Hi
@legalfalcon ,
I have applied under CEC stream. My AOR is 23rd Feb, NOC: 2173, VO: Edmonton. Dependents: 2
Status: Eligibility and Criminality Passed. Security pending ( 2 weeks old update)
Currently I am working in Quebec and my work permit will expire in September, 2019.
As per the estimated time, I should get my PR by 23rd Aug. However if it takes more than 6 months then situation become dicey.
So my question what is the best way to extend mine and my family's stay for those delta days(from September onwards) in case there is a delay?
I have listed down two options, if you can please validate and let me know the impacts:
1. Apply for Work permit extension which means I need to again get a new LMIA and CAQ as per the
link. Also apply for OWP extension for my wife and vistor record extension for my kid (Age: 4+). I think I need to start now and will cost me around 3000 CAD to complete and might not be worth it as LMIA + WP Extension can take 4 -5 months overall by which time I might get PR.
I cannot apply for BOWP as I am a quebec resident.
2. Apply for Visitor Visa by August Mid in case there is a delay and stop working from September onwards. Can I do a flag polling or I have to apply online for Visitor Visa? It will cost ~300CAD for 3 of us. Yes I loose my health card, not sure about driving license though.
Thanks in Advance.