Sent my application on 07/17 from NYC, so they got it on 07/18. No passport yet. Emailed them twice last week, got a standard autoreply. However, today the consulate emailed the following:
"Dear Mr. XXXX, (I'm Ms. btw

)
Ref your file: XXXXXX
Your application is still in process. Due to the volume of applications received during the summer period, we are experiencing some delays in the processing of applications.
Your passport will be mailed to you as soon as your application has been finalized.
Thank you for your interest in Canada.
Immigration Section
Canadian Consulate General
New York, N.Y."
My trip is next Friday, I plan to got to the consulate this Friday, early in the morning. Wish me luck!