I would guess that the letter looks something like this
—Letter to applicant/Invitation to examination interview
This refers to your application for permanent residence submitted within Canada under the
spouse or common-law partner in Canada class.
Previous correspondence informed you that you had met the eligibility requirements to apply for
permanent resident status as a member of the spouse or common-law partner in Canada
class. It also informed you that a final decision would not be made until you and, if applicable, all
your family members both in Canada and abroad met all other requirements of the Immigration
and Refugee Protection Act as they relate to health, security and criminality screening.
FOR the CPC-V:
Your application has been referred to the Canada Immigration Centre in (city/town). You will
receive a letter from that office when they have scheduled your examination interview.
FOR CICs
A final determination on whether you meet statutory requirements can only be made at an
examination interview. An interview has been scheduled for you on (date and time)at the Canada
Immigration Centre,(address).
• If you cannot attend this interview, please write to this office immediately, explaining
why.
• Failure to appear for this interview may be perceived as lack of interest in permanent
residence and your application could be refused.
• If you are currently in receipt of welfare or social services benefits, please write to this
office as soon as possible explaining your situation.
Please ensure that your sponsor attends the interview with you as there may be a
requirement to question them.
Please note that if you believe you will require the services of an interpreter, it is your
responsibility to hire/find an interpreter and ensure that he/she attends the interview with you.
Please bring with you:
• A valid passport, identity or travel document.
• The Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) (If not already submitted)
• A photograph for each person in your family that is being processed for permanent residence
in Canada. These photos must meet the specifications outlined in Appendix C of the
Application Guide [IMM 5289].
If you require clarification, more information, or wish to provide a change of address or other
information, please write to us at the address at the top of this letter, visit the CIC Web site or
telephone the Call Centre at 1- 888- 242-2100 (Toll Free)
The client number in the upper right corner of this letter is your personal identification number and
it provides access to information on your file. For your own protection, do not allow any other
person to use this number.
