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September 2013 Applications

Pitchy

Full Member
Sep 8, 2013
30
1
Hi Toby,

I sent my application on september 5th, it was received on september 12th. i forgot to write down my email adress, so i hadnt received AOR letter yet, but when i checked online status, it shows, that my application was received! yahooo!
 

MLD84

Full Member
Mar 26, 2013
30
0
Category........
Visa Office......
CPP-O
NOC Code......
4161
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
18-09-2013
AOR Received.
08-11-2013
IELTS Request
Sent with app
Med's Request
03-04-2014
Med's Done....
22-05-2014
Jalex23 said:
Sent the application September 10th, got the email November 5th...

So now the next move is BWP.... would it be wiser to apply for it in early december or right away? My WP expires in february 2014.

Thanks!!!
I don't think it matters, Jalex23. The BOWP lasts a full year from issue, by which time you should have your PR status granted. I guess waiting a while longer could be seen as playing it extra safe, but personally I would just get it done.
 

iam_toby

VIP Member
Feb 4, 2013
7,506
353
Jalex23 said:
Sent the application September 10th, got the email November 5th...

So now the next move is BWP.... would it be wiser to apply for it in early december or right away? My WP expires in february 2014.

Thanks!!!

If you want your application on the spreadsheet use the following link to submit information about your application, please.

>> http://goo.gl/oVgYyJ


Pitchy said:
Hi Toby,

I sent my application on september 5th, it was received on september 12th. i forgot to write down my email adress, so i hadnt received AOR letter yet, but when i checked online status, it shows, that my application was received! yahooo!
Same for you, if you want your case on the spreadsheet, follow the link above and I'll add it for you. Yes, if you can already login that means the AOR is on the way.
 

Jalex23

VIP Member
Apr 12, 2013
4,463
369
Calgary
Category........
Visa Office......
CPP-Ottawa
NOC Code......
2171
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
05-09-2013
Doc's Request.
09-04-2014
AOR Received.
06-11-2013
Med's Request
05-04-2014
Med's Done....
20-05-2014
Passport Req..
07-07-2014
VISA ISSUED...
14-07-2014
LANDED..........
06-09-2014
MLD84 said:
I don't think it matters, Jalex23. The BOWP lasts a full year from issue, by which time you should have your PR status granted. I guess waiting a while longer could be seen as playing it extra safe, but personally I would just get it done.
Hmmm, yeah... I guess I'll do it over the weekend.

So just go through normal "Extend Your Stay in Canada as a Worker" will suffice? BTW usually when I do this they ask "do you have a LMO" no I don't and I have never needed it (IT didn't need one at least 3 years ago). I answer yes to continue (if not it just kicks me out), but what to do in this case when submitting my paperwork? Should I open a thread to discuss this?

Thanks a lot for the input!!


iam_toby said:
If you want your application on the spreadsheet use the following link to submit information about your application, please.

>> http://goo.gl/oVgYyJ
What is this spreadsheet for? Sorry I don't fully follow threads in here so I am quite new to this. Anyway I'll fill it up, any help for or from you helps!!!
 

iam_toby

VIP Member
Feb 4, 2013
7,506
353
Jalex23 said:
What is this spreadsheet for? Sorry I don't fully follow threads in here so I am quite new to this. Anyway I'll fill it up, any help for or from you helps!!!
That's the September spreadsheet:

>> https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AsFmKvHOgoF5dHE5YWtMUzFZckhzZHE1bmF0NDVmMEE


It's only for us to keep track of applications. Like processing times and stuff.
 

iam_toby

VIP Member
Feb 4, 2013
7,506
353
Still can't get on ECAS :-\

Can anyone able to login please let me know whether I have to put a dash '-' in the UCI or not? :)

