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This is Vancouver

CBC
Vancouver
British Columbia
Metro Vancouver
Ken Sim
Surrey
Public Safety
Translink
Downtown Eastside
Vancouver City Council
Public Transit
Canada
Vancouver Police Department
Homelessness
Housing Crisis
Richmond
Extortion
FIFA World Cup
Supportive Housing
Skytrain
Affordable Housing

Your connection to the issues and stories shaping life in Metro Vancouver. Hosted by Stephen Quinn, with new episodes every Tuesday and Wednesday, plus a Thursday dive into city politics with Justin McElroy.

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Ambleside Beach in West Vancouver and Spanish Banks in Vancouver have raised their parking fees for the summer of 2026. And now people have to pay much more for parking than then they did a few years ago.

But why are all these parking hikes happenin... more

Last week, after years of study and extensive public input, North Vancouver city council voted unanimously to move ahead with a 20-year plan to transform Lonsdale Avenue into a "Great Street." Sandy James is a former Vancouver city planner and the cu... more

A major retail space in downtown Vancouver has been empty since Nordstrom closed in 2023. Now, Simons plans to move in, marking its first store in the city and its second in B.C. So what kind of retailer is Simons, and why expand into Downtown Vancou... more

The Township of Langley is borrowing heavily to build parks, roads, and more — all at once. Mayor Eric Woodward says it will save money and improve services, whilt critics say it’s a risky bet with long-term costs. Stephen Quinn and Justin McElroy br... more

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Recent Guests

Sandy James
Former Vancouver City Planner; Managing Director of Walk Metro Vancouver
Walk Metro Vancouver
Episode: What makes a great city street?
Bernard Leblanc
President and CEO of Simons
Simons
Episode: Simons takes over old Nordtsrom space
RJ Aquino
Chair of Filipino BC
Filipino BC
Episode: Healing one year after Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy
Mar Cortez
Artist and muralist based in Vancouver
John Oliver Secondary School mural project
Episode: Healing one year after Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy
Ather Rosero
Former student at John Oliver Secondary
JO Secondary / mural club
Episode: Healing one year after Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy
Simon Fudge
Freelance soccer journalist in Vancouver
Freelance
Episode: Will the Whitecaps leave Vancouver?
Peter Czimmermann
Ombudsman for the Vancouver Southsiders
Vancouver Southsiders
Episode: Will the Whitecaps leave Vancouver?
Peter Zimmerman
Ombudsman for the Vancouver Southsiders (former president)
Vancouver Southsiders
Episode: Will the Whitecaps leave Vancouver?
Josie Osborne
BC Health Minister
British Columbia Government
Episode: Are we any closer to ending the toxic drug crisis?

Hosts

Stephen Quinn
Host of This is Vancouver
Justin McElroy
Co-host, in-studio discussion

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Great Source For Van News

    Love the show. The short format is perfect for the subject matter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cactusman£
    Canada10 days ago
  • Great pod, need more questions of Jason

    Love the show especially the local politics focus. I want to say I love the Jason Proctor stories too, but they are rather complicated and the listener would greatly benefit from Stephen chiming in with questions and the odd mini-explanation. The VPD one in particular had me lost pretty quickly

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Thisnut
    Canadaa month ago
  • Great focus on Vancouver

    I love the focus on Vancouver issues in a short interview style. Stephen Quinn is excellent: insightful and compassionate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nfland
    Canada10 months ago
  • Not catching my attention

    I really want to love this podcast but despite listening to multiple episodes, I am having a hard time engaging with it. Not sure, if it’s the host, interviewees or the subject, it’s very blah to me. Average at best

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    UKfanUSA
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great short snippets of interviews

    Listening to this podcast every day keeps me informed on what’s going on in Vancouver . It’s short, to the point, and Stephen Quinn is a great host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew Eisenberg
    Canadaa year ago

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Some listeners find the content less engaging and crave stronger hooks or more varied guests.
Listeners appreciate the short, informative interview style and the host's thoughtful approach.
Coverage of Vancouver issues feels timely and accessible, helping audiences stay informed with concise segments.

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#172
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#61
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Why is Langley taking on so much debt?
Q: What is happening financially in Langley that's different from other municipalities?
Langley is taking on a much larger debt load by funding many capital projects upfront and pushing payments over a long horizon, rather than paying as you go or using a more balanced mix of debt and CACs, which has drawn both support and scrutiny.
Simons takes over old Nordtsrom space
Q: How does Simons plan to balance digital and physical shopping in this new Vancouver store?
Leblanc emphasizes a blended approach where about a third of sales come from digital channels and two-thirds from physical stores, with the store serving as a human-centered experience that complements online shopping and reinforces the brand's heritage and personalized service.
Simons takes over old Nordtsrom space
Q: Why was Pacific Centre chosen for Simons' next flagship in Vancouver?
Leblanc explains that Pacific Centre is a premier, centrally located site in one of Canada's most dynamic cities, aligning with Simons' strategy to grow coast-to-coast while maintaining a strong downtown foothold and enabling close proximity to a diverse customer base.
Healing one year after Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy
Q: What went through your mind when you first learned of the attack last year?
The initial reaction was disbelief followed by a search for understanding: questioning how such an act could happen and why, and trying to grasp the scale of impact on the community.
Are we any closer to ending the toxic drug crisis?
Q: What role does trauma play in drug addiction and how can it be addressed systemically?
Maté explains trauma as a core driver of addiction, noting gaps in education and practice across medicine, law, and education, and calls for comprehensive trauma-informed approaches across multiple sectors.

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Vancouver-focused stories tend to center on city governance, development debates, budgeting, and public accountability, often weaving in politics with local impact. Episodes frequently feature a mix of reporters, politicians, and subject-matter experts to unpack multi-stakeholder issues such as municipal planning, public safety, and major infrastructure projects. A notable strength is concise, opinionated interviewing that keeps complex city dynamics accessible, with a steady cadence of interviews that suit time-constrained listeners who want quick, informed takeaways on timely civic topics.

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2. Bernard Leblanc
3. RJ Aquino
4. Mar Cortez
5. Ather Rosero
6. Simon Fudge
7. Peter Czimmermann
8. Peter Zimmerman

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