here is what I wrote to MP today, I have bugged them 97 times (office visits/emails/phone calls etc) in last 7 months and they were tired of me
Hello
My wife received the passport and Visa today and I just want to thank you for all your effort on this matter. Total processing time was 18 months, I hope in future the Conservative Govt will review the immigration policy for Pakistan and give priority to family class so that families don't have to suffer. Prime Minister need to straighten out the policies to unite Canadian families specially from Pakistan, and use less resources in building Jails.
and her response is as follows... (same standard response)
Hello
Our office is happy to hear about your wonderful news. Congratulations.
We have passed along your comments concerning the processing times to Prime Minister and Minister Kenney.
In the future, please do not hesitate in contacting our office with any federal government issues that you may have.
Best Regards,