For a second Application Biometric need not be duplicated. Status is "In Progress".I totally understand your frustration, firstly when you say ordered GCMS notes and web forms where your application is standing from a processing perspective like medical passed? got a Biometric validation letter? did you call IRCC to ask current status as they answer all your questions and tell you where it is at right now.
And looks like will remain "in Progress" for several months now. Visa officers " you sit home thinking you are safe home"
Are visa officers not paid salary when they say that they have shortage of staff? If there is shortage of staff better stop accepting applications.