My application was returned to me ( on March 31, 2021 and I've received it today) stating that it was incomplete ; quote 'your application was dated after the date on which it was received in our office ( post-dated), unquote.
The date of my application was January 20, 2021. I had signed it and dropped it at a Canada post outlet on the same day. The receipt ( from Canada Post) shows the same date. The application was received at the Nova Scotia office on January 22, 2021 based on the tracking number that I was given and there is a proof of signature as well. However my application form ( returned) bears a stamp in red that reads CPC SYDNEY , JAN 19 2021 RECEIVED. I think this was the reason why it was returned to me in the first place. From what I deduce it's possibly because of a human error as the adjustable stamp date was not changed at their end ( clerical error ) . What options do I have now ?
1. Shoot back the returned application with an LOA, the proof of receipt from Canada post along with the copy of the signature ( of a CPC employee) and request them to place me in queue as a Jan 2021 applicant ( treat it as it was complete on March 31, 2021, based on the date of the letter from CPC) .
2. Switch to online application, although I lost time and just hope that online get processed faster (? ) Theoretically appears better than freshly submitting a paper application. Or do both 1 and 2.
Your thoughts are much appreciated.