Hi Guys,
I received this email after emailing Mr. Ahmed.
Could you guys help me out if you think this is security screening? or just security which is part of background check?
How long do you guys think it might take from this moment on?
Look forward to any suggestions, opinions or info. Thanks.
Dear Robert
Thank you for your correspondence of November 20, 2018, addressed to the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, concerning your application for Canadian permanent residence. I have been asked to respond to your concerns.
Please be assured that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) makes every effort to deal with the applications they receive in the most efficient and effective way. However, the many steps involved in processing an application, coupled with the volume of applications, sometimes make it difficult to conclude cases in as timely a manner as the Department would like.
Individuals who want to live permanently in Canada must meet certain requirements which include medical, criminality and security clearances. These requirements exist to protect the interests and safety of Canadians. IRCC conducts background checks by working together with partner agencies such as the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, the Canada Border Services Agency, medical authorities and agencies of foreign governments. Background screening processes are non-discriminatory and universal in their application. Any delays or requirements that our partner agencies may require in providing input are something over which the Department has no control.
IRCC records indicate that your application for permanent residence is being actively processed at the Case Processing Centre in Ottawa. Security verifications are currently in queue for review by one of IRCC partner agencies.
While I cannot provide a timeframe for the completion of this application, please be assured that you will be contacted should any additional information or documentation be required, or once a final decision has been made.
Thank you for expressing your concerns. I hope that this information is of assistance.