Possible Strike Action by IRCC employees starting mid-April

[felipeoxavier]

Anyone scheduled for oath on April 27th received the automated instructions yet via email?

I'm scheduled for the 27th but haven't received the email yet. How about you?

 

[Cece450]

Anyone scheduled for oath on April 27th received the automated instructions yet via email?

Same. Scheduled for the 27th (Scarborough office) and still haven't received Notice to Appear email

 

[yyzstudent]

I had my oath cancelled yesterday. My PR card expires next month end. I was confident I would get the citizenship before the PR card expired. However, with the oath cancelled and not knowing when the strike will be called off, I doubt I will get another oath scheduled before my card expires.
If I apply for PR card renewal, I'm guessing even that would not be processed till the strike continues.
What is criteria to apply for a new card as an Urgent case? Does having an expired PR card impact employment?

Your pr status is not dependent on your or card. If you travel abroad you need it to get back in. Your employment eligibility has nothing to do with your PR card being valid or not. Your SIN number is the one that shows your employer you’re not a temporary worker. You should have changed your SIN as soon as you became PR.

 

[oboyzee]

Same. Scheduled for the 27th (Scarborough office) and still haven't received Notice to Appear email

It's funny how IRCC work eh? Mine is on the 8th of May and I got my notice to appear email on the 8th of this month, that's exactly 1month prior notice.

 

[segunalad]

I am really praying and hoping this get resolved asap - My ceremony is 25th April and we have a plan trip for May 30th.

 

[Cece450]

It's funny how IRCC work eh? Mine is on the 8th of May and I got my notice to appear email on the 8th of this month, that's exactly 1month prior notice.

it depends on the office. The scarbrough office only sends the notice to appear 1 week prior. Some offices send it 2-3 weeks prior

 

[irinaaas11]

I had my oath cancelled yesterday. My PR card expires next month end. I was confident I would get the citizenship before the PR card expired. However, with the oath cancelled and not knowing when the strike will be called off, I doubt I will get another oath scheduled before my card expires.
If I apply for PR card renewal, I'm guessing even that would not be processed till the strike continues.
What is criteria to apply for a new card as an Urgent case? Does having an expired PR card impact employment?

My bf is in the same situation, he called IRCC yesterday and spoke with an agent about this. The agent sent him the following email after phone convo:

Please do not reply to this email.​

Protected A​

Good day, Thank you for contacting Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).​

Labour disruptions impact at IRCC Please note that our services are considered essential. Clients would be able to contact IRCC, and we would continue to receive and process applications. However, significantly reduced capacity would mean longer response times and delays with our service channels. In addition, some events or appointments would need to be re-scheduled. As we learn more about the nature of the labour disruption and the impacts on clients, we will continue to keep the public informed. We invite you to consult our website regularly for the most recent updates. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Urgent - Permanent resident card (PR card) application If you need to travel urgently, you may be eligible for a faster processing of your PR card. Eligibility:​ The first thing you should do is verify if you meet the requirements for urgent processing. How to proceed:​ To obtain the instructions, we invite you to access this page and select the option that describes your situation. Proof for urgent processing:​ Please consult our website to know what documents to include to support your urgent request. IRCC will make all necessary efforts to speed up the processing of your application; however, we cannot guarantee that you will get your card on time. Permanent Resident Travel Document If you are (or plan to be) outside Canada without a valid permanent resident card (PR card) and you need to return to Canada on a commercial vehicle (e.g., plane, train, boat or bus), you may be able to obtain a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) to travel back to Canada by following the steps below. How to apply:​ Visit our website, we recommend consulting the Instruction Guide and the Document Checklist to ensure you are submitting a complete application. Before leaving Canada (if applicable):​ We strongly encourage you to consult the Document Checklist in advance and to bring all the required documents with you. Processing times:​ These may vary depending on where the application is processed, For more information, please contact the office processing your application. Important information:​ If you return to Canada in a private vehicle (e.g., your car), the PR card is not mandatory, you may use one of the following immigration documents: Record of Landing (IMM 1000), or Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM 5292 or IMM 5688). Upon your return to Canada, we invite you to apply for a PR card.

We hope the information provided is helpful in assisting you with your enquiry. We would also like to suggest the following online services that might be helpful to you:​ Check your application status- You may either: sign in to your online account to check your application status, create an online account and link your application to it, or use the online tool (Client Application Status (CAS)). Change of address Find application forms and guides Help Centre - To find answers, you may consult the different sections or type keywords related to your question Thank you, Agent #xxxx Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada​

 

[Cece450]

I am really praying and hoping this get resolved asap - My ceremony is 25th April and we have a plan trip for May 30th.