Thanks
 

cinderella

Star Member
Apr 22, 2011
106
0
Category........
Visa Office......
Sydney,NS
NOC Code......
6331
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
03-09-2013
AOR Received.
15-10-2013
Med's Request
24-03-2014
Med's Done....
10-04-2014
Passport Req..
15-04-2014
VISA ISSUED...
05-05-2014
LANDED..........
05-05-2014
iam_toby said:
Still can't get on ECAS :-\

Can anyone able to login please let me know whether I have to put a dash '-' in the UCI or not? :)

Thanks
hi toby...for mine just type in my UCI no spaces..
make it sure you fill up and click all the required info:)
mine it shows after on the second day after i received my AOR:)
 

Felix14

Star Member
Nov 7, 2013
153
5
iam_toby said:
BOWP processing times reduced again to 21 days.
I dont understand this guys, my wife can't apply for a BOWP? I saw this at the link (For spouses of CEC applicants: there are no set preconditions to be met by the principal CEC applicant
 

Jalex23

VIP Member
Apr 12, 2013
4,463
369
Calgary
Category........
Visa Office......
CPP-Ottawa
NOC Code......
2171
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
05-09-2013
Doc's Request.
09-04-2014
AOR Received.
06-11-2013
Med's Request
05-04-2014
Med's Done....
20-05-2014
Passport Req..
07-07-2014
VISA ISSUED...
14-07-2014
LANDED..........
06-09-2014
iam_toby said:
Can anyone who received AOR Nov-5th login to ECAS?? It's not working for me so far...
I got this just now:

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We were not able to identify you using the information you provided. There could be three possible reasons:
•Please be sure the information you entered is correct and then try again.
•This service is only available to clients with applications in process. We may have received your application but not yet begun processing it. The following link may help you determine if your application is being processed:
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I recieved the AOR on Tuesday... so maybe it is too soon?
 

MLD84

Full Member
Mar 26, 2013
30
0
Category........
Visa Office......
CPP-O
NOC Code......
4161
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
18-09-2013
AOR Received.
08-11-2013
IELTS Request
Sent with app
Med's Request
03-04-2014
Med's Done....
22-05-2014
Jalex23 said:
Hmmm, yeah... I guess I'll do it over the weekend.

So just go through normal "Extend Your Stay in Canada as a Worker" will suffice? BTW usually when I do this they ask "do you have a LMO" no I don't and I have never needed it (IT didn't need one at least 3 years ago). I answer yes to continue (if not it just kicks me out), but what to do in this case when submitting my paperwork? Should I open a thread to discuss this?

Thanks a lot for the input!!
You don't need an LMO for BOWP applications. This thread probably answers all your questions...http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/tips-for-a-successful-bowp-application-t147650.0.html
 

iam_toby

VIP Member
Feb 4, 2013
7,506
353
Felix14 said:
I dont understand this guys, my wife can't apply for a BOWP? I saw this at the link (For spouses of CEC applicants: there are no set preconditions to be met by the principal CEC applicant
Your wife has to apply for an open work permit, not a BOWP. It's just a different name, same application tho.
 

iam_toby

VIP Member
Feb 4, 2013
7,506
353
Jalex23 said:
I got this just now:

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We were not able to identify you using the information you provided. There could be three possible reasons:
•Please be sure the information you entered is correct and then try again.
•This service is only available to clients with applications in process. We may have received your application but not yet begun processing it. The following link may help you determine if your application is being processed:
--------------

I recieved the AOR on Tuesday... so maybe it is too soon?
Yes, I'm getting the same message. AOR received 2 days ago, I'll wait for another 2-3 days and see what happens.
If I don't get in, I'll hit up CIC.
 

sickn

Full Member
Jun 19, 2013
38
2
Category........
Visa Office......
CPP-O
NOC Code......
2241
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
03-09-2013
IELTS Request
03-09-2013
Med's Request
27-03-2014
Med's Done....
31-03-2014
Hey guys,

I am able to log onto ECAS now, and it says application received Sept 9. Does this mean I should be getting an AOR in the mail? I always thought that I provided an email address but evidently not :/
Is there any way to show the AOR on ECAS?

Thanks everyone!