Just signed up because I was following this thread to ease my worries.
I applied under CEC EE 1 day after HumphreyHuang, and got my PPR 1 day after HumphreyHuang.
7/26 Submitted
7/26 AOR
?? MEP - IP1
08/20 - Travel Documents request
?? IP2
10/26 PPR
Massive weight off my mind.
Best of luck...