In 2022, I submitted a Work Permit extension application twice.
The first submission was with my old passport, which was set to expire in five months. After receiving my new passport, I submitted a second application. IRCC approved the new application and refunded the fee for the initial one.
At the time, I didn’t submit a web form because IRCC was not processing them then.
I guess my office was kind enough to issue a refund.
BTW, I'm yet to receive any sorts of update with my BOWP which I applied on July 24.