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This is Vancouver

CBC
Vancouver
Public Transit
Sen̓áḵw Towers
Translink
Metro Vancouver
Squamish Nation
Denis Agar
Housing Crisis
Movement Metro Vancouver Transit Riders
Community Development
Enchikai Development Corporation
Peak Construction
Transportation Funding
Metro Vancouver Regional District Board
Invictus Games
Urban Development
Economic Reconciliation
Indigenous Relations
Richmond
Supportive 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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Latest Episodes

CBC’s Justin McElroy breaks down the complaint, investigation and sanctions processes behind the B.C. government’s mandatory code of conduct for local elected officials. He discusses concerns surrounding the amendments and its effectiveness in handli... more

Easter weekend travel brought long waits, cancellations, and frustration for passengers across the South Coast. Sailings are back to normal now, but communities are still looking for solutions to address the chronic problems facing the service. In th... more

A busy Easter weekend turned chaotic for BC Ferries, with cancellations, delays, and long lines across the South Coast. Stephen Quinn speaks with CEO Nicolas Jimenez about what caused the disruptions and what needs to change before the next travel ru... more

Sometimes, city councils in B.C. have to decide things as specific as whether a single property owner can have one more dog. Justin McElroy reports on how Chilliwack council turned into a People’s Court-style debate.

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Jason Lum
Chilliwack City Councillor
Chilliwack City Council
Episode: Dog dispute between neighbours spills over to Chilliwack council
Jana Adrian
Newcomer with four dogs
Private individual
Episode: Dog dispute between neighbours spills over to Chilliwack council
Maria Tytle
Neighbor opposed to the fourth dog
Private individual
Episode: Dog dispute between neighbours spills over to Chilliwack council
Larry Campbell
Former Vancouver Mayor and Senator, Downtown Eastside advisor
Provincial government of British Columbia
Episode: Has Vancouver's Downtown Eastside Advisor Larry Cambell earned an extension?
Mohkam Singh Mallik
UBC student, member of Surrey Livability, Social Equity and Public Safety Committee
University of British Columbia
Episode: How organized crime groups are targeting Metro Vancouver students
Dilbar Bari
University student in Surrey
University student
Episode: How organized crime groups are targeting Metro Vancouver students
Suhana Gill
Surrey community leader
Community leadership
Episode: How organized crime groups are targeting Metro Vancouver students
Elvira Lount
Kitsilano resident opposed to waterfront barge
Private citizen
Episode: Why is a floating sauna causing waves — and is Burnaby politics about to change?
Dwayne Elfram
Represents Heritage Harbor boat owners
Heritage Harbor/Boat Owners Association
Episode: Why is a floating sauna causing waves — and is Burnaby politics about to change?

Hosts

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

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • 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
    Canada21 days 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
    Canada9 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
  • Stephen Quinn has earned my trust over the years and its wonderful to have a steady feed of local interest stories available like this.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    remrich90
    a 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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#70
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#233
Mexico/News

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Has Vancouver's Downtown Eastside Advisor Larry Cambell earned an extension?
Q: So what has been your approach over the last six months?
The guest describes taking a comprehensive, six-month engagement, meeting with many organizations and communities, aiming to streamline coordination and build a plan that could be evaluated against clear metrics, with hopes that this groundwork would lead to more effective solutions going forward.
Did criminals gain access to the VPD's property office?
Q: Where did you come across this one?
Proctor explains how court decisions and affidavits connected to Project Loyalty revealed the possible tampering and the unusual handling of the BlackBerry devices, which prompted deeper scrutiny.
Why is longtime journalist Frances Bula running for city council?
Q: What effect do you think your candidacy will have on the race?
There is a sense that a high-profile journalist entering the race could shift attention toward certain issues and signal broader engagement, while also risking the framing of her as a symbol rather than a policy-focused candidate.
Accusations, apologies, and a political firestorm at Vancouver City Hall
Q: What measures are in place to prevent this from happening again?
The mayor says they will strive to learn from the incident and that it was a one-off, but follow-up questions persist about transparency and accountability.
Accusations, apologies, and a political firestorm at Vancouver City Hall
Q: Will the mayor translate the apology into Mandarin and post it on WeChat?
The mayor hedges, saying he may apologize in Mandarin and that a post on WeChat is possible, but details are not finalized.

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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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Recent guests on This is Vancouver include:

1. Jason Lum
2. Jana Adrian
3. Maria Tytle
4. Larry Campbell
5. Mohkam Singh Mallik
6. Dilbar Bari
7. Suhana Gill
8. Elvira Lount

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