I got this response from Ottawa when I asked about my file:
- Your file has been transferred from Buffalo to Ottawa Pilot effective July
7
- It was well in process in Buffalo but now comes under the new processing
times for Ottawa - which is 12 months from the July 7 date BUT it may be
much shorter depending on when an officer reviews it the file
- CIC officer was unsure if you will be asked to redo IELTS exam or if it
will be extended due to delays associated with the new processing systems.
- Officer recommends being patient and awaiting direct contact from CIC.
PS: I just gave my file number to someone who happened to know an insider. I have shared this info just to calm people's anxiety and frustrations down. It does not however apply to everyone. And please don't request for the insider details because I don't even have it. Cheers