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Did you pull the same report (which does not update) or did you get a new one?
I would give it more time. If they said they it would be delelted it will be.
Where did you pull your EQ report from? Directly from EQ?
Normally I would suggest that all communications with a CRA be in writing. But, since you have a recent letter stating the TL would be deleted, if it were me, I would just call them and ask. Even CRA'a are staffed by humans (some would argue that this isn't true), and it may be an oversight. Here is the link to the CRA phone numbers.
Good luck,
Look at the date that EQ stated that it was deleted. Then look at the date that is on your new CR (date reported) If the date reported is after the date that it was deleted THEN it was re-inserted and you are in a different position.
You would then mail a re-insertion letter to EQ.