Everyone I thought this is useful if you were wondering. I got this info from the email IRCC sent to me when I requested update:
MyCIC vs e-CAS
Your online statuses may be different depending on which tool you use because:
Your MyCIC account:
provides status for each step needed to process your application, and
is updated in real-time.
The Check application status tool (e-CAS):
provides a general status, and
is updated on Tuesdays only.
Your MyCIC account provides the most accurate status for your application.
Processing times - Sponsorship of a member of the family class
When you send an application to sponsor a member of the family class, the process is done in two steps. There are different processing times for each step.
Step 1: Sponsor eligibility
An officer at the Case Processing Centre (CPC) in Mississauga, Ontario, will verify if the sponsor meets the sponsorship requirements. If the file is transferred to the local office for further verifications, the processing time listed on our website no longer applies. Please note that no acknowledgement letter is sent before this step is completed.
If you are residing in Quebec, the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Diversité et de l’Inclusion (MIDI) will send you other documents to complete.
Step 2: Final decision
The CPC in Mississauga will send the file to the responsible office. The office will decide if the person being sponsored and their family members, if applicable, meet all the requirements to become permanent residents of Canada. The processing time for this step is different for each office.
For more information, please consult our Help Centre or visit our website.
