I did. I emailed on Oct 8, and assumed I received that kind of response due to IRCC not updating that auto-reply with the change in policy for extended family members.Hi,
Did everyone get the automated reply upon sending their email?
Something like this:
This inbox is only for those who:
- Need to request a written authorization from the Government of Canada to reunite with an immediate family member (who is residing in Canada and who is NOT a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident) for an essential (non-discretionary) purpose; or
- Want to tell us they are exempt from the travel restrictions AND their TRV (visitor visa) application received before April 9 is still in progress AND they are travelling to Canada for an essential (non-discretionary) purpose.