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Why not wait for a few weeks? Is there a reason that you want to apply now? You might get your PR within the next few weeks and then won't have to apply for OWP. :) Also, I believe, this 4-month clause is only for the OWP under TR to PR Policy, and not the PGWP or any other WP.

I was curious about the same. Pasting the information below from the initial announcement: "Taking effect this summer, the policy changes announced today include: Applicants will no longer be required to remain in Canada while their application is being processed. Applicants who apply for an...

If you've already applied for an open work permit under TR to PR, then you need to wait at least 4 months before your current work permit expires. Copy-pasting the information below from the IRCC website: You can apply up to 4 months before your current work permit expires. Your family members...

I hope these processing times do not apply to the OPW under the new policy for TR to PR Pathway because then there won't be any point in introducing a new stream as this was introduced for family reunification. Hopefully, the processing times will be shorter. :)

I agree with what you said. This is my assessment as well.

Thanks for your response. Renewing the passport right now might be too much of a hassle. I will apply with my current passport, which means I might get my new OPW with validity till July '23. Hopefully, I will get my PR by then. If not, I can look into requesting an extension of my OPW closer...

I also had the same question, because under the 'When you can apply' section it says the following: You can apply up to 4 months before your current work permit expires. Your family members can apply at any time. By 'current work permit', not sure whether they're referring to the PGWP or the...

Unfortunately, I am still awaiting the PR for myself and my outland spouse. Hence, I have decided to apply for the Open Work Permit under this new policy for my outland spouse. While reviewing the requirements for 'Family members', I came across the following clause: the principal applicant...

Thankfully my employer is okay for me to work remotely from India. You are right, the new OWP might very well take 6 months or more. However, I hope that they process it quicker as the whole idea of introducing it is for family reunification. Nonetheless, as you said the system is very...

I've given Canadian residence as a mailing address, and yes I will keep paying rent as I am on a 1-year lease. If it takes more than 2-3 months once I have landed, I will travel back.

I feel you bro, I am in exactly same situation like yours. I even tried applying Visitor Visa for my wife, but it got rejected. I was told by several consultants that it is highly likely that Visitor Visa will get rejected again. Also, work permits are taking ~1 year. I am waiting for the new...

My situation is exactly like yours. What happened for you on April 20, happened for me on March 15. However, in my case, there has been no progress since then. I checked the status a few days back with the help of the MP, and got the following: Eligibility: Not Started Security: Not Started...

Thanks buddy! Good luck with your application.

First of all, thanks @SmzAmir. It is amazing how you respond to everyone's queries and provide solid information. :) I did not receive a medical request for my spouse because I did an upfront medical exam for her, and submitted it along with other documents. Her medical status was updated on...

Hello Folks, Need some advice. On 25th Feb, I requested my GCMS notes to understand where my application is. On 15th Mar, I got a GU and found out that they've added my spouse to my application. Her biometrics were reflected (as she had given them in the past) and her medical passed. After...

Thanks for your response! That's an interesting point. I will wait for a week or so and then reach out to my MP.

Fast? Definitely not. The progress has been disappointing so far. However, hoping for the good.

Yes, don't remember having any problems with linking.

Requested mine on 25th Feb, and got them today!

Congrats buddy! Can you please elaborate on how following up with the GCMS notes helped the case? I got my GCMS notes today and was disheartened to see the progress made so far. :(