Hi okidokjim,
My timeline:
January 2009 - We submitted our MPNP application package through a friend in Manitoba, but we believe it was filed April 2009.
May 2009 - Received a letter that our application package has been received, with file number.
May 4, 2010 - Letter of Approval was received but it was dated last March 30, 2010.
June 18,2010 - Application was sent to CEM personally through their dropbox together with processing fee and RPRF.
Yes, Im here in the Phil., I'm currently practicing my profession here. How about you?