Kingston,Jamaica

[LifeSoonSortOut]

;D Congratulations SQ....when it's cold in Calgary, it's cold in Calgary that's for sure!
Randygirl... "Ohhh child things are going to get easier"
Tintin.... welcome, welcome, welcome

Looks like its clean up/catch up time in Kingston because I received a email today, stating "This case is pending the results of the RCMP investigation". They also called my husband to tell him the same info contained in the email. Now what was a little disheartening about what otherwise should of been good news, was the fact that they said the submitted the request to the RCMP in May.

God knows I've been patient.... and I should be happy that they emailed and called, but I'm just sooooo frustrated.

God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.

 

[lovehasnoboundaries]

Hello Everyone!

@RandysGrl hope things work out for you soon

@SQ - Welcome to Canada! Glad to know all went well, and it was nice to share in your landing story!! All the best to you and your family

@mrslwsn- I noticed on the chart it says that you're still waiting sponsor approval, but didn't you just recently get approved??? Or maybe I'm mixing you up with someone else...

Staying snug and warm in my bed this weekend --it's toooo cold out there!!!

 

[witty]

about how long after you paid the landing fee cic normally take to give you pr? because my medical expire in February that's why i ask?

 

[tintin79]

;D Congratulations SQ....when it's cold in Calgary, it's cold in Calgary that's for sure!
Randygirl... "Ohhh child things are going to get easier"
Tintin.... welcome, welcome, welcome

Looks like its clean up/catch up time in Kingston because I received a email today, stating "This case is pending the results of the RCMP investigation". They also called my husband to tell him the same info contained in the email. Now what was a little disheartening about what otherwise should of been good news, was the fact that they said the submitted the request to the RCMP in May.

Morning Lifesoon,
Is it possible to get on the RCMP case about taking this long. I mean have you called them or contacted them about your husbands criminal check. Your situation is beginning to scare me. My husband was in Canada too and Im hoping to have him home by May but you waiting over a year is scaring me. I know people that came back to Jamaica and filed and got through in 8 months so what is going on? Have you tried calling the RCMP yourself? Does your hubby have any charges in Canada?Also before my husband left we went and did the fingerprinting for the check so will that help, did you do the same?

 

[Admirable]

Wonderful Landing Story SQ!!!!

All those who have received updates....Congrats
Let's goooo KGN!!!!!!!

 

[CharlieD10]

Good morning everyone, and TGIF!

LSSO - the Serenity prayer is always a good reminder in this situation, thanks for sharing that!

Tintin79 - I am not sure there is ANY recourse when dealing with RCMP checks, I have not heard of anyone being able to spur them to work faster. I know you have an office to query CSIS (security interviews) but not the RCMP for background checks. It's done when it's done.

It is TGIF, so here's a little laugh:


Q. Have you heard about the lawyers’ word processor?
A. No matter what font you select, everything comes out in fine print.

 

[AMANDAWOOD]

happy friday everyone
so happy to see all of the great updates
for us that is still waiting it gives such hope
cda/kgn still nuff of waiting to be with our loved ones make it happen please

 

[tintin79]

Once Canada approves the sponsorship how long is it before Kingston receives my application package? So Canada says it was approved Jan 10, would they have received it already?

 

[CharlieD10]

It takes 10-14 days in most cases, tintin79. So KG might have received it already, yes.

 

[LifeSoonSortOut]

@ tintin... Unfortunately, it's all about the waiting game at this point. You cannot expedite the the RCMP processing time. No, my husband does not have a record in Canada or Jamaica and no he was not fingerprinted before leaving Canada. One of the things I've slowly learned by reading these posts, is that everyone's situation is different and therefore, processing times will be different. If your spouse has never left Jamaica and does not have children, then the processing time is apparently significantly shorter. I've seen some people take three months, six months, a year, but in saying that I have not come across anyone sponsoring their spouse and two children (unaccompanied dependents).

In regards to how long it takes for Kingston to receive your application package, it is usually transferred within two to three weeks of Mississauga making their decision. What is important, is the date Kingston indicates they've started processing it.

Please do not let my situation discourage you, "the road is long, but not forever". There have been some amazing success stories on here and those are the stories we should focus on.

 

[tintin79]

@Lifesoon

I just feel it for you but you're right every case is different. You will be in my prayers. Its funny how Canada says they're about family yet they've taken over a year to bring you and your family together. It just makes no sense. I think i'm going to look for a job in the Immigration field, after seeing what people have to go throughmaybe I can be of help.

 

[canuck0469]

Good morning forum family and welcome to our newbies. SQ, awesome landing story and love the idea of pics, allows everyone to see your families happiness and noticed pretty hard to get that big smile off your face. I can relate to the 5.5 hour flight and stiff joints. The Mrs had swollen feet as well by the time we landed. Well the -40's is giving way to -20's which I never thought I'd think was balmy weather. Congrats to all those who've recieved updates, even small ones feel good. Have a great weekend all and Charlie, you're due girl

Getting Out of a Ticket

A man in his 40's bought a new BMW and was out on the interstate for a nice evening drive. The top was down, the breeze was blowing through what was left of his hair and he decided to open her up.

As the needle jumped up to 80 mph, he suddenly saw flashing red and blue lights behind him.

"There's no way they can catch a BMW," he thought to himself and opened her up further. The needle hit 90, 100.... Then the reality of the situation hit him. "What the hell am I doing?" he thought and pulled over.
The cop came up to him, took his license without a word and examined it and the car.

"It's been a long day, this is the end of my shift and it's Friday the 13th. I don't feel like more paperwork, so if you can give me an excuse for your driving that I haven't heard before, you can go."

The guy thinks for a second and says, "Last week my wife ran off with a cop. I was afraid that it was you and were trying to give her back."

"Have a nice weekend," said the officer.

 

[green1074]

hey guys,

sponsorship was approved back in october. It now says that processing of the application began on January 12, 2012. Medicals received.

How significant is this message? normally, how long after would we receive some kinda communication from them?


Thanks a million.

 

[suki]

Canuck-so, so Funny!! had to share it in my Facebook page!

green1074-Mine says the same thing "sponsorship was approved back in August. It now says that processing of the application began on October 20th, 2011. Medicals received."

Havent heard anything, no ECAS update, just sittin here waiting patiently :

C'mon Kingston....let's see some Action!!

 

[CharlieD10]

Canuck, that one took the cake for TGIF, hahaha!! I don't know about being due, at least not any time soon. My medicals are now expired, and there is nothing happening with my file, it seems. I'll be re-doing the meds and PCC as soon as I can, and then go back to waiting on KG to notice my file again.

green1074 - perhaps you'll be one of the lucky ones and will be processed soon!