hi i just want to share maybe some members can relate and compare my situation with regards to my processing..I have sent my application forms for the open permit and PR in canada last nov 5 2009 and last nov 9 the CPC vegreville had recieve my application but started to process my papers only this January 22,2010...my work permit will be expirng on may 2010..do you think i could have my open permit before or that day?im also planning to take vacations on dec 2010..do u think my sposorship for my husband will be approved by then?i have been doing some research and i found out that the processing for caregivers have been changed to sponsor their family..the cic had changed the processing times in much more quickier way but nevertheles i still wants some proof...