What does processed mean in shipping?

What does my usps statement mean? How long will it take to arrive to Canada?

• What does this mean? Label/Receipt Number: XXXXXXXXXXXX Class: First-Class Mail International Service(s): International Letter Status: Processed through USPS Sort Facility Your item was processed through our JAMAICA, NY 11430 facility on February 29, 2012 at 1:46 pm. Information, if available, is updated periodically throughout the day. Please check again later. Detailed Results: Processed through USPS Sort Facility, February 29, 2012, 1:46 pm, JAMAICA, NY 11430 Electronic Shipping Info Received, February 28, 2012 Processed at USPS Origin Sort Facility,February 27, 2012,11:59 pm, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19176 Accepted at USPS Origin Sort Facility, February 27, 2012, 10:44 pm, NARBERTH, PA 19072 How long do you think it will take to arrive?

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  My first stop would be wikipedia or google for a quick reference. I actually had a similar question not even 5 days ago, but I couldn't find the answer. If it's possible, try getting help from someone with more knowledge/experience/expertise, like a professional if it's possible. This can be pretty important. I saw a forum with this online, but I didn't have time to read it all. Try checking it out. I want to help out more, but I'm not 100% sure about the answer. Sorry I'm not much help. I hope you found your answer! Good luck