Why can't we all do something about this? The problem is no one complains and once their own cases are approved, they just disappear, leaving the rest to the same misery. Very typical of us as a nation.
At least the 12 months plus applicants should be filing a complaint/comment over work of LVO. We can all request our files to be processed inside Canada or ask LVO to speed up. I did file a complaint a few weeks ago, but I think it's just me.
Because we think it's only on others' part to raise voice, while we enjoy benefits of it, in case it happens. We think if we do something about it then they will reject our genuine marriage cases, because we just wanted them to be processed like other nationalities. We're never united for a cause, as usual.
A hundred/two hundred emails will definitely make them think about this issue. With no complaints they would think it's normal for us.
Otherwise, keep waiting as usual. And waste one precious year of life without your loved ones, and that too the first few years that are supposed to be the best.
Good luck.