Did you receive your invite?

 

[Cece450]

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/people-hate-us-striking-public-servants-know-they-dont-have-the-hearts-and-minds-of-canadians

 

[koiwa528]

I asked SCR Office if my oath ceremony on May 9th will be rescheduled and I got the reply below soon:

Due to the current labour dispute we cannot give the ceremony information at this time. Please be patient while we wait and see how long this disruption will last. We have not cancelled the ceremony as yet. You will receive direction closer to the ceremony to let you know if it will be cancelled or not.


Thank you

 

[johnyrose]

I asked SCR Office if my oath ceremony on May 9th will be rescheduled and I got the reply below soon:

Due to the current labour dispute we cannot give the ceremony information at this time. Please be patient while we wait and see how long this disruption will last. We have not cancelled the ceremony as yet. You will receive direction closer to the ceremony to let you know if it will be cancelled or not.


Thank you

I got the same exact word reply..my oath is scheduled for next week, April 25.

 

[anksyahoo]

I asked SCR Office if my oath ceremony on May 9th will be rescheduled and I got the reply below soon:

Due to the current labour dispute we cannot give the ceremony information at this time. Please be patient while we wait and see how long this disruption will last. We have not cancelled the ceremony as yet. You will receive direction closer to the ceremony to let you know if it will be cancelled or not.


Thank you

You have a lot of time still for the date. Hopefully by then it should be back on track. More concerns are for applicants who have scheduled ceremonies this and next week.

 

[krishm]

Your pr status is not dependent on your or card. If you travel abroad you need it to get back in. Your employment eligibility has nothing to do with your PR card being valid or not. Your SIN number is the one that shows your employer you’re not a temporary worker. You should have changed your SIN as soon as you became PR.

Thank you, and since I got the SIN after I became a PR, I do not need to worry about this.

 

[krishm]

My bf is in the same situation, he called IRCC yesterday and spoke with an agent about this. The agent sent him the following email after phone convo:

Please do not reply to this email.​

Protected A​

Good day, Thank you for contacting Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).​

Labour disruptions impact at IRCC Please note that our services are considered essential. Clients would be able to contact IRCC, and we would continue to receive and process applications. However, significantly reduced capacity would mean longer response times and delays with our service channels. In addition, some events or appointments would need to be re-scheduled. As we learn more about the nature of the labour disruption and the impacts on clients, we will continue to keep the public informed. We invite you to consult our website regularly for the most recent updates. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Urgent - Permanent resident card (PR card) application If you need to travel urgently, you may be eligible for a faster processing of your PR card. Eligibility:​ The first thing you should do is verify if you meet the requirements for urgent processing. How to proceed:​ To obtain the instructions, we invite you to access this page and select the option that describes your situation. Proof for urgent processing:​ Please consult our website to know what documents to include to support your urgent request. IRCC will make all necessary efforts to speed up the processing of your application; however, we cannot guarantee that you will get your card on time. Permanent Resident Travel Document If you are (or plan to be) outside Canada without a valid permanent resident card (PR card) and you need to return to Canada on a commercial vehicle (e.g., plane, train, boat or bus), you may be able to obtain a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) to travel back to Canada by following the steps below. How to apply:​ Visit our website, we recommend consulting the Instruction Guide and the Document Checklist to ensure you are submitting a complete application. Before leaving Canada (if applicable):​ We strongly encourage you to consult the Document Checklist in advance and to bring all the required documents with you. Processing times:​ These may vary depending on where the application is processed, For more information, please contact the office processing your application. Important information:​ If you return to Canada in a private vehicle (e.g., your car), the PR card is not mandatory, you may use one of the following immigration documents: Record of Landing (IMM 1000), or Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM 5292 or IMM 5688). Upon your return to Canada, we invite you to apply for a PR card.

We hope the information provided is helpful in assisting you with your enquiry. We would also like to suggest the following online services that might be helpful to you:​ Check your application status- You may either: sign in to your online account to check your application status, create an online account and link your application to it, or use the online tool (Client Application Status (CAS)). Change of address Find application forms and guides Help Centre - To find answers, you may consult the different sections or type keywords related to your question Thank you, Agent #xxxx Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada​

This is very helpful. Thank you.

 

[irinaaas11]

Thank you, and since I got the SIN after I became a PR, I do not need to worry about this.

Unless you have to travel, the PR card expiring is not an issue. Your status as a PR doesn't expire.