This is what I received today from the Minster Of Immigration IN Canada yesterday:
I am replying to your e-mail of September 5, 2013, addressed to Mr. Chris Alexander, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, concerning the status of your husband’s application for permanent residence.
The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) gives immigration and visa officers the authority to review applications and to accept or reject them, based on review criteria outlined in the Act and its accompanying Regulations. These officers are trained in the review and assessment of this type of application.
Our records confirm that officers in Islamabad sent a procedural fairness letter to give you and your husband an opportunity to provide additional information relating to your application. The response to this letter has been received and will need to be reviewed.
Therefore, it appears that this application is actively being processed and has not been concluded. Please be assured that the officers will fully consider all information provided by you and your husband in response to their request.
Thank you for taking the time to bring your concerns to the Minister's attention. I trust that this information is helpful.