I was hopeless, thinking about applying Australian PR or starting EE. But after getting it I see I shouldn't have put this much stress on me. You'll get it. Be patient.
Just got an email with the subject: Ready for Visa / Prêt pour Visa with instructions for sending passports. Why doesn't it say passport request?
Nothing changed in the online account. No DM nothing. Should I be happy now? Nov 2015 applicant.
MP called IRCC on our behalf. Security verification initiated on Jan 20, 2017. Spouse security is clear. No one can do anything even IRCC. They are waiting to hear from security officials.
Take a look at this report regarding security checks.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/maybe-we-re-singled-out-iranians-in-quebec-say-delays-for-permanent-residency-are-excessive-unreasonable-1.4570716