July 2017 Citizenship applicants

[bullahg]

It’s actually in the track sheet. His application was received on July 17th. They are playing with middle of July now.

Oh thank you! I sent my application on the 17th of July, so I'm hoping for a reply this week. Fingers crossed

 

[aakash28]

Oh thank you! I sent my application on the 17th of July, so I'm hoping for a reply this week. Fingers crossed

Yeah I guess in about a week or two. Your one will be a good wake up call for me as I sent my application on July 24th.

 

[bullahg]

Yeah I guess in about a week or two. Your one will be a good wake up call for me as I sent my application on July 24th.

I checked yesterday and found out my application was received on the 17th, was sent on the 13th so now I'm a bit worried as to what's happening

 

[JJS]

Can someone please update the spreadsheet. I received my invitation on March 9th for a ceremony on March 27th.

 

[rajmalhotra7]

Can someone please update the spreadsheet. I received my invitation on March 9th for a ceremony on March 27th.

Updated. Congrats!!

 

[Kim88]

HI guys, This is my timeline ( Vancouver )

1. We received your application for Canadian citizenship (grant of citizenship) on December 6, 2017.
2. We sent you correspondence acknowledging receipt of your application(s), and a study book called Discover Canada on January 22, 2018.
3. We started processing your application on February 15, 2018.

 

[rajmalhotra7]

HI guys, This is my timeline ( Vancouver )

1. We received your application for Canadian citizenship (grant of citizenship) on December 6, 2017.
2. We sent you correspondence acknowledging receipt of your application(s), and a study book called Discover Canada on January 22, 2018.
3. We started processing your application on February 15, 2018.

There is a December 2017 thread where you can post your updates.

https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/december-2017-citizenship-applicants.529333/page-112

 

[Kim88]

There is a December 2017 thread where you can post your updates.

https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/december-2017-citizenship-applicants.529333/page-112

Thanks!

 

[aakash28]

Okay Guys. I have posted this on Scarborough thread but thought of posting this here as well

Ecas updated:

1. We sent you a notice on March 17, 2018 to appear and take the oath of citizenship at the citizenship ceremony to be held on April 21, 2018 at 10:30 AM. The notice you will receive will be your official confirmation of your appointment. If you have not received this notice prior to the date of your scheduled appointment, please contact us.
   *Note: Citizenship and Immigration Canada does sometimes schedule events on Saturdays or Sundays.

 

[bullahg]

Okay Guys. I have posted this on Scarborough thread but thought of posting this here as well

Ecas updated:

1. We sent you a notice on March 17, 2018 to appear and take the oath of citizenship at the citizenship ceremony to be held on April 21, 2018 at 10:30 AM. The notice you will receive will be your official confirmation of your appointment. If you have not received this notice prior to the date of your scheduled appointment, please contact us.
   *Note: Citizenship and Immigration Canada does sometimes schedule events on Saturdays or Sundays.

Congrats. Btw I still have not received mine even though my application was received on the 13th.

 

[figzy]

Finally, eCAS got updated today! It's been a journey since July 2017.

"We sent you a notice on March 26, 2018 to appear and take the oath of citizenship at the citizenship ceremony to be held on April 24, 2018 at 9:15 AM"

All the best to everyone still waiting for the good news!

 

[rajmalhotra7]

Finally, eCAS got updated today! It's been a journey since July 2017.

"We sent you a notice on March 26, 2018 to appear and take the oath of citizenship at the citizenship ceremony to be held on April 24, 2018 at 9:15 AM"

All the best to everyone still waiting for the good news!

Updated. Congrats!!

 

[figzy]

Updated. Congrats!!

Thank you!

Huge thanks to all the administrators (and contributors) here too. Thank you for your commitment and sacrifice on behalf of the entire community.

 

[wamfeo]

Hello everyone,

I know how agonizing it is to wait but you will feel so good once you get there! And you WILL, as hard as it might be try not to worry when there's literally nothing you can do to make the process speed up. Nothing worth having ever comes easily But be assured that your time is coming, there seems to be no explanation as to why some people's applications are processed faster than others or why you have to wait so long but it will all be worth it.

Just wanted to share my experience from yesterday. The process for the Oath was actually a bit similar to the test. We had to line up to check in/register individually with an officer, and surrender our PR card (#wompwomp - no travel across the border for me this long weekend). They ask a question like, "Have you had any problems with the law or other immigration officials" and just ask for a yes or no answer. Otherwise they just say a few things, like about applying for a passport, you have to wait 3-5 business days, and then the ceremony is assigned seating so you don't have to worry about being a little late during that registration process, or rushing to get to the front of the line because you'll either be waiting in the registration room, or waiting in the ceremony room. There was also a bible in several different languages available as a free gift, and they give you a cultural access pass as a gift that is valid for a year to give you complimentary access to museums, national parks, and all sorts of other things. It looks really good!! I think it took about 45 minutes for everyone to get registered and into the ceremony room, so I was told to be there for 10am and then I think the ceremony started about 10:45am.

Once we went into the ceremony room there was a little package on our chair, with a program and printed copies of the oath and national anthem, as well as a little Canadian flag and a pin. They have an officiant guiding the proceedings and then the judge presides over it. They show a video with scenes from Canadian life and Justin Trudeau delivers a message, which was really nice. I guess at some point I had indicated that I preferred an English ceremony and they mentioned that the majority of proceedings would be done in English, but we did have to say the oath in both English and in French (you repeat each line after the judge). They have officials posted around the room to ensure you are saying the words.

One small tip is that they ask you to bring all the original documentation you submitted for your application, as well as all current and expired travel documents -- just the same things that they ask you to bring in for the test. I would just keep all these things together once you've done your test, so that you don't have to gather them all together a second time. They didn't ask to see any of it, but you have to take it anyway.

One thing I did want to mention in particular was how shocked I was at people's dress code at the event. There were a few people who did make an effort, but the majority of other citizenship recipients at my event did not make one iota of effort in how they were presented. Maybe I shouldn't even comment as I don't know people's circumstances, but I absolutely do not think that sweatpants, flannel, or running shoes are appropriate attire for an event of this magnitude. I felt that it showed a lack of respect for Canada and for the other recipients - we all know that it is such a long and arduous process that actually getting to the day of taking the oath is such a huge achievement and should really be marked as one with proper clothes and marking it as the occasion that it is. I don't think you need to go overboard but business attire should be the standard.

Anyway, congratulations to those of you who have already taken the oath and best of luck for those still waiting

 

[wamfeo]

Hello everyone,

I know how agonizing it is to wait but you will feel so good once you get there! And you WILL, as hard as it might be try not to worry when there's literally nothing you can do to make the process speed up. Nothing worth having ever comes easily But be assured that your time is coming, there seems to be no explanation as to why some people's applications are processed faster than others or why you have to wait so long but it will all be worth it.

Just wanted to share my experience from yesterday. The process for the Oath was actually a bit similar to the test. We had to line up to check in/register individually with an officer, and surrender our PR card (#wompwomp - no travel across the border for me this long weekend). They ask a question like, "Have you had any problems with the law or other immigration officials" and just ask for a yes or no answer. Otherwise they just say a few things, like about applying for a passport, you have to wait 3-5 business days, and then the ceremony is assigned seating so you don't have to worry about being a little late during that registration process, or rushing to get to the front of the line because you'll either be waiting in the registration room, or waiting in the ceremony room. There was also a bible in several different languages available as a free gift, and they give you a cultural access pass as a gift that is valid for a year to give you complimentary access to museums, national parks, and all sorts of other things. It looks really good!! I think it took about 45 minutes for everyone to get registered and into the ceremony room, so I was told to be there for 10am and then I think the ceremony started about 10:45am.

Once we went into the ceremony room there was a little package on our chair, with a program and printed copies of the oath and national anthem, as well as a little Canadian flag and a pin. They have an officiant guiding the proceedings and then the judge presides over it. They show a video with scenes from Canadian life and Justin Trudeau delivers a message, which was really nice. I guess at some point I had indicated that I preferred an English ceremony and they mentioned that the majority of proceedings would be done in English, but we did have to say the oath in both English and in French (you repeat each line after the judge). They have officials posted around the room to ensure you are saying the words.

One small tip is that they ask you to bring all the original documentation you submitted for your application, as well as all current and expired travel documents -- just the same things that they ask you to bring in for the test. I would just keep all these things together once you've done your test, so that you don't have to gather them all together a second time. They didn't ask to see any of it, but you have to take it anyway.

One thing I did want to mention in particular was how shocked I was at people's dress code at the event. There were a few people who did make an effort, but the majority of other citizenship recipients at my event did not make one iota of effort in how they were presented. Maybe I shouldn't even comment as I don't know people's circumstances, but I absolutely do not think that sweatpants, flannel, or running shoes are appropriate attire for an event of this magnitude. I felt that it showed a lack of respect for Canada and for the other recipients - we all know that it is such a long and arduous process that actually getting to the day of taking the oath is such a huge achievement and should really be marked as one with proper clothes and marking it as the occasion that it is. I don't think you need to go overboard but business attire should be the standard.

Anyway, congratulations to those of you who have already taken the oath and best of luck for those still waiting

Hi Thank you so much for your wonderful experience. I have benefitted a lot through your experience. One note you made really worth keeping in mind. Citizenship is getting a permanent status in a country you like and therefore your suggestion to keep the dress code as official, neat, professional is great. God bless. Thanks. WAMFEO