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This is Vancouver

CBC
Vancouver
British Columbia
Surrey
Metro Vancouver
Ken Sim
Public Safety
Vancouver Police Department
Vancouver City Council
FIFA World Cup
Translink
Canada
Richmond
Extortion
Downtown Eastside
Artificial Intelligence
Skytrain
Vancouver Park Board
BC Ferries
Budget Cuts
Climate Change

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

William Azaroff and Stephanie Allen are out, but who are the main candidates still in the race to unseat Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim? Justin McElroy breaks down the other candidates, what they stand for and the race is shaping up.

William Azaroff is out of the race for Vancouver mayor. He's backing Green candidate Pete Fry. Stephen Quinn speaks with Vancouver Sun columnist Dan Fumano and political strategist Nicole Brassard about what Azaroff’s exit means for Fry, Ken Sim and ... more

It’s municipal election season, and every Tuesday we’ll be holding a different mayoral debate from a different Metro Vancouver city. In this episode, we focus on the candidates running to be mayor of Langley City. Stephen Quinn and Justin McElroy hos... more

Stephanie Allen is out of the race for Vancouver mayor, leaving the Greens and OneCity as the main self-described progressive options. Stephen Quinn and Justin McElroy discuss what happened and what it means for the mayoral race. Plus, Stephen Quinn ... more

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Recent Guests

Patrick Johnstone
Incumbent Mayor of New Westminster
Community First New West
Episode: Who will be the next Mayor of New Westminster?
Daniel Fontaine
Councillor, challenger for mayor
New Westminster Progressives
Episode: Who will be the next Mayor of New Westminster?
Lorraine Lowe
Council candidate (ABC Vancouver) and former head of Vancouver Police Board
ABC Vancouver
Episode: How much do council candidates matter in Vancouver?
Sanjay Jaram
Political science lecturer, Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
Episode: What’s at stake in the North Vancouver–Capilano byelection?
Jonathan Mosley
CEO for the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
Episode: What’s at stake in the North Vancouver–Capilano byelection?
Ken Simms
Mayor of Vancouver
City of Vancouver
Episode: What’s next for overdose prevention sites in Vancouver?
Pete Frye
Green Party mayoral candidate
Green Party of Vancouver
Episode: What’s next for overdose prevention sites in Vancouver?
Rebecca Bly
Vote Vancouver mayoral candidate
Vote Vancouver
Episode: What’s next for overdose prevention sites in Vancouver?
Willem Azeroff
Vancouver mayoral candidate, OneCity
OneCity
Episode: What are civic campaigns doing to get people's attention before this year's municipal election?

Hosts

Justin McElroy
Co-host contributing analysis and interview support
Jason D'Souza
Host of This is Vancouver, in for Stephen Quinn; conducts interviews
Stephen Quinn
Host/Anchor

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 85 ratings
  • Great Source For Van News

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cactusman£
    Canada5 months 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
    Canada6 months 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
    Canadaa year 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
    Canada2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the tight, local focus on Vancouver issues and concise interview style.
Quality of guests and on-location reporting are generally highlighted, though a few find some episodes less engaging.
Some listeners want deeper engagement or more questions from the host Jason Proctor-style format.
The short-form format is praised for keeping listeners informed without overload.

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#66
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#186
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Who will be the next Mayor of New Westminster?
Q: What is your stance on bike lanes and transportation policy as a cultural issue vs. practical safety improvements?
The candidates debate whether bike lanes are essential for safety and accessibility (Vision Zero, safer streets) and argue about placement and timing, with emphasis on pedestrians and transit, not ideological battles, and stress on a comprehensive city-wide integrated transportation plan.
Who will be the next Mayor of New Westminster?
Q: How do you balance development with social services and small business support in downtown New Westminster?
The panel discusses collaboration with the Downtown BIA and residents, leveraging policy to support cafes, parks, and events, while pursuing micro-retail, reducing unnecessary charges like patio fees, and addressing empty lots to revive street life, all within a phased, evidence-based plan.
Who will be the next Mayor of New Westminster?
Q: Why is your approach better than your opponent's when it comes to taxes and services?
The incumbent argues for a balanced, collaborative approach that prioritizes delivering core services, affordable housing, and safe streets without draining budgets, while the challenger contends that previous tax increases have been excessive and promises a more fiscally restrained path with a focus on core services and targeted reforms.
Should Vancouver trust Google to help cut traffic?
Q: Is this a good use of AI if it improves traffic for road users at the potential cost of privacy and local control?
The guests acknowledge potential benefits like shorter waits at lights and reduced idling, but argue that privacy protections, opt-out options, and clear governance are essential to justify the trade-offs.
Should Vancouver trust Google to help cut traffic?
Q: What are the real trade-offs between top-down AI-driven signal optimization and bottom-up human-centric planning?
The panel suggests that top-down AI can improve efficiency but may miss on non-vehicle users and nuanced on-ground realities, underscoring the need for governance and human oversight to ensure safety and equity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About This is Vancouver

What is This is Vancouver about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise, issue-driven show focused on Metro Vancouver politics and city life, delivering short, pointed conversations with politicians, campaign insiders, planners, and experts. Recent episodes cover municipal campaigns, housing policy, planning controversies like the Villages Plan, governance reforms, and the intersection of technology, safety, and urban mobility. The format often blends interviews with quick debates and on-the-ground reporting, offering timely takes on elections, policy decisions, and local events in a fast, digestible style. A standout trait is its blend of municipal governance discourse with practical impacts on neighborhoods, business, and daily life, plus a willingness to host varied voices from candidates to resear... more

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1. Patrick Johnstone
2. Daniel Fontaine
3. Lorraine Lowe
4. Sanjay Jaram
5. Jonathan Mosley
6. Ken Simms
7. Pete Frye
8. Rebecca Bly

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