Yes, you are correct. RCMP is optional for those who are already in Canada. However, CIC officer might ask you to provide it during your back ground check process. Again it is case-to- case. Most of them in this thread submitted proactively to avoid any sort of delay to the PR process.salkhan said:But on CIC's website, it says that you do not need to provide a police clearance if you are residing in Canada. Can I provide now and update it via case specific form?