I know sometimes they ask for RCMP fingerprints when the applicant has been living in Canada for 8yrs/10yrs or moreI have a biometric on their file thats less than 10 years old so they didn't ask for one. This is how they requested it, "Upon review of the application, it has been noted that RCMP Fingerprints are required for the principal applicant. Please submit the results once received."