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This initiative contemplates a selection from among the very large backlog of immigrant applications which werefiled prior to February 27, 2008. Applications filed after that date which do not fall within these categories willnot be processed and the application fee will be refunded. The aim of this initiative is to diminish the existingbacklog and provide focus to the selection process. Visa office resources are to be directed to the processing ofapplications made by individuals whose qualifications and experience meet Canada's economic priorities.72 Temporary Entry and Permanent Residence