRS cut off, which is passed.

Everything is in order, and if your security is done, then after the final review, which is RFV check (Ready For Visa) check, you will be issued a COPR.

Depending on your country of resident, some application have been put on hold until the offices open or travel restrictions are removed. So be patient.

And Congratulations!!
 
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Jbach

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Jul 21, 2020
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Your application is ready for a final decision.

FINDEC stands for final decision. r75(2) and 76(1) pertain to eligibility FSW and CRS cut off, which is passed.

Everything is in order, and if your security is done, then after the final review, which is RFV check (Ready For Visa) check, you will be issued a COPR.

Depending on your country of resident, some application have been put on hold until the offices open or travel restrictions are removed. So be patient.

And Congratulations!!
Thank you !! Security was left blank. Criminality passed, eligibility met, information sharing : complete
 

legalfalcon

VIP Member
Sep 21, 2015
19,048
9,916
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Category........
FSW
Visa Office......
Ottawa
NOC Code......
4112
App. Filed.......
03-09-2015
Doc's Request.
01-10-2015
AOR Received.
03-09-2015
Med's Done....
17-08-2015
Passport Req..
05-04-2016
VISA ISSUED...
12-04-2016
LANDED..........
05-05-2016
Thank you !! Security was left blank. Criminality passed, eligibility met, information sharing : complete
Security is black as it has been redacted. See the top right corner and you will see s15 or s.16.

See https://bit.ly/2ZLvuQD

You are almost there.
 
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Sam Sh

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Apr 30, 2019
163
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Category........
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ASSESSMENTS

Eligibility: Recommend Passed
Security: Not Started
HIRV:
Criminality: Passed
Org Crime:
Medical: Passed - Expired
Misrepresentation:
Info Sharing: Complete
Other Reqs:
Final:
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Got about 20 notes. Note 1 says it's in CPC-Ottawa
How do you analyse my situation?
 

soul

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Jun 4, 2014
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This is the latest review of my gscm note, what does this mean?

"*OFFICER REVIEW - APPLICATION*: xxxxxx INTEGRATED SEARCH, FOSS/GCMS CHECK COMPLETED "
"No Adverse Info ******FAMILY COMPOSITION****** MARRIED, One child - marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents on file; no relationship concerns ******A 11.2 ASSESSMENT/ R75;R76"
"ELIGIBILITY****** PASSED FOREIGN WORK EXPERIENCE - Following reviews of the PA's cumulative work experience, proof of income, language test results, and upon analysis; I am satisfied on the balance of probabilities the PA meets the eligibility requirements of Section R75 of the Regulations. PA has been employe" "with xxxxx. Job duties are consistent with academic credentials and declared Primary NOC 3131,no concerns. Proof of funds - met; FSW Selection criteria - met, I am satisfied the applicant meets the requirement of A11.2/ R75;R76 A 11.2 Met Selection EE passed *****ADMISSIBILITY***** Based on the information provided of last 10 years: No A: 35 or A37 concerns MEDICAL: Passed RPRF: PAID"