I put this together based on my research. this should shed light on the process but timelines may vary depending on individual situation. Hope you find this information helpful.
CIO- Nova Scotia Sydney facility::::
- Application submitted (AS) (Application can be linked 3-5 days later to your mycic account)
- AOR received [1-3 months from AS]
**********Application is moved off shelf and put in processing queue**********
- ECAS shows in process
- System generated Reminder email to submitted RPRF, PCCs and updated Sch A form (If you havent submitted RPRF, pay that and can confirm receipt 2-3 weeks later by using RPRF recepit number to login in GCKey) [3-4 months from AOR]
- Another request to resubmit Sch A (may or may not depending on gaps identified by agent/officer). This time its from actual officer processing your file. His initials can be found at the bottom of letter. [3-5 months from Reminder email]
- Background check updates to Not Applicable [same day - 3 weeks following submission as long as officer is satisfied with your updated documentation]
************Eligibility and Criminality is done****************
- Medical request is issued [2-3 months from previous step]
- You complete medicals
- You submit medicals via CSE or if you did eMedical then it shows passed/received in ecas [same day - 3 weeks]
**********************Medical is done********************************
CPC - Ottawa facility::::
- Background check goes into in progress status [same day - 2 weeks from medical passing date]
- Decision made [2-4 or more depending on your history]
- PPR [Not sure, but it seems few weeks]
- You send passports
- Received stamped visas and COPR [ 2-3 weeks from passport submission]
