I contacted my local MP again and this is her reply:
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It is with no great surprise that you’re telling me that you haven’t heard from CIC.
As you are not my only file stuck in the pre-express entry back log, I can tell you my last conversation with CIC about it was last week and that nothing new was being done with those files.
Since CIC will most likely wait until a new directive is being issued, I would not expect any change until the directive is known.
I understand this is utterly frustrating. I could still inquire about your specific file but I expect the same non-answer.
Please note also that due to a higher volume of calls from MP’s offices than usual, CIC queue for calling us back is now over one week long and we are limited to 7 files per call. In your case, your file would be my 12th. I understand that these delays are also very upsetting.
Let me know if you would like an update anyways, or if you would prefer contacting me in a month to inquire about a more general update for your category (directive issued or not).
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