PG said:
Neil,
Later in the passport request we did not get any associated links as you got in your email. That means, they were keeping eye on your pregnancy and let you know by email. That link was case specific to you, which you say you didn't check (which CIC didn't believe).
Your respons is very logical, but just for clarification, the passport request format from Buffalo visa office is the same general format for all applicants when it comes via email. I got the same exactly with the same links while i am single not married.
This is the format with the links (the one talks about his situation is the last one):
Dear Applicant:
This refers to your application for permanent residence in Canada. We are now in a position to request your passports for visa issuance.
Please submit your passport(s) before.......... The issuance of your visa(s) is time sensitive so it is important for you to submit your passport(s) as requested.
FOLLOW THE LINKS BELOW FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION THAT WILL ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU HAVE:
Passport requirements:
http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/buffalo/imm/passports_passeports.aspx
Photographs, height and eye colour:
http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/buffalo/imm/Photographs_Photographies.aspx
Instructions for passport submission:
http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/buffalo/imm/submit_soumettre.aspx
Important notice for family members:
http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/buffalo/imm/notice_avis.aspx
Immigration Section/Section de l'immigration
Consulate General of Canada
Consulat général du Canada
Buffalo, New York