Hi
I was in the same situation, i live in montreal with a work permit since last dic 2008 and i did my application last Sept.2009 after a 8 months cuz you can apply afther the 6 months ( thats what they toll me ), and just 1 week ago i received my "call interview" ( actually its a letter ) has been almost 6 months after, but im so excited... now im just preparing myself for the next 8 march 2010 its gonna be the big day lets c what its coming....