I don't know if they changed it but you dont actually need a proffesional photo!
You can use a digital camera photo as long as it's of quality and meets the size requirements.
Here's the link to the forms you will fill out (you can even print them and get them ready for the big day)
www.cfc.gc.ca/online-en_l...1039_e.pdf
In the instructions it reads...
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you are not required to submit a passport type photograph...
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However if you have one by all means go for it
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The wait is said to be 4-6 weeks, sometimes it comes early (no less than a month though) and sometimes it take a very long time.
The rest of your questions can be answered by reading the application forms in the link up above. You'll just need a couple pals (friends:rollin ) to come forward and say you're sane.
Hope this helps