Richard Kurland
Richard Kurland is a prominent Canadian immigration lawyer known for his expertise in immigration law and policy. He has frequently commented on immigration issues in Canada, particularly those concerning the rights of migrants and the implications of new regulations. Kurland has expressed concerns about the potential misuse of immigration powers, especially regarding the destruction of travel documents, which he describes as a tactic used by some migrants to avoid deportation.
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Richard Kurland is a Vancouver-based immigration lawyer commenting on Alberta's immigration power dynamics.
Smith’s bid for more immigration powers boosts negotiating power with Ottawa, experts say
Canada· 2026-02-21
Richard Kurland is an immigration lawyer who commented on the implications of the family's case for Canadian officials.
They're eligible for asylum in Canada. So why are they stuck in ICE jail?
United Kingdom· 2025-09-04
Richard Kurland is an immigration lawyer based in Vancouver commenting on the rehabilitation of convicted individuals.
Thousands of foreigners’ criminal convictions forgiven by Ottawa over 11-year span, raising transparency concernsCanada· 2025-07-02
Immigration lawyer Richard Kurland suggested that one way to reduce temporary residents is to stop extending their visas after they have expired.
Carney’s aim to cut immigration marred by undercounting of temporary migrants, warn economistsCanada· 2025-05-12
Immigration lawyer Richard Kurland said destroying travel documents is a 'historically proven method' used by some migrants to avoid being deported.
Ottawa boosts immigration officers’ ability to cancel visitor visas, travel permitsCanada· 2025-02-16